Root Canal Therapy
Hatboro, Doylestown, and Ardmore PA
What is a root canal?
“Endo” is the Greek word for “inside” and “odont” is Greek for “tooth.” Endodontic treatment (involves) the inside of the tooth.
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.
To understand endodontic treatment, it helps to know something about the anatomy of the tooth. Inside the tooth, under the white enamel and a hard layer called the dentin, is a soft tissue called the pulp. The pulp contains blood vessels, nerves and connective tissue, and creates the surrounding hard tissues of the tooth during development.
The pulp extends from the crown of the tooth to the tip of the roots where it connects to the tissues surrounding the root. The pulp is important during a tooth’s growth and development. However, once a tooth is fully mature it can survive without the pulp, because the tooth continues to be nourished by the tissues surrounding it.
Do you have tooth pain? Please call us for more information or to schedule a consult at our Hatboro Office: Hatboro Phone Number 215-674-5383, or our Doylestown Office: Doylestown Phone Number 215-348-0727.
Root Canal Therapy
What is a root canal?
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.
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. 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.
Please call us for more information or to schedule a consult:
Hatboro Office: Hatboro Phone Number 215-674-5383
Doylestown Office: 215-348-0727
Ardmore Office: Ardmore Phone Number 610-649-5235
Pennsylvania Endodontic Specialists
Our Latest Patient Testimonial
Dr Ufberg and his team were amazing. He saw me after hours and really helped relive the pain symptoms. Such a kind and caring doctor. Thanks you!
- Meg M
Our Latest Patient Testimonial
Dr. Ufberg is excellent both professionally and with his wonderful bedside manner. He explained options and what to expect before, during and after the procedure. He put me at great ease as I was very nervous. His staff is very professional and caring.
- Sherri L
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I never thought I would be happy about a root canal but thanks to the work of PES in Hatboro, I left feeling great. The procedure went swimmingly. The doctor was great at explaining what issues my tooth has and how exactly he was going to enact his game plan. The assistant was superb as well and he and she worked effortlessly. I felt no pain during the experience. I am grateful my dentist, Dolan Dental, recommended PES for the root canal. Highly recommend!
- Gregg S
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Office was professional, all staff was supportive of each other and made me feel relaxed. Dr. Rigberg gave a good explanation of what he was looking for and why, but what’s more he seems to have solved a very painful problem!
- Linda R
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Awesome experience! Had root canal therapy done. I was made to feel so comfortable and relaxed that I was falling asleep during the procedure. Thanks, Dr. Larry. Thank you, Nicole.
- Pat M
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From the moment we stepped into the office everyone showed extreme care and patience for my son. Diagnostics were performed and treatment options were carefully and thoroughly explained in a way that was easy to understand. Dr. Rigberg made sure we understood what was to be done and kept us updated as he proceeded. After treatment he explain the postoperative directions and patiently answered all of our questions. This was truly a 5-star experience and I would 100% recommend PA Endo to anyone who needs a root canal.
- Micah U
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I was extremely impressed with the office and staff. Although I was in the chair for quite a while, Dr. Ulberg and staffmade sure I was comfortable and reassured. I am happy to give the office a rave review.
- Laura K
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Very professional and painless
- Catherine T
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Doctor Rigberg explained the root canal procedure at each step. He is very polite. The music selection was most enjoyable.
- Mary O
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Wonderful Experience. The doctor explained the care in detail. I like the confidence of the doctor and the gentle approach to the tooth procedure.
- Nisha
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Everyone was very nice
- Edward B
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As good an experience as you can have for a root canal. Dr. Ufberg and staff were excellent.
- Mitchell W
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Karen at the front desk was extremely kind and helpful from scheduling to my actual visit. Dr. Rigberg and Sophia were amazing. Everything was explained to me throughout the process. I was very anxious but quickly put at ease.
- Allison K
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Absolutely recommend this office! They did a fantastic job, they are very professional and compassionate! They made an extremely nervous person like me feel at ease!
- Heather D
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First time having a tooth related problem and a root canal I felt at ease the entire time! Dr Ufberg and his staff were great! If you must have a root canal this is the place to go!
- Carol W
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I fell asleep. I went to PA Endo for a root canal. I had just had my first root canal 10 months earlier at a different practice. I won’t belabor this point, but I was traumatized by my first root canal. The idea that I was going to have to go through that again had consumed my thoughts. Needless to say, I went to PA Endo expecting the worst. I was literally quivering. Enter Syl, the best dental assistant ever, followed by Dr Larry Ufberg. How do I describe how good these people are at their job. I fell asleep. I was eventually so comfortable that I fell asleep during root canal. Don’t even consider going anywhere else. PS The soundtrack was awesome
- William M
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Dr. Rigberg did a fantastic job on my root camel procedure. He thoroughly explained the 3 visit process to me and made me feel comfortable. Also his assistant (sorry I don’t remember her name) was just as helpful and nice as can be. Everyone in the office was just as nice.
- John B
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Great team, very helpful and kind!!
- Michelle D
Our Latest Patient Testimonial
Performed a root canal my tooth feels perfect now. All of the staff was very helpful and friendly. Would definitely recommend!
- Peter G
Our Latest Patient Testimonial
Love this place! Seamlessly easy to make an appointment with friendly front desk management. (A lost art today, but not here!!) Rigberg is THE MAN! I fell asleep during a root canal with him a couple years ago. Recently I needed another root canal, I could tell this one required more work which was executed with ballet like grace. Easy Peezy. My husband has an upcoming appointment and has nothing to worry about in the hands of this office. Thanks pa endo team!
- Jen M