Root Canal Treatment
What is a root canal?
A root canal is one of the most common dental procedures performed, well over 14 million every year. This simple treatment can save your natural teeth and prevent the need of dental implants or bridges.
At the center of your tooth is pulp. Pulp is a collection of blood vessels that helps to build the surrounding tooth. Infection of the pulp can be caused by trauma to the tooth, deep decay, cracks and chips, or repeated dental procedures. Symptoms of the infection can be identified as visible injury or swelling of the tooth, sensitivity to temperature or pain in the tooth and gums.
If you experience any of these symptoms, your dentist will most likely recommend non-surgical treatment to eliminate the diseased pulp. This injured pulp is removed and the root canal system is thoroughly cleaned and sealed. Root canal therapy usually involves local anesthesia and may be completed in one or more visits depending on the treatment required. Success for this type of treatment occurs in about 90% of cases. If your tooth is not amenable to endodontic treatment or the chance of success is unfavorable, you will be informed at the time of consultation or when a complication becomes evident during or after treatment. Dr. Chang and Dr. Kattar use local anesthesia to eliminate discomfort. In addition, we will provide nitrous oxide analgesia, if indicated. You will be able to drive home after your treatment, and you probably will be comfortable returning to your normal routine.
Healthy Tooth
Tooth Anatomy
Inflammation
Cleaned Canals
Filling Placed
Healed Tooth
What happens after treatment?
When your root canal therapy has been completed, a record of your treatment will be sent to your restorative dentist. You should contact their office for a follow-up restoration within a few weeks of completion at our office. Your restorative dentist will decide on what type of restoration is necessary to protect your tooth. It is rare for endodontic patients to experience complications after routine endodontic treatment or microsurgery. If a problem does occur, however, we are available at all times to respond. To prevent further decay, continue to practice good dental hygiene.
How much will a root canal cost?
The cost associated with root canals can vary depending on factors such as the severity of damage to the affected tooth and which tooth is affected. In general, endodontic treatment is much less expensive than tooth removal and replacement with an artificial tooth.
I HAD A ROOT CANAL AND NO PAIN !!!
AND HIS STAFF ARE SOO NICE !!! - ALVETA E. S He answered every question was very kind professional I would recommend this dentist to anyone I felt like I had Beverly hills treatment - Paul A Great service - Mary B 08/02/22 Tues..
Barbara C., here....I am, admittedly a Dental Chicken...from Past Horrifying experiences with Dentists, in general.
Suffice to say..was more than Pleasantly surprised whereupon, during an Emergency Visit to My (now) Primary..also..'Great'..D.D.S. Dentist..Of Whom, referred Me to Dr.Kattar to have an urgently Needed Root Canal...That, basically, discovered, There was "Nothing to Fear, but, Fear, Itself"...as The Procedure Went through Miraculously Very Pleasant...Sooo Very Grateful for My Primary Dentist's Referral..Dr. Kattar and, accompanying 'Delightful ' Female, caring Staff, are TRULLY, to Be Commended; soo Grateful, as well, as Located Close to My Home.. - Barbara C Very professional and personable. Everything was explained in simple terms along with a video. A follow up call was made by the doctor. - Venus J Thank you for all of your care. I found the office staff to be very helpful and understood all my needs. Dr Kattar is very knowledgeable and explained what he was doing, better than any dentist I have ever been to. I felt very comfortable and will definitely come back if I need any further treatment. - Patricia H I highly recommend Dr Kattar. I was so nervous before my root canal but as soon as I got to his office and met him I felt much better, he made sure I knew how the procedure was done and that I was comfortable while he was working on me. There was no pain at all while he was working on my tooth, I took a painkiller after the procedure, and one late at night and felt no pain at all. It’s a two appointment procedure, both times without pain. I’m truly happy that I found Dr Kattar and have recommended him to everyone I know. - Susanne Q 5 Stars for Westchester Endodontics. I was a difficult case and Dr. Chang new exactly how to handle it. Gave me what I needed to get through the procedure. He was always professional and I believe his vast experience gave him the knowledge to handle a special situation like me. - Todd T Excellent service , kind and friendly
Highly recommend - Christina Z Great customer service and work ethics. Five stars without a question.
Made my experience very enjoyable. Thank you. - Frank S Nothing about a root canal can be described as a pleasant experience but my treatment here went to great lengths to make it as painless as possible. - Gary M Great communication. Explained options and procedures.
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Liked the goggles and TV. - Joan G I highly recommend Dr. Kattar. He is a LIFE SAVER! The entire staff is professional and highly courteous. I had an unexpected root canal....Aaargh!!!--I initially thought!...However, Dr. Katta treated me with "kid gloves"--- Never felt any pain throughout the entire process which was an incredible experience. Whatever "IT" is, he has it! Not only is he a generational family dentist, smart, and knowledgeable---Dr. Kattar also has the "DENTAL VIBE" whereas he manages to eliminate the usual dental anxiety by talking you through the process (e.g. verbally and via digital photographs). A great experience! - LISA S I had a great experience with my root canal, which I know from previous experiences isn’t always fun. The staff was very professional and sweet, and talked me through the whole thing, took their time and did a great job. Highly recommend them. - Ashley V Most Importantly, I didn't have to worry about being in a crowded room. I had 3 appointments, and each visit I was the only person in the waiting room. omg....what a feeling of relief that they didn't overbook the waiting area. - Marlyce H Great experience. This is a great doctor. I love learning new things and knowing what’s going on so it’s great that the doctor explains everything. The doctor follows up with me too, which was nice. - Brian That was hopefully my first and last root canal but it went smoothly and surprisingly pain free! - Phil B The most pleasant pain-free root canal ever! - Susane G I’ve had several root canals in my life and this was by far the best experience I’ve had. Dr. Kattar took his time and clearly explained every aspect of the procedure and my comfort was his number one priority. I wish I could come her for all of my dental care! - Hanna R Great job, doc. You are running smoothly and well during the pandemic. I felt safe and well-taken-care-of. Peace to you. - Justin SWestchester Endodontics
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