Root Canal Therapy, Stoughton MA

What is a root canal?

A root canal is one of the most common dental procedures performed, well over 14 million every year. This simple treatment can save your natural teeth and prevent the need of dental implants or bridges.

At the center of your tooth is pulp. Pulp is a collection of blood vessels that helps to build the surrounding tooth. Infection of the pulp can be caused by trauma to the tooth, deep decay, cracks and chips, or repeated dental procedures. Symptoms of the infection can be identified as visible injury or swelling of the tooth, sensitivity to temperature or pain in the tooth and gums.

If you experience any of these symptoms, your dentist will most likely recommend non-surgical treatment to eliminate the diseased pulp. This injured pulp is removed and the root canal system is thoroughly cleaned and sealed. This therapy usually involves local anesthesia and may be completed in one or more visits depending on the treatment required. Success for this type of treatment occurs in about 90% of cases. If your tooth is not amenable to endodontic treatment or the chance of success is unfavorable, you will be informed at the time of consultation or when a complication becomes evident during or after treatment. We use local anesthesia to eliminate discomfort. In addition, we will provide nitrous oxide analgesia, if indicated. You will be able to drive home after your treatment, and you probably will be comfortable returning to your normal routine.

An example of a healthy tooth
Healthy Tooth
A tooth anatomy diagram highlighting pulp dentin and canal
Tooth Anatomy
A visual of tooth inflammation showing tooth decay and a inflamed pulp
Inflammation
A representation of a tooth with its canals cleaned
Cleaned Canals
An illustration of root canal filling of a tooth
Filling Placed
An example of a tooth healed by root canal therapy
Healed Tooth

What happens after treatment?

When your root canal therapy has been completed, a record of your treatment will be sent to your restorative dentist. You should contact their office for a follow-up restoration within a few weeks of completion at our office. Your restorative dentist will decide on what type of restoration is necessary to protect your tooth. It is rare for endodontic patients to experience complications after routine endodontic treatment or microsurgery. If a problem does occur, however, we are available at all times to respond. To prevent further decay, continue to practice good dental hygiene.

How much will it cost?

The cost associated with this procedure can vary depending on factors such as the severity of damage to the affected tooth and which tooth is affected. In general, endodontic treatment is much less expensive than tooth removal and replacement with an artificial tooth.

 
 

Call us with any questions or concerns, or to make an appointment:
Stoughton Office – 781-341-6344


Endodontic Health, PC

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Great work

- Brian S

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I went in for a root canal( my dentist recommended) Dr Pelayo spent a lot of time with me explaining my X-rays as well as all my options. A root canal was not performed at this time. I was so impressed with his honesty and the time he spent explaining my situation

- Lorraine P

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I am amazed at how painless and smooth this procedure went.

- Thomas S

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I was so please with my whole experience!!

- Taren W

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I was afraid of the procedure. Staff made me feel at ease and I felt no pain or discomfort. Will recommend services.

- Alyssa V

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First time in my life I have not felt pain with a dental procedure!

- Joseph C

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would not want to go anywhere else for a root canal procedure

- mark w

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The staff is caring, compassionate and absolutely amazing! I truly felt that they had my best interest in mind and that I was not just another patient!!! Although I hope not to have another need for a root canal, if I do.....this is the only office I will come to! Thank you Dr. Pelayo and your entire staff!

- Joan P

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Had a few root canals here , very nice doctor and staff , very clean !

- Rosemary C

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They made what was a scary situation very comfortable. No surprises. Calm manner. All is well.

- Janyne H

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Excellent treatment and professionalism.

- Brent H

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Wonderful

- Ivonne H

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Wonderful experience staff was awesome and upmost professional .... Calming and sooooo nice Dr Pelayo is fabulous!!!!!

- Diane T

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Thanks for everything. Excellent work by all in a calming and friendly yet professional atmosphere!

- Sheila D

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I was very afraid before my procedure, but the Doctor and staff put me at ease immediately. They were professional and helped me relax.

- Shirley W

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I have never laughed during a root canal before! The doctor and his staff made me feel so at ease. They allayed my fears and helped me to have a safe and effective treatment.

- Dominique P

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Thanks

- Maryann S

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I was extremely scared and worried. The entire staff worked with me to put me at ease. The entire process was 100% better than I thought. Thank you!!!

- Lisa H

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Awesome

- Ben B

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Dr. Pelayo is precision personified—professional, personable, and painless! Beth, Haley, Latoya, and Kim are top-notch.

- Linda W

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