Expert Root Canal Treatment in Wilmington-Porters Neck, NC

A root canal is a dental procedure that removes infected pulp to save the natural tooth and prevent further damage. If you experience pain and sensitivity, you might benefit from a root canal. It relieves pain and preserves your tooth.

If you have severe tooth pain or if a tooth is sensitive to hot or cold for longer than usual, that's a sign that might be a sign you need a root canal. Other red flags include swelling or tenderness around the tooth, pain when you chew or bite down, or if the tooth starts to look discolored. No sign of an infection means it’s time to call us and get it checked out.

The biggest benefit of getting a root canal is definitely the pain relief. The infection will be removed, and won't cause any more damage. Ultimately, the goal is to save your natural tooth so you can keep chewing and biting down just like normal, avoiding the need for a total extraction and all the hassle that comes with it. It’s all about getting back to comfortable, normal function.

When you come in for your root canal appointment, we will first examine your teeth and take some X-rays to figure out what’s going on inside your tooth. We always make sure the area is completely numb before we start, so you won't feel a thing during the procedure as we gently clean out the infected pulp and seal up the inside of the tooth to protect it. Finally, we'll place a filling or a custom crown to make sure the tooth is strong and totally functional again.

When you're dealing with serious tooth pain or think you might have an infection, Riccobene is here to help. If you're experiencing symptoms like sharp pain, swelling, or lingering sensitivity, give us a call, and we will get you in the office as soon as possible. Our dedicated team brings years of experience in the dental field and is ready to provide gentle, expert root canal care. We will get you out of pain and save your tooth!