Root Canal Questions

Who performs endodontic treatment? What is an "endodontist"? Why is there a need for endodontic treatment? What are the signs of needing endodontic treatment? What is endodontic surgery? Will I feel pain during or after the procedure? How can the tooth hurt if the nerve is gone? How much will the procedure cost?

Will the tooth need any special care or additional treatment? What can I eat, and when? What causes an endodontically treated tooth to need additional treatment? How does endodontic treatment save the tooth? Am I finished? Will I need a crown? What should I do in the case of a dental emergency?

* Who performs endodontic treatment?

All dentists, including your general dentist, received some training in endodontics while in dental school. Often general dentists refer patients needing root canal treatment to endodontists.

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