When the nerve inside a tooth becomes infected (from a deep cavity, crack, or trauma), a root canal removes the infection, seals the tooth, and saves it from having to be pulled. At SOHO Dental Loft, we have an in-house endodontist — a dental specialist who focuses exclusively on root canal therapy — which means you get expert-level treatment without a referral.

Most root canals are completed in a single visit and feel no worse than a typical filling. We use digital imaging, rotary instruments, and modern anesthesia protocols to make the whole thing fast and comfortable.

Signs you may need a root canal:

• Sharp pain when chewing
• Lingering sensitivity to hot or cold
• Swelling or tenderness in the gums near a tooth
• A deep cavity that’s reached the nerve
• Darkening or discoloration of a single tooth
• A cracked or broken tooth

What to expect:

1. Diagnostic exam and digital x-rays
2. Local anesthesia (same as a filling)
3. Access the tooth, clean out the infected nerve
4. Fill and seal the root canals
5. Temporary or permanent restoration
6. Follow-up with a crown to protect the tooth long-term