Root Canal Treatment in Toronto

Professional Root Canal Service

We know no one wants a root canal, but they are often necessary to save or strengthen a diseased tooth. At his Bloor West Smiles dental clinic in Toronto, Dr. Kostirko has performed thousands of root canals throughout his 25+ years of practice. With his excellent skills and calm, gentle manner, Dr. Kostirko is able to make sure that his root canal procedures are as simple and painless as possible.

Signs You Might Need a Root Canal

It’s important that you understand some of the warning signs that you might need a root canal. If you’re uncertain of any of these symptoms, don’t hesitate to contact our Toronto office. You may be facing a root canal, if you have experienced – or are experiencing – any of the following symptoms of infection:

• Fever
• Pain when chewing or eating
• Sensitivity to atmospheric and/or food and beverage temperatures
• Bitter taste in the mouth or foul odor to the breath
• Swollen glands in the neck
• General discomfort, uneasiness or feelings of illness
• Redness accompanied with a swelling of the gums
• Swelling in the region(s) of the upper and/or lower jaw
• An open, seeping or draining sore on the side of the gum

How a Root Canal is Performed

The following steps outline how a root canal is performed in our Toronto office. If you’d like more information about this procedure, don’t hesitate to contact our team. We can also provide you details on our other dental services in Toronto.

1. A sedative or local anesthetic is provided to the patient
2. The infected tooth is isolated from saliva and other contaminants by a dental dam
3. The crown of the tooth is opened to remove the infected pulp
4. The affected roots are cleaned and shaped and in some cases treated with medication to eliminate bacteria
5. A temporary filling is placed inside the crown to protect the tooth
6. Antibiotics may be prescribed in cases when the infection has spread beyond the roots
7. Another appointment is scheduled and the patient is given time to heal
8. The temporary filling is removed at the second visit
9. The root channel is permanently filled and sealed
10. A permanent filling or crown is used to restore the tooth