Root canal therapy has an undeserved reputation — when performed by an experienced clinician like Dr. Mitzi Morris, the procedure is no more uncomfortable than a routine filling and is the most effective way to save a tooth that would otherwise require extraction. Root canal treatment removes infected or inflamed pulp tissue from inside the tooth, cleans and shapes the root canals, and seals them to prevent reinfection. The result is a tooth that looks, feels, and functions normally — typically restored with a crown for long-term protection.
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Dr. Morris administers thorough local anaesthesia before beginning, ensuring the tooth and surrounding tissue are completely numb throughout the procedure. Most patients are surprised to find the treatment no more uncomfortable than having a filling placed — any post-procedure tenderness typically resolves within 2-3 days and is managed with over-the-counter pain relief.
The majority of root canal treatments at the Roswell practice are completed in one or two appointments. A straightforward single-rooted tooth is often finished in a single visit; multi-rooted teeth or cases with significant infection may require a second appointment to ensure the canals are fully clean before final sealing.
In most cases, yes — particularly for back teeth that bear heavy chewing forces. Root canal treatment removes the pulp that supplied the tooth with moisture, making the remaining structure more brittle over time. A crown placed over the treated tooth distributes biting forces evenly and significantly reduces the risk of the tooth fracturing, extending its functional lifespan by many years.