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A root canal is not a failure — it is a way to save a natural tooth and stop pain. Modern root canal therapy removes infection, disinfects the tooth, and restores strength so you can keep your smile. At Schulman Dental Studio, Franklin Lakes, we focus on gentle, precise care and clear communication at every step.
Keeping your own tooth preserves chewing, bite alignment, and supporting bone. When the structure and gums are healthy enough, root canal therapy is often the most conservative and predictable way to avoid extraction and more complex replacement.
Deep decay, cracks, or injury can let bacteria reach the pulp inside a tooth. When this tissue becomes infected or dies, removing it and sealing the canals stops the infection and preserves the tooth.
The area is numbed for comfort, the infected tissue is removed, the canals are cleaned and sealed, and the tooth is restored — often with a crown — to protect it long-term. Some cases take one visit, others require more depending on infection and anatomy.
Mild soreness is normal for a few days. Avoid chewing on the treated tooth until it is fully restored, and keep up with brushing, flossing, and regular checkups. With proper care, a root-canal-treated tooth can last many years.
To learn more or schedule an evaluation, contact Schulman Dental Studio, Franklin Lakes.
A root canal procedure is the best way to save a tooth that has been damaged by decay or injury and preserve your natural smile. The alternative is an extraction and treatment to replace the tooth. While at times a tooth is non-restorable and an extraction is the only option, when possible, it’s best to try and save your natural tooth. With proper care, a tooth with root canal therapy can serve your smile well for many years to come.
Despite lingering myths from before the age of modern dental anesthesia and technology, having a root canal procedure today is as routine and comfortable as visiting the dentist for a filling. While the procedure is performed under local anesthesia with your tooth completely numbed, we can also discuss options in dental sedation.
Whether the symptoms of a dental infection subside after a course of antibiotics, a draining abscess provides you with some temporary pain relief, or a tooth with radiographic evidence of pathology has not yet developed symptoms, it’s essential, before an infection worsens or occurs, to have a root canal procedure performed. In this way, the tooth can be disinfected, filled, and sealed to protect your health and avoid further problems.
If you have sustained a dental injury, have a toothache, jaw pain, swelling, or are experiencing any other unusual and uncomfortable oral symptoms, contact our office immediately for care. Dental problems that have not been evaluated and treated can significantly worsen, producing more severe damage and consequences for the involved teeth, your oral health, and even your overall wellbeing. Once you get in touch with our office, our friendly and compassionate office team will get you in for care at your earliest convenience.
While some root canal procedures can be completed in one visit, others may involve 2 or 3 appointments. How long it takes depends on various factors, including active infection, the number of canals in the tooth, and the tooth’s location or anatomy.
With a success rate that exceeds 95%, root canal therapy remains the most effective procedure to save a tooth in which the inner vital tissues have been damaged. However, as with all healthcare procedures, there are a small percentage of cases where the teeth become symptomatic a second time. The good news is that many of these teeth can still be saved with root canal retreatment or a minor surgical procedure known as an apicoectomy.
The best ways to maintain a tooth with root canal therapy are to get the proper restoration required to rebuild and protect the tooth, maintain proper oral hygiene, and schedule appointments for routine dental checkups and care.
Saving a tooth with root canal therapy is a wise investment that, in the long run, is typically less costly and invasive than having the tooth extracted and replaced with a fixed bridge or implant. As far as the exact cost of care, it can vary depending on which tooth is being treated. Many dental insurance plans provide coverage for root canal therapy. At the office of Schulman Dental Studio, Franklin Lakes, we do our best to optimize your dental benefits and minimize your out-of-pocket expenses. Our staff will answer all your questions about the cost of care and discuss all your payment options.
At the office of Schulman Dental Studio, Franklin Lakes, we use the latest technology and most effective methods of care to provide precise and gentle care. Our reputation for excellence is based upon a consistent record of achieving successful treatment outcomes while providing prompt, stress-free, and convenient treatment for every type of dental need.