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 therapy, we have provided the following multimedia presentation. Many common questions pertaining to root canals 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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They made ever effort to keep me comfortable during and before the procedure; I was in an extreme amount of pain. From the front desk staff and the dental assistant, thanks for your care and kindness. I will recommend anyone needing endodontist/root canal services to this amazing group! Thanks again to all 🥰
- Marybeth V
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I loved the staff and the Doc!! They made me feel like I was a long time friend!!
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I am terrified of dental work and this visit was a dream. Couldn't have asked for better care.
- Robin M
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The staff was very friendly and very helpful.
- Cheryl L
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Very friendly staff. Can't say it was pleasant, but dental work isn't. Did try to make you comfortable.
- Pam S
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Made a root-canal fly by and pleasant experience. Good music too.
- Jules C
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Very good experience for needing a root canal Dr Alongi & assistant worked very well together. They explained everything that was going to happen & were very accommodating
- Cindy F
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I could not be more pleased. Both my wife and I have utilized services
- Robert S
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It was my first root canal. It was painless. Everyone was professional and friendly.
- Mark C
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I would highly recommend Dr Alongi and his staff.
- Anthony B
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Made me feel comfortable, staff & Dr. Very nice & very clean office.
- Darnell R
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Considering I had to have a root canal, the experience was pleasant. Dr. Alongi is very accomplished with a good bed side manner and was very informative about my condition and the procedure. His staff was very patient and kind and helpful. His office puts patients first and that was evident from the beginning.
- Neil N
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Dr. Alongi and the staff were helpful and kind. I would highly recommend Dr. Alongi and his office staff. I feel so much better about having dental work done.
- Judy D
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I THOUGHT IT WAS A VERY PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE.
- george R
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Made what could have turned into a disaster for my trip into the ability to leave town and enjoy family and planned events. Much appreciated and many thanks!
- Cathy V
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Except for lacking WiFi, I found the overall experience excellent with all aspects of service!
- William J R
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Exceptional care! Kind, friendly, caring!
- Suzanne S
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I was very well pleased at the helpfulness and professionalism of the staff!!!
- Donald C
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Dr. Alongi and staff were very kind and considerate and made an unpleasant procedure tolerable
- Cheyenne H
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I was very pleased and satisfied with Dr. Dominic's work performance on my root canal and the assistance of his assistant, Melinda. Thanks so much. Sincerely, Hung Nguyen
- Hung N