GENERAL DENTISTRY

Save your tooth, skip the extraction.

When decay reaches the nerve, a root canal is what stands between your tooth and the bin. Modern endodontics is fast, comfortable, and saves the natural tooth most patients in Barrie, Ontario want to keep.

PROCEDURE
60–90 min
STARTING PRICE
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RECOVERY
1–3 days
TYPICAL LIFESPAN
10+ years
98% 5-year retention

— THE PROCEDURE

Modern endodontics is nothing to fear.

Inside every tooth runs a tiny canal of nerve and blood vessels. When decay or trauma infects that canal, the pain can be severe — but the fix is straightforward. We numb the tooth, clean out the infected tissue, seal the canal, and rebuild the tooth with a filling or crown.

Today’s rotary instruments and 3D imaging make root canals as comfortable as a regular filling. The reputation is decades out of date. Most patients describe the procedure as ‘easier than I expected.’

  • Saves your natural tooth — the gold-standard outcome
  • Performed under full local anesthesia
  • 3D imaging maps every canal precisely
  • Most cases finished in a single visit

— GOOD TO KNOW

Frequently asked questions

No — that's the myth. The infected tooth hurts before the procedure. The root canal removes the source of the pain. With modern anesthesia, most patients feel pressure only, and many fall asleep mid-treatment.

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Medically reviewed by Dr. Akeel Al-Dabboos

Information on this page is for educational purposes only and does not replace a professional consultation. Always consult a licensed dental professional for advice tailored to your situation.