Northwest Endodontic Specialists Offers Root Canals in Olympia and Surrounding Areas

What is root canal treatment?

The inner part of your tooth contains pulp, comprised of nerves and blood vessels, that fills the root canals of your inner teeth. The pulp can become infected due to tooth decay, fracture or trauma. During root canal therapy, we remove the damaged pulp, clean the root canal system and seal it. This process saves the natural tooth and allows you to avoid a bridge, bone graft and dental implant.

Comfortable, Pain-Free Root Canal Care

These days, root canal treatment is comfortable and pain-free. The tooth is numb for the entire procedure (and some hours after), and any discomfort after the procedure is typically well controlled with over-the-counter pain medications. Most people find that having a root canal is similar to having a filling done and, if they had a toothache prior to the procedure, they are relieved to find that it is gone with the removal of the infection. If you are nervous about having a root canal, we can set your mind at ease to help you have a comfortable, pain-free experience in our office.

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Saving Teeth with Endodontics

No artificial crown, dental implant or other prosthesis can ever measure up to the strength, function and aesthetic qualities of your natural tooth. Best practices in dentistry are to save teeth rather than extract them whenever possible, and it is through the process of endodontics that damaged teeth are saved.

Reasons for Root Canal Therapy:

  • Severe Tooth Decay – where the decay is extensive, in or approaching the root system.
  • Fractured Teeth – any fracture in the tooth is an invitation for bacteria to enter the root areas and cause infection, eventually compromising the entire tooth.
  • Dead Nerves – this is a sure sign that extensive damage has been done to the tooth roots.
  • Infections and Abscesses – abscessed teeth have infected roots, and only a thorough root canal treatment can save the tooth at this point.

Symptoms of Tooth Infections:

  • Pain, swelling or redness around tooth
  • Darkening of the tooth (discoloration)
  • Pain while chewing
  • Toothache
  • Sensitivity

If you have any of these signs of infection in your mouth, give us a call at Olympia Office Phone Number 360-459-3636 – the sooner you are seen by a professional, the more likely you will be able to save your tooth.

Root Canal Procedure: What’s It Like?

First, the tooth will be anesthetized. Once it is numb, a dental dam will be placed over the tooth to isolate it. Next, we will make an opening in the crown of the tooth and clean the infected pulp out of the chamber. The chamber is then filled and a filling or temporary crown is placed on top to protect the area. The procedure doesn’t take much longer than a filling, and you will be just as comfortable. The final crown will be restored by your general dentist.

Are you in pain? Don’t wait any longer! Call Northwest Endodontic Specialists at Olympia Office Phone Number 360-459-3636 to schedule your appointment right away!

Endodontic Presentation

To provide you with a better understanding of endodontic procedures, we have provided the following multimedia presentation. Many common questions pertaining to root canal therapy are discussed.

The Cost of Root Canal Therapy

The cost of your root canal will vary based on the amount of damage to your tooth and your insurance benefits. Keep in mind that endodontic treatment is healthier, less painful and far less expensive than extraction and tooth replacement.

Ultimately, we are here to ease your fears about root canal therapy – please don’t hesitate to reach out for information.

New Patient? Please visit our Endodontic FAQ page for more information.

Post-Op? Please see our surgical instructions page and call us with any concerns you may have at Olympia Office Phone Number 360-459-3636.

Contact our office today to schedule an appointment!

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Northwest Endodontic Specialists

5 out of 5 stars based on 486 Root Canal Therapy reviews.

Patient Review By Tammy W

Love Dr. Goerig. James was a great assistant and the two of them kept me happy and laughing! I had a root canal and it was over in no time with no problems or pain whatsoever! If I ever need more work, I'm requesting this office. I'm a very happy camper!

- Tammy W

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Patient Review By David K

The staff was very friendly and the work done was painless. Can't say enough about how well I was treated. Thank you to Michael Behnen D.D.S. for making my 1st root canal nothing like the stories I've heard of from friends about root canals.

- David K

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Patient Review By Shane R

Great overall treatment. Kind and knowledgeable staff.

- Shane R

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Patient Review By Diana P

Hannah was genuinely concerned and attentive to my horrible anxiety. She was helpful reassuring me. The Dr. was amazingly fast! YaY!

- Diana P

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Patient Review By Agnes H

Gentle and thorough. I really appreciate the treatment I received. Thank you.

- Agnes H

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Patient Review By Jessica D

Quick and much less stressful than I was expecting, and Dr. Goerig and his assistant were very calm and kind.

- Jessica D

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Patient Review By Samantha K

Staff made me feel extremely comfortable. Hardly no pain and it was quit and easy!

- Samantha K

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Patient Review By Nancy H

No pain during the root canal. Very professional and caringf

- Nancy H

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Patient Review By LeAnn V

I came into the office extremely nervous, but the doctor and staff did a wonderful job of easing my fears and making me feel relaxed. Absolutely painless! Now I wonder what I had to worry about. Thank you for taking care of me and making me laugh!

- LeAnn V

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Patient Review By Daniel H

Great service. Skillful and attentive to my comfort.

- Daniel H

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Patient Review By Kelsey W

I had an emergency root canal, and this office and staff were able to get me in immediately. The staff is incredibly knowledgeable and very friendly. Dr. Goergig did my procedure. He was extremely fast, kind, expertly skilled, and I did not feel a thing! Best of all, the staff made me feel very welcome and ensured that I was comfortable.

- Kelsey W

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Patient Review By Anna W

Very strange to call a root canal experience "amazing" but that is what it was. It took about 10 minutes and the doctor and staff ensured my comfort in every way possible. I did not feel any pain whatsoever during the procedure. I was even provided with a blanket to take home with me. I am a local primary care provider and from this point, my patients with endodontic concerns will be directed here exclusively. Thank you for taking care of me and being so kind, everyone!

- Anna W

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Patient Review By Ray J

If going to the Dentist was a treat, this would have been it. Absolutely no pain, and the Hannah was great!

- Ray J

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Patient Review By Elizabeth S

Excellent service. Staff was super nice and got me in right away. The doctor was exceptional and explained everything and was quick to help me. Thank you very much!

- Elizabeth S

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Patient Review By Cheryl B

Very quick and easy. Absolutely no pain! Will recommend to friends.

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Patient Review By Paul m

outstanding

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Patient Review By Suzette Cooper M

Most excellent staff and doctor!

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Patient Review By matilda m

Very comfortable, 5 star!

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Patient Review By Pamela R

I would like to say that my visit here was truly amazing. The entire staff was friendly and the Dr that treated me was very friendly and did an amazing job on my Root Canal. I am still new to the area and i can truly say that i would come back.

- Pamela R

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Patient Review By Carolyn Colvin

I am very pleased with the overall root canal treatment that I received. Dr. Goerig and Hannah were very patient, gentle and kind. I did not feel any pain or discomfort whatsoever during the procedure. I would highly recommend them for this type of dental procedure.

- Carolyn Colvin

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