Cottage Country Dental - Bracebridge

Root Canal in Bracebridge

Root canals can be careful, quick, and relatively pain-free bringing you immediate relief and saving your natural tooth.
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Saving your natural tooth

In a root canal procedure, the pulp of the tooth (the living tissue inside) is removed and the resulting space is filled with special, medicated dental materials that restore the tooth to full function. Using root canal therapy not only preserves your natural tooth, extending its lifetime, it also protects and preserves the jaw bone and other supporting tissues around the tooth. Wherever possible, saving your natural tooth will also save you from more pain and expense down the road.

    There are a number of signs that suggest root canal therapy may be necessary:
  • Sensitivity to hot and cold.
  • Severe toothache pain.
  • Red or swollen gums near the tooth.
  • Discolouration of the tooth.
  • An abscess (or pimple) on the gums.

The root canal treatment plan

A root canal treatment usually requires one or two office visits and is performed by either a dentist or an endodontist. Here is how we perform your root canal:

Diagnosis and Treatment Plan

The first step requires an x-ray of the tooth and the surrounding bone to find out what’s causing your symptoms. Your specialist may prescribe antibiotics to help control infection and inflammation. The pressure from infected swelling is what makes an abscess so painful and is often the cause of pain during a root canal. Reducing this inflammation in advance removes this factor during the procedure.

Prepping the Tooth

When we’re ready to perform the root canal, we will patiently numb the area before freezing your gums, teeth and tissues. Your comfort and peace-of-mind are important to us. Once you’re comfortable, an access hole is drilled into the tooth. The pulp, bacteria, decayed nerve tissue, and related debris are removed.

Sealing the Tooth

Depending on the severity of the abscess, we may put some medicine inside the tooth to completely clear up any infection. If the procedure requires multiple visits, a temporary filling will be applied. At this point, you will already feel some relief. Only when your tooth is thoroughly cleaned and healthy can it be permanently sealed.

Cost of a root canal in Bracebridge

The cost of dental treatment varies widely, but saving the tooth with a root canal is more cost-efficient in the long run. With a typical insurance plan, root canal therapy has an average out-of-pocket cost of around $200 to $500+. After an oral exam, we would be happy to provide you with an accurate quote for your insurance company so you can find out your actual out-of-pocket costs. Without insurance, you can expect to pay anywhere from $600 to $1200+ for treatment.

    Why is there such a wide ballpark estimate of the cost? When we generate a quote for root canal therapy we consider factors like:
  • The severity of the infection.
  • The location of the infection in your mouth.
  • The health of the surrounding teeth and gums.
  • Complications which may require more time or a delicate and experienced touch.

No dental practice can provide an accurate quote over the phone. Every case is different so it's important to speak with a dentist who can evaluate your unique situation and provide you with all your treatment options for your consideration.

Is there an alternative treatment to root canals?

An abscess or infection in your tooth is extremely dangerous and considered an urgent health matter. Many people think of root canals as some sort of ‘lesser evil’ to end excruciating dental pain. More important than that, root canals remove an infection that can spread and become life-threatening, requiring much more urgent and invasive care. This is why we work tirelessly to fight the reputation that root canal therapy has gained and why your comfort and peace-of-mind is so important to us.

If you think you may have an infection but you really don’t want a root canal, we strongly encourage you to reach out to us anyways. We will not perform any procedure without your full understanding and consent and may have alternative options for you with the ultimate goal of resolving your infection.

Contact us today

to schedule an initial consultation & exam.

Your consultation will include an examination of everything from your teeth, gums and soft tissues to the shape and condition of your bite. Generally, we want to see how your whole mouth looks and functions. Before we plan your treatment we want to know everything about the health and aesthetic of your smile, and, most importantly, what you want to achieve so we can help you get there.

Frequently Asked Questions

Damage can occur due to deep decay, trauma, dead nerve, a loose filling or crown or a crack or chip in the tooth.
Thanks to modern techniques and technology and a compassionate dental philosophy our highly trained team of dentists and hygienists can provide root canal treatments with minimal to no pain at all.
By the time you realize you need a root canal, your tooth pulp and nerve have already begun to decay. This infected tissue will never fully heal and would only become infected again. Removing the pulp is the only safe option.
A root canal treatment usually requires one or two office visits. Simple or minor root canal cases usually take about 30 to 60 minutes of treatment, while a more complex case take longer-- around 90 minutes.
That depends on what sort of insurance coverage you have. After a consultation, we can provide you with an estimate to send to your provider. We strongly encourage you to make a root canal a high priority. Please speak to us if you feel any hesitation.
You typically need a dental crown after a root canal on your back grinding teeth, molars and premolars. Front teeth, canines, and incisors may not require a dental crown.

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Steve Dines
1 month ago
I recently had my first visit to Cottage Country Dental for teeth cleaning and a check-up to assess the state of my teeth and gums. From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed by the friendly and professional staff. The entire experience was highly positive. The dentist and hygienist were thorough in their examination and cleaning. They took the time to explain everything they were doing and address all of my questions and concerns. Their gentle approach made the process comfortable and stress-free. I highly recommend Cottage Country Dental for anyone looking for a professional and caring dental experience. I will be returning for my future dental needs.
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Randy Beavis
1 month ago
We needed a new dentist after moving into the area. After checking out the on-line reviews and called. I was impressed with how we were treated on the initial call. Very thorough and friendly. We were also very impressed with all the staff. They are friendly, professional and do their jobs very well. We too are impressed with the whole operation and highly recommend them.
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Kristy Beavis
1 month ago
It was the BEST experience I’ve ever had at the dentist. Theresa did the cleaning. She was totally amazing. Kelly did my X-rays and exam and she was totally amazing too. The dentist was just as good as the other 2 ladies. Sorry, I don’t remember the dentist’s name 😳. So glad we found Cottage Country Dental
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Vikki West
5 months ago
It was an excellent experience. Katherine was lovely and friendly. She put me at ease immediately. Mark was very informative and easy to talk to. Very gentle. I would recommend him anytime you need dental work done.
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christine elliott
5 months ago
I had a very good experience not only as my initial visit as a new patient but also with my following appt for teeth extractions and a follow up. I was extremely nervous but they put me at ease and offer great options for "sleep dentistry". All in all I am very happy with Cottage Country and highly recommend them.
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Steve Dines
1 month ago
I recently had my first visit to Cottage Country Dental for teeth cleaning and a check-up to assess the state of my teeth and gums. From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed by the friendly and professional staff. The entire experience was highly positive. The dentist and hygienist were thorough in their examination and cleaning. They took the time to explain everything they were doing and address all of my questions and concerns. Their gentle approach made the process comfortable and stress-free. I highly recommend Cottage Country Dental for anyone looking for a professional and caring dental experience. I will be returning for my future dental needs.
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Randy Beavis
1 month ago
We needed a new dentist after moving into the area. After checking out the on-line reviews and called. I was impressed with how we were treated on the initial call. Very thorough and friendly. We were also very impressed with all the staff. They are friendly, professional and do their jobs very well. We too are impressed with the whole operation and highly recommend them.
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Kristy Beavis
1 month ago
It was the BEST experience I’ve ever had at the dentist. Theresa did the cleaning. She was totally amazing. Kelly did my X-rays and exam and she was totally amazing too. The dentist was just as good as the other 2 ladies. Sorry, I don’t remember the dentist’s name 😳. So glad we found Cottage Country Dental
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Vikki West
5 months ago
It was an excellent experience. Katherine was lovely and friendly. She put me at ease immediately. Mark was very informative and easy to talk to. Very gentle. I would recommend him anytime you need dental work done.
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christine elliott
5 months ago
I had a very good experience not only as my initial visit as a new patient but also with my following appt for teeth extractions and a follow up. I was extremely nervous but they put me at ease and offer great options for "sleep dentistry". All in all I am very happy with Cottage Country and highly recommend them.
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