ROOT CANAL THERAPY (ENDODONTICS)

SAVING SMILES, ONE TOOTH AT A TIME

If you're dealing with tooth pain or sensitivity, a root canal may be the key to saving your natural tooth and relieving discomfort. At By The Lake Dental, your favourite dental office in Ajax and Scarborough, our experienced dentists will carefully assess your tooth and recommend the most effective treatment to restore your oral health.

What Is a Root Canal?

A root canal (also known as endodontic treatment) is a procedure designed to treat the inside of a tooth when the pulp, the soft tissue containing nerves and blood vessels, becomes infected or inflamed.

When bacteria (germs) enter your tooth through deep cavities, cracks, or failing fillings, the pulp can become infected. This may result in an abscessed tooth, which is a pocket of pus caused by the infection. An abscessed tooth may cause pain, swelling, or both. Your dentist may detect the issue through a dental X-ray or other signs, even before symptoms appear.

Rather than extracting the tooth, a root canal treatment removes the infected pulp, cleans and disinfects the area, and then seals the roots to prevent future infection, leaving the tooth ready to be permanently filled.

Why Might You Need a Root Canal?

If left untreated, an infected tooth can lead to:

Persistent pain or sensitivity to hot, cold or chewing
Swelling in the face or gums
Formation of an abscess (pus-filled pocket)
Tooth discolouration
Bone loss around the tooth root
Eventual tooth loss

Ignoring these symptoms can turn a manageable dental issue into a more serious oral health problem. That’s why it’s important to see our dentists at the first sign of trouble.

Benefits of Root Canal Treatment

Pain Relief – Eliminate infection and ease discomfort
Tooth Preservation – Save your natural tooth instead of needing an extraction
Improved Oral Health – Prevent infection from spreading to neighbouring teeth
Restored Function – Regain your full ability to bite, chew, and speak
Aesthetics – Maintain the look of your natural smile

What to Expect During a Root Canal

During the procedure, A small opening is made through the tooth’s crown to access the pulp chamber, the diseased pulp is removed and its space filled with endodontic materials. After that, the tooth is permanently restored with a porcelain or crown for long-term durability.

At By The Lake Dental, your root canal appointment typically includes:

Examination & X-rays – We assess the tooth and surrounding structures.
Anaesthesia – We ensure the area is completely numb for a painless experience.
Cleaning the Canal – The damaged pulp is removed, and the root canals are cleaned and shaped.
Filling & Sealing – The canals are filled with a biocompatible material to prevent reinfection.
Tooth Restoration – In most cases, a dental crown is placed to restore strength and appearance. This may require a separate appointment.

Worried about pain? Don’t be. Thanks to modern techniques and local anaesthesia, root canal procedures are now as comfortable as getting a dental filling and most people recover quickly.

Book Your Root Canal Consultation Today

As a favourite dental office in Ajax and Scarborough, we are proud to offer advanced dental care in a modern, efficient and effective manner. Our patients choose By The Lake Dental not only for our clinical expertise, but because they feel safe, heard, and genuinely cared for at every step of their treatment journey.

Don’t let tooth pain take over your life. Contact By The Lake Dental today to book your appointment and take the first step toward a healthier, pain-free smile.

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"I visited this Dental Office for a broken molar. The visit was amazing. The work was very well-done, painless, and fast! They really spoke to me gently, and were very understanding about my tooth. It was all fixed up, and wow! What a great result. I am smiling again!"

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