Single-Visit Root Canals

Infected teeth can be painful and cause a variety of complications. If you have an infected tooth, you will most likely need a root canal. Root canals are a very population treatment method used to save damaged or infected teeth from needing extraction. Now, thanks to advances in technology, experienced dentists like Dr. Hagerman can perform root canals in a single visit.

What is a Root Canal?

A root canal is a procedure dedicated to saving a decayed or infected tooth from further damage and removal. In order to do this, the tooth’s nerves and pulp will be removed, and the tooth will be thoroughly cleaned inside and out. Once this is done, a crown or filling will be installed in order to close the opening permanently.

A crown is an artificial “cap” that is placed over a tooth. Fillings are substances that fill in holes or cracks to protect the integrity of a tooth. Root canals traditionally took two visits to a dentist to complete. During the initial visit, the nerves and pulp are removed and the tooth is thoroughly cleaned. In the second appointment, the crown/filling is installed.

Single-Visit Root Canals

Dr. Hagerman is one of the few experienced dentists in the area who can perform a root canal in a single visit. This way, you have to deal with less pain and dedicate less time to get the treatment. Not only can he save your tooth, but by saving you time and discomfort by doing it in a single office visit, Dr. Hagerman offers a streamlined approach to this very popular and effective treatment. In some cases, where the degree of decay and infection is advanced, a single-visit root canal may not be possible.

Root Canal Treatment in St. Paul, MN

Don’t suffer from tooth pain any longer. Call Hagerman Dental Care in Minneapolis-St. Paul, Minnesota, today to learn more about our restorative dental procedures and schedule your appointment. You can reach us at (651) 646-2392 or use our request an appointment online.