End Pain and Keep Your Tooth with Root Canal Treatment

Do you have an infected or damaged tooth? Buena Vida Dental Studio can relieve pain and restore oral health without extraction. Instead, Dr. Carlos Benavides uses root canal therapy to resolve the source of infection while leaving your tooth contact.

Unlike popular misconceptions, root canals aren’t anything to dread. Our Tucson, Arizona office combines advanced technology with potent pain management techniques, making root canals more predictable and comfortable than ever!

Do I need a root canal?

Your tooth is layered like an onion. Beneath the hard enamel and dentin lies the pulp, the soft inner core that houses nerves, blood vessels, and connective tissue. The enamel protects the pulp from harmful bacteria, but deep cavities, cracks, or repeated dental work can compromise that barrier.

When this happens, harmful bacteria can reach the pulp, leading to infections and several unpleasant symptoms.

  • Relentless toothaches
  • Darkening of the tooth
  • Tooth pain when pressure is applied
  • Tooth sensitivity during and  after consuming hot or cold drinks
  • Swollen gums

If you suspect you need a root canal, don’t wait to seek treatment—delaying could lead to more serious issues. Make an appointment with a Tucson root canal dentist as soon as possible. The earlier you get treated, the higher your chances of a successful outcome.

What can I expect from root canal treatment?

It all starts with a consultation with Dr. Benavides. He’ll take digital X-rays of your tooth to determine its viability for a root canal. If so, we’ll anesthetize your gums and possibly use sedation dentistry for a comfortable experience.

Next, we’ll isolate the tooth with a rubber dam to keep the area clean and dry. A small access opening is then made in the tooth, allowing us to clean and disinfect the area to eliminate all traces of infection. Then, the root canals are shaped and sealed with gutta-percha—a biocompatible, rubber-like material that protects the tooth from future reinfection.

While the tooth’s health is restored, its strength and appearance may still be lacking. That’s where a dental crown comes in. It reinforces the tooth while enhancing its look. Once restored, you can eat, smile, and speak with renewed confidence.

What are the benefits of a root canal?

For a procedure with such a bad rap, you’ll be surprised by its many benefits. Some include:

  • Quick recovery: With our easy-to-follow procedures, many patients recover within a day or two.
  • Pain relief: Many patients enjoy significant pain relief after the procedure.
  • Keep your tooth: Save your tooth from extraction with root canal treatment. Keeping your tooth saves you from costly tooth replacements.
  • Prevent widespread infections: A root canal removes the root cause of infection to prevent damage to surrounding tissues.

Are root canals painful?

Unless you’ve time-traveled back to the 1960s, there’s no reason to fear a root canal. Today, the experience is surprisingly smooth. We blend gentle techniques, advanced anesthetics, and soothing sedation to make the procedure as comfortable as possible. Many of our patients walk out saying, “That wasn’t nearly as bad as I expected!”

Meet the best Tucson root canal team today!

Many patients worry about root canals until they experience comfortable dental care in our office. Don't let an infected or damaged tooth affect how you eat, smile, or speak. End pain and save your oral health with gentle root canals at Buena Vida Dental Studio. Call/Text (520) 745-5577 and schedule your visit!