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Dentists are trained to diagnose and treat problems when they’re small. Root canal treatment is a specialized procedure that can save your natural teeth and help avoid the risk of developing an infection that can spread to other areas of your body.

Because of this, dentists recommend getting a root canal as soon as needed. Root canal treatment is also known as endodontic therapy or a dental pulp procedure. It’s an invasive process that requires both precision and patience during the treatment.

Read on to find out more about the reasons behind root canal treatment, the different types of it, and how Serene Dental Center can help you get past this unpleasant experience with ease.

Root Canal Therapy Is Easier Than You Think

Root canal therapy is essential to relieve chronic tooth pains. However, it can be scary to some since it involves needles and other specialized tools.  But there’s no need to fret because it’s not as bad as you think. The first step towards getting past your root canal treatment is knowing what’s involved.

First, you’ll lie in a comfortable dental chair, and your dentist will numb your tooth and surrounding areas with a local anesthetic. This will help you go through the process with minimal to no discomfort. 

After that, you’ll need to keep your mouth wide open with your tongue out of the way so your dentist has full access to your teeth. After the root canal is complete, the dentist will apply a temporary filling to the tooth to seal it up.

Why Root Canal Therapy Might Be Needed

There are many reasons someone may require root canal therapy, such as an infection in a tooth that has decayed, been injured, or had a previous root canal treatment fail. As mentioned, if an infection is left untreated, it can allow bacteria to accumulate and scatter into other areas of the body, leading to dangerous complications. That’s why dentists take root canal therapy very seriously. The sooner you get it, the better, so can save both your tooth and smile. If you experience any of the following symptoms, you should visit Serene Dental Center right away:

Severe Toothache

A toothache that feels in your head and shoots down your face signifies something is wrong.

Swelling In Your Face And Gums

If your face, gums, and other areas in your mouth start swelling, it’s a common sign of a developing infection. 

A Bad Taste In Your Mouth

A bad taste in your mouth is often an indication of an infection.

When Root Canal Therapy Is the Answer

There are several reasons why your dentist may recommend root canal treatment. However, the dentist will thoroughly examine the tooth first before deciding on this treatment option.

They’ll also perform a blood test called a complete blood count (CBC) to rule out any other conditions that may be causing the pain. If any of the following problems are found, root canal therapy is the best way to fix them:

Severe Tooth Decay

If your tooth has suffered severe damage due to decay, it may be possible to save it. In this case, root canal therapy is the best option.

Severe Tooth Fractures

If a tooth has a severe fracture or crack, bacteria and toxins will likely enter the tooth. In which, you need root canal therapy to clean the tooth and eliminate the poisons.

Root Canal Failure

If you’ve had root canal treatment in the past, but the tooth is still in pain, there may be another infection in the tooth that’s not responding to antibiotics. A root canal treatment is also a great option to relieve you from such pains. 

Serene Dental Root Canals in Irvine, CA

Root canal therapy is a necessary evil that must be tackled head-on. At Serene Dental Center, we're committed to giving everyone in the area excellent dental care.

As such, we’ve assembled a highly skilled team of dentists to ensure patients have a pleasant experience when receiving root canal treatment. Dr. Kasravi has worked as a dentist for many years and is fully committed to ensuring that every root canal procedure is done correctly.

If you need a root canal treatment, you can reach out to our team of experts who’ll work with you to ensure a pain-free process. Contact us today to learn more about root canals and how we can help you with the procedure.

Our Office and Our Commitment

At Serene Dental Center, we believe that our commitment to excellence extends beyond the quality of our dental care. We also understand the stress and anxiety that comes with visiting the dentist.

It’s our goal to provide a warm and welcoming environment where you can relax and enjoy yourself while receiving the treatment you need. Our staff is committed to making every visit as pleasant as possible. With their warm smiles and encouragements, they’ll help ease away any uneasiness you may be feeling.

We also offer flexible appointment times, and our team is available to provide emergency care when necessary. To learn more about our services or to schedule an appointment, call us today at (949) 748-7373.

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At Serene Dental Center, we believe that a healthy smile is the foundation for a happy and successful life. We are committed to helping you achieve your dental goals by providing the latest dental care and education innovations. We provide a wide variety of services, including teeth whitening, dental implants, and Invisalign.

We are committed to providing excellent care with a gentle touch. Our goal is to help you maintain your optimal oral health and achieve the smile you want. As soon as you walk in, you'll see how much effort we exert about giving excellent care and making the place feel like home.


Root canals can be the lifeline your teeth needs to survive, watch this video for a better a understanding  of how root canal treatment works.

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Why Root Canal Therapy Might Be Needed:

  • Tooth has a very large cavity or decay that has reached the pulp Chamber(nerve and blood supply)
  • Tooth pain to hot and cold that lingers for more than 7-10 seconds
  • Pain when chewing/biting down or pushing down on the tooth
  • infection in the bone under the tooth caused by slow moving cavity/decay inside the tooth.
  • A tooth that does not respond to hot or cold and is necrotic.

When Root Canal Therapy is the Solution:

Inside each one of your teeth is a chamber-like space containing nerves and the blood supply for your tooth. When the chamber becomes infected, the “pulp tissue” inside it must be removed from the center of the tooth, and the canals of each root. Once infected pulp is removed, the chamber is filled with a rubber-based material to seal it off.

A root canal is a treatment option used to save or repair a tooth that is infected, decayed, or necrotic.  Root canals allow for the patient to save their tooth rather than having it pulled.  

Why is the Tooth Pulp Removed?

When the pulp or nerve tissue of the tooth is damaged, it will break down, and the bacteria will start to multiply in the pulp chamber. The bacteria and the decayed debris will then cause an infection. An abscess will also form. For those who don’t know about abscess, this is a pocket filled with pus, and it will form at the end of the teeth’s roots. The abscess will form when the infection has spread past the ends of the teeth’s roots. When the root canal of the teeth has been infected, it will cause:

  • Bone loss at the tip of your teeth’s roots
  • Swelling that’ll spread to different areas of the neck, head, or face
  • Drainage issues that will extend beyond the teeth’s roots. A hole can appear through the teeth’s side with drainage to the gums or through the cheek.
  • Sharp pain as you bite or chew
  • Tooth sensitivity that’ll linger especially to cold or heat
  • Cracked or chipped teeth
  • Pimples on the gums
  • Darkened gums or deep decay
  • Painful or swollen gums

Root Canal Procedure

An endodontist will perform the root canal. The endodontist has specialized in the diagnosis, causes, treatment, and prevention of ailments and injuries of the nerves of the teeth or dental pulp. 

The procedure will comprise of the following steps:

Root Canal X-ray

The dentist will perform an X-ray that will help check the shape of the root canal while also determining whether there is an infection present in the surrounding bone.

The endodontist will administer local anesthesia to numb the area around the tooth. If the nerves are dead, there is no need to administer anesthesia; nonetheless, most endodontists will administer anesthesia to ensure you’ll feel more relaxed during the procedure.

Tooth Preparation

A rubber dam will be placed in your mouth to ensure the area where the surgery is being performed will be free of saliva, and it’ll be dry throughout the procedure.

Root Canal Procedure

The endodontist will access the nerve of the tooth.

The bacteria, pulp, and nerve tissue that is decayed will be removed. The area will then be cleaned, and root canal files will be performed. They’ll be placed into the access hole. As the work is carried out, antibacterial agents are used to help flush out the debris.

The canals are shaped to ensure no debris/bacteria are left or can be accessed in the future. The canals are then filled with a biocompatible material to seal them off.

In circumstances where an infection is large, it will require multiple appointments to finish the root canal, as medication will be placed inside the tooth to ensure proper healing.

Once a root canal is finished, the tooth will need to be built up to its proper anatomy and a crown will ensure the tooth’s longevity.

Serene Dental Root Canals in Irvine Ca

Once the root canal procedure is completed, the tooth must be protected with a crown. Teeth that have undergone this procedure are more susceptible to fracture, which is why the crown is added as protection.

Our Endodontist

Dr. Kasravi’s approach to root canal therapy starts with listening to her patients. As the Endodontist Irvine trusts, she has earned enormous respect from her peers. After graduating from the University of Southern California’s School of Dentistry, she practiced general dentistry for a few years. After, she completed her residency at Case Western Reserve University, earning a specialty degree in endodontics and a master’s degree in surgical dentistry.

Dr. Kasravi’s favorite part of endodontics procedures is when her patients express relief - most expect the worst and discover that the procedure was not as anticipated. She will always discuss your diagnosis, options, and overview of root canal therapy to make sure that your experience is as comfortable as possible.

Advantages and Disadvantages of Root Canal Treatment

Advantages of Root Canal Therapy:

Rather than removing the tooth, it can be saved through Root Canal Therapy. Instead of having a missing tooth or a false tooth installed, you can keep your natural teeth.

Disadvantages of Root Canal Therapy:

Root Canal Therapy is the most effective rescue for an infected tooth. However, the procedure can be difficult. If any of the infection remains following removal, the procedure may need to be reversed and redone to reach the infection underneath.

Other Options:

The only alternative is to remove the infected tooth. When removing the tooth, a dental bridge will be needed to fill the empty space and prevent the shifting of surrounding teeth. However, this solution ultimately costs more than the root canal therapy, and without the root canal therapy, your teeth will never look the same. Other alternative is to remove the tooth and consider a dental implant, a bridge, a removal tooth or to leave the space empty.

Root Canal Frequently Asked Questions

Are root canals painful?

A root canal is not supposed to be painful. In fact, it is intended to relieve chronic tooth pain caused by a bacterial infection. Thanks to advances in dental technology, the infected tissue removal is not painful. Our experts are trained to minimize discomfort and make the experience easy and comfortable.

Can root canals lead to illness?

It is a myth that a root canal can cause serious and deadly diseases, such as multiple sclerosis, Lou Gehrig ’s disease (ALS), lupus and certain types of cancer. There is no evidence to suggest a link between root canal therapy and any life-threatening disease. On the contrary, a root canal will prevent further illness caused by infections and oral disease.

What is recovering from a root canal like?

After the root canal procedure, patients may feel a little groggy and sensitive. This feeling will subside significantly within the first 24-48 hours. Any sensitivity to cold air will be gone after your visit. Nevertheless, patients may experience very mild pressure a few days after they have had their procedure. Usually this feeling is manageable, but patients can take over-the-counter pain relief medicine such as ibuprofen or aspirin to help the inflammation.

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