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Root Canal Treatment in Camas, WA

Experiencing dental pain and facing the possibility of a root canal can seem intimidating. The caring team at Camas Dentistry wants to put your fears to rest; root canal treatment is designed to relieve pain and save your tooth. And contrary to popular belief, it is not a difficult or complex procedure.

Why is Root Canal Treatment Necessary?

A tooth becomes infected when bacteria penetrate its outer layers and reach the pulp inside. This can result in severe pain and other symptoms:

Throbbing toothache
Extreme sensitivity to hot or cold
Swelling or tenderness around the affected tooth
Darkening or discoloration of the tooth
Dental abscess or pus formation

Delaying treatment doesn’t just prolong your pain—it can lead to serious complications. An untreated infected tooth can result in a dental abscess, and the infection can spread, posing systemic and even life-threatening risks.

Transforming the Root Canal Experience

Our friendly dental team takes a patient-centered approach that prioritizes your comfort. We understand dental anxieties and do everything possible to provide a pain-free, stress-free experience.

If you experience dental anxiety, we offer calming nitrous oxide and oral sedation for a relaxed procedure. You will also appreciate soothing amenities like pillows, blankets, headphones, and calming music. If there’s anything else you need, just ask!

What to Expect during Root Canal Treatment

Your comfort is at the heart of every stage in the root canal process. Sometimes, understanding what is about to happen can help you feel more in control and less anxious.

Diagnosis — The first step is an examination with Dr. Demian to assess the extent of the infection.
Local anesthesia — Before we begin, we numb the area with a strong local anesthetic to ensure you feel no pain during the procedure.
Create access — A small opening is made in the tooth to access the infected pulp.
Cleaning and shaping the canals — Camas Dentistry uses rotary endodontics, a leading-edge technology that streamlines the process of removing infected pulp. This electrically powered instrument streamlines the procedure, making it far more comfortable and efficient.
Disinfecting and sealing — After disinfecting the canals, we fill the chamber to prevent future infections, then seal the tooth.
Restoration — A temporary filling or crown protects the tooth, with the final restoration planned for a later visit.

Efficient Recovery and Lasting Tooth Protection

Some soreness is normal after your procedure but should diminish within a day or two. After about two weeks of healing, we will place a final crown or filling on the tooth to strengthen and protect it.

Choose Camas Dentistry for Your Root Canal Needs

Dr. Demian's expertise, paired with advanced technology, enables him to treat even the most complex root canal treatment with excellent results. If you are in pain and think it might be a tooth infection, please contact our Camas, WA, dental office for an emergency appointment. We promise to get you out of pain and feeling better fast.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I need root canal treatment?

At Camas Dentistry, we recommend root canal treatment when the innermost part of your tooth, called pulp, is infected or damaged. Addressing this situation promptly allows us to save the tooth and prevent the spread of the infection.

The Importance of Root Canal Treatment

Teeth are more than just the hard outer surfaces you see. Inside each is a pulp chamber that houses blood vessels, nerves, and connective tissue. When a tooth has deep decay, a significant crack, or trauma, bacteria can enter this chamber and lead to infection and inflammation.

Without treatment, this condition causes severe pain, swelling, and even an abscess. With root canal treatment, we remove the infected or damaged pulp, clean and disinfect the inner chamber, and seal the tooth to prevent future infections.

Preserving Your Smile with a Root Canal

A root canal preserves the tooth’s natural structure and maintains its function and appearance. We understand that many see the procedure as uncomfortable or complex; however, modern tec and anesthetics ensure root canal treatment at our Camas, WA, dental office is as comfortable as getting a filling.

Do You Need an Emergency Root Canal?

Root canal treatment is a tooth-saving procedure that relieves your pain and helps you maintain a healthy smile. If you have a toothache and think it might be a tooth infection, please call our Camas, WA, dental office to schedule an emergency appointment.

What can I expect during a root canal procedure?

A root canal is a dental procedure to treat a tooth’s damaged or infected pulp—the living tissue containing nerves, blood vessels, and connective tissue. By removing the affected pulp, a dentist can stop further decay, relieve pain (often severe), and preserve part of the natural tooth.

What to Expect from a Root Canal Procedure

The dentist begins by cleaning the tooth and numbing the area with local anesthetic. Using special tools, they remove the damaged pulp, clean the empty space, and seal it to prevent further infection. This creates a stable environment for healthy tissue to grow back.

After the procedure, patients typically take antibiotics and over-the-counter pain medication, with recovery lasting seven to ten days. Once healed, the tooth is sealed with a filling or capped with a crown to restore its function and durability.

Why Is Root Canal Treatment Necessary?

A root canal is required when bacteria enter a tooth through a crack or untreated cavity, causing “pulpitis,” an inflammation and infection of the pulp. Symptoms include toothache, sensitivity to hot or cold, and jaw pain. Left untreated, pulpitis can develop into an abscess (a pus-filled infection) and result in tooth loss.

Pain-Free Root Canal Treatment in Camas, WA

If you’re looking for a dentist in Camas, WA who will take every precaution to ensure your comfort and top-quality care throughout the root canal process, contact Dr. Demian Woyciehowsky and the friendly and caring Camas Dentistry team to schedule a consultation.

Will I need to take time off work or school after the root canal treatment?

Most people return to work or school the same day or the next morning after a root canal in Camas, WA. If you aren’t sure whether to take the rest of the day off after a root canal, you can talk to your dentist. You may feel some mild soreness once the numbness wears off, but this typically fades within a day or two.

What Recovery Involves

Your mouth will likely stay numb for a few hours after the procedure. During this time, you should avoid eating so that you don’t accidentally bite your cheek or tongue. Once your sensation fully returns, you might notice some tenderness around the treated tooth. This is completely normal.

Most pain or discomfort peaks within the first day after treatment and then steadily improves. You should stick to eating softer foods for the first 24 hours if chewing feels uncomfortable. Over-the-counter pain medications and cold compresses will help with any swelling or soreness. By day two or three, most people feel normal.

If you choose sedation for your procedure, you will need someone to drive you home and to take the rest of the day off to recover. This is due to the sedation, not the root canal itself.

Schedule Your Appointment with Our Team

Our compassionate dental team will prioritize your comfort at every step of your root canal procedure. Call Camas Dentistry at (360) 828-5502 to schedule your root canal consultation today.

Meet Our Dentist:

Dr. Demian Woyciehowsky

Dr. Demian Woyciehowsky is a 2012 UNLV School of Dental Medicine graduate. He first attended Arizona State University to pursue engineering, then transferred to the University of Nevada, Reno, to complete his undergraduate degrees. At the University of Nevada, Reno, Dr. Woyciehowsky received both a Bachelor of Arts in History degree and a Bachelor of Science in Biology.

Dr. Woyciehowsky was an Assistant Professor of Restorative Dentistry at the Oregon Health and Science University of Dentistry from 2016 to 2022. He is a proud member of the Washington Academy ...