Gentle Root Canals for Lasting Relief

A root canal is a restorative dental procedure used to treat infection or inflammation inside a tooth. Despite its reputation, root canal therapy is safe, effective, and no more uncomfortable than getting a filling — especially with modern techniques and anesthesia.

At Brookhaven Dental in Norman, we perform root canals with a focus on patient comfort, long-term success, and preserving your natural tooth whenever possible.

You may need a root canal if you’re experiencing:

• Persistent tooth pain or throbbing
  
• Sensitivity to hot or cold
  
• Pain when biting or chewing
  
• Swelling or tenderness in the gums
  
• A darkened or discolored tooth
  
• A cracked tooth or large cavity near the pulp
  

Root canal therapy can save a damaged tooth and help you avoid extraction, implants, or dentures down the line.

What Happens During Root Canal Treatment?

1. Diagnosis and Imaging
   We begin with an exam and digital X-rays to assess the tooth's condition and determine if a root canal is needed.
   
2. Anesthesia and Comfort
   The area is numbed to ensure a pain-free experience. For anxious patients, we also offer sedation dentistry.
   
3. Cleaning and Shaping the Root Canal
   We carefully remove the infected or damaged pulp tissue, clean and disinfect the inside of the tooth, and shape the canals.
   
4. Filling and Sealing
   The root canals are filled with a biocompatible material to prevent future infection.
   
5. Restoration
   Most root canal-treated teeth will need a dental crown to restore full strength and protect the remaining structure.
   

This procedure typically takes one to two visits depending on the severity of the infection and location of the tooth.

Why Not Just Pull the Tooth?

While extraction might seem like a quicker solution, saving your natural tooth is almost always the better choice. A missing tooth can lead to shifting teeth, bone loss, and the need for more extensive (and expensive) treatment like implants or bridges.

Root canal therapy preserves your natural bite and helps maintain your long-term oral health.

Root Canal Recovery and Aftercare

After your root canal, you may experience some mild soreness for a day or two, but most patients feel immediate relief from their original pain.

To ensure proper healing:

• Take prescribed medication if needed
  
• Avoid chewing on the treated tooth until it’s restored with a permanent crown
  
• Maintain good brushing and flossing habits
  
• Schedule regular checkups
  

We’ll follow up to monitor your healing and finalize your restoration.

Same-Day Appointments for Dental Pain

Brookhaven Dental offers emergency care for patients experiencing severe tooth pain or swelling. If you need a same-day evaluation for a possible root canal, call us right away.

We proudly serve patients in:

• Norman
  
• Moore
  
• Noble
  
• Goldsby
  
• Hall Park
  
• Cleveland County and nearby areas
  

We accept Medicaid, most dental insurance plans, and offer financing through:

• Cherry
  
• CareCredit
  
• Alphaloan
  
• In-house membership plan
  

Get Relief and Save Your Tooth with Root Canal Therapy

Tooth pain doesn’t go away on its own — and waiting can make things worse. Let us help you find relief and preserve your smile with trusted root canal therapy in Norman.