Root Canals

Keep Your Smile Whole

Restore Your Oral Health With Root Canals in Glendale

Getting a root canal done is probably not at the top of your list of enjoyable things to do. If you're like many people, you may have heard horror stories involving lots of pain. The truth is, our Glendale root canals are no more uncomfortable than getting a tooth filled. At Glendale Gentle Dentistry, Dr. Stanfield can use root canal treatment to stop the pain from your aching tooth. In most cases, we save your tooth from extraction

The procedure will protect the tooth against further problems. It will eliminate the expense of replacing an extracted tooth. We'll also prepare your tooth for a finishing restoration, such as a crown. You'll avoid an infection from spreading. If you have a dental emergency, we'll try to schedule you for the same day you call, whenever possible.

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Save Your Tooth

A root canal is needed when the inner portion of the tooth (known as the pulp) becomes infected. This can happen from an untreated cavity, an injury to the tooth, or any other way that allows bacteria inside the tooth. To help relieve your pain and save your tooth, Dr. Stanfield will do the following:

  • Remove the infected pulp
  • Repair the canals inside the tooth
  • Sanitize the interior of the tooth
  • Fill the interior with a rubber-like material to maintain your dental structure
  • Seal the tooth with a temporary filling until your crown is ready
  • Cap the tooth with a crown to prevent future problems
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Relax With Sedation

Many people get nervous about dental work, especially if it's a procedure they've never had done before. If you fall into this category, we completely understand. That's why we offer three relaxing forms of sedation to take the edge off your dental anxiety. You can choose from:

  • Inhaled Sedation - Simply breathe in laughing gas through a small mask, and your cares will begin to melt away. It wears off quickly, with no lingering grogginess.
  • Oral Conscious Sedation - We'll prescribe a small pill to take ahead of time to help you feel relaxed from head to toe.
  • IV Conscious Sedation - We'll put you in a dream-like state and you likely won't remember anything about your procedure.

Don't suffer with a tooth that's aching. We can save your tooth with Glendale root canals.

Read Why Our Patients Love Us

If you have dental phobia: take that, multiply it by 10… then multiply *that* by 5. That’s about where I was. At least, until I found this dental practice. But from the very first interaction, the ENTIRE team here made me feel safe, seen, and completely unjudged. For the first time in my... If you have dental phobia: take that, multiply it by 10… then multiply *that* by 5. That’s about where I was. At least, until I found this dental practice. But from the very first interaction, the ENTIRE team here made me feel safe, seen, and completely unjudged. For the first time in my adult life, I can genuinely say that fear has eased.

Melanie

Dr. Stanfield is amazing, he truly cares for his patients. Always greets you with a big smile and makes you feel comfortable! He has a great team starting from the front to the back! Love this dental office!

Monse C

If you’re searching for a team that is caring, patient, supportive, and actually listens - this is the place. To everyone at the practice: thank you for your kindness, compassion, and encouragement. You didn’t just fix my teeth, you helped heal a lifelong fear. Truly, you changed my life.

Melania

Great dentist office. The staff are amazing doctors are great. I've been a patient since 2005 haven't had no issues with any dental work. Glendale Gentle Dentistry are great with there patients. BEST PLACE TO COME DENTAL

Cruz L

The best experience at a dentist office I've ever had! Everyone is so kind. Heather was the best at making me comfortable since the phone call making the appointment. Definitely coming back!

Rosa M

This dentist is really nice, very competent and has good prices. Just got 2 teeth removed and a root canal, and I was honestly really surprised at how painless it was, relatively. I highly recommend Dr. Stanfield to anyone in the area.

Sephondranzer

Everyone's so nice and friendly when you come in and are super welcoming! They do their best to make sure you're comfortable and well taken care of and make you feel like you're in good hands.

Collette F

Very comfortable visit today. Dental assistant was friendly and understanding of my concerns. I would recommend this dentist to anyone that needs to be seen.

Ashley K

Had my first visit yesterday. Wonderful staff. Great doctor. I definitely enjoyed my experience which cannot always be said for a dental visit. Thanks doctor, you and your entire staff did a great job.

Thomas R

I am new to the area and this facility was fantastic, very warm and welcoming staff, understanding and professional all the way. Amanda did a fantastic job with the cleaning and was enthusiastically engaging, altogether a very pleasant experience!

Austin P

Great place to have your teeth clean, anything cosmetic and fix your cavities, I felt very comfortable during my appointment. The assistants and dr. Stanfield are super nice. I recommend this place

Cristal V

They made me feel very welcome and comfortable about my dental situation. Haven’t been to a dentist in 14 years and was always insecure about my dental hygiene.

Alexis V

Frequently Asked Questions About Root Canals

Why have a root canal?

When the soft inner portion of a tooth (known as the pulp) becomes infected, it can produce intense pain. This can happen as a result of an untreated cavity or an injury to the tooth that allows bacteria inside. A root canal involves removing the diseased pulp, sterilizing the tooth, and sealing it with a rubberlike material and a crown.

Are root canals painful?

Although many people believe that root canal therapy is painful, it is no more uncomfortable than getting a tooth filled. We'll use a local anesthetic to make sure the tooth is numb before we begin your procedure. That way, you can relax and feel confident that you're not going to feel any discomfort. We can also provide dental sedation to ease your anxiety.

Will a root canal stop tooth pain?

Yes, ending pain caused by an infected tooth is one of the biggest reasons to have a root canal. Your dentist will remove the infected pulp from inside your tooth that has been giving you a toothache. Removing the infection also allows you to keep your tooth instead of extracting it, the only other option for treatment.