Root Canal Metairie LA | Root Canal Therapy Madisonville LA
Northlake Endodontics and Microsurgery
What is a root canal?
A root canal is one of the most common dental procedures performed, well over 14 million every year. This simple treatment can save your natural teeth and prevent the need of dental implants or bridges.
At the center of your tooth is pulp. Pulp is a collection of blood vessels that helps to build the surrounding tooth. Infection of the pulp can be caused by trauma to the tooth, deep decay, cracks and chips, or repeated dental procedures. Symptoms of the infection can be identified as visible injury or swelling of the tooth, sensitivity to temperature or pain in the tooth and gums.
If you experience any of these symptoms, your dentist will most likely recommend non-surgical treatment to eliminate the diseased pulp. This injured pulp is removed and the root canal system is thoroughly cleaned and sealed. This therapy usually involves local anesthesia and may be completed in one or more visits depending on the treatment required. Success for this type of treatment occurs in about 90% of cases. If your tooth is not amenable to endodontic treatment or the chance of success is unfavorable, you will be informed at the time of consultation or when a complication becomes evident during or after treatment. We use local anesthesia to eliminate discomfort. In addition, we will provide nitrous oxide analgesia, if indicated. You will be able to drive home after your treatment, and you probably will be comfortable returning to your normal routine.
Healthy Tooth
Tooth Anatomy
Inflammation
Cleaned Canals
Filling Placed
Healed Tooth
Endodontic Presentation
To provide you with a better understanding of endodontic procedures, we have provided the following multimedia presentation. Many common questions pertaining to root canal therapy are discussed.
What happens after treatment?
When your root canal therapy has been completed, a record of your treatment will be sent to your restorative dentist. You should contact their office for a follow-up restoration within a few weeks of completion at our office. Your restorative dentist will decide on what type of restoration is necessary to protect your tooth. It is rare for endodontic patients to experience complications after routine endodontic treatment or microsurgery. If a problem does occur, however, we are available at all times to respond. To prevent further decay, continue to practice good dental hygiene.
How much will it cost?
The cost associated with this procedure can vary depending on factors such as the severity of damage to the affected tooth and which tooth is affected. In general, endodontic treatment is much less expensive than tooth removal and replacement with an artificial tooth.
Northlake Endodontics and Microsurgery
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Didn’t feel a single ounce of pain after my root canal, great job Dr. Alongi
- Hunter C
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Very comfortable,painless,comfort foremost
- Carole W
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Doctor and staff were great. Every detail about the procedure was explained letting me know what to expect.
- Charles M
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Dr. Vedros and her staff are professional and considerate. Dr. Vedros did an excellent job and explained the process thoroughly. Highly recommend!
- Renee K
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Doctor explained everything before procedure was very pleased with the overall visit.
- Marion E
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Amazing service and very knowledgeable and professional staff.
- Tonia B
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It's never fun going to the Dentist but, your team made it Awesome! Thank you for your expertise and overall professionalism
- Richelieu H
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Lashell did an awesome job. Doctors were professional knowledgeable and nice. Clean environment!
- Michael S
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The friendly and courteous office fit me in on a walk in basis for a root canal the same morning after referral from my primary. All of the necessary tests were performed. Dr Alongi, who is board certified, was superb. Thank you Northlake Endodontics!
- Michael H
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Dr Vedros and her staff were great and made the painful situation go away as quickly as possible!
- Jane P
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I have high anxiety in regard to any dental work. Staff and Dr Alongi put me at ease and the experience was very tolerable.
- Mary M
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Loved the experience, everyone was very nice and they took great care of me!
- LaKeia H
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Dr. Vedros is outstanding! It was a real pleasure dealing with her, and her staff! Everyone is so kind, and sweet! It is a calming, relaxing atmosphere. I enjoyed the selection of music that was played. The conversation between Dr. Vedros, and her assistant was entertaining, and helped the time pass. I went here for my first root canal 6 years ago, and have had no trouble with it at all. I recently got my 2nd root canal done here. I am a shy person by nature, but was made to feel at home! I will always go here when i have a need to, and would highly recommend her!
- Gary H
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Good experience
- Traci R
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I highly recommend Northlake Endodontics. The staff was very courteous and professional. Dr. Alongi was also great. I had to get two root canals; and, I felt no discomfort during or after my procedure. If you’re in need of care, look no further… thank me later!!
- Sabrina P
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Keep up the good work.
- John(JD) M
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Incredible in all areas, highly recommended by me! Very happy with results, way better than my expectations.
- Don C
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I will definitely recommend North Lake
- Sharen B
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Procedure went smoothly& painlessly & without “fear”!!!Tks to skill of Dr Alongi& his Asst! Very Professional but friendly & kind!A root canal was a “pleasant experience”
- Eileen S
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My experience was great. The staff were all very kind and efficient. The procedure was quick and as painless as possible.
- Dawn M
