Root Canal Treatment in Hillsboro – Save Your Natural Tooth

Root canal treatment at East Wind Dental Care in Hillsboro can save your natural tooth and eliminate severe tooth pain. Our experienced dentists use advanced technology and gentle techniques to make root canal therapy comfortable and stress-free.

What is a Root Canal?

A root canal is a dental procedure that removes infected or damaged pulp (nerve tissue) from inside your tooth. This treatment saves the tooth from extraction and relieves pain caused by infection or decay that has reached the tooth’s inner chamber.

Signs You May Need a Root Canal

• Severe toothache that worsens when chewing or applying pressure
• Prolonged sensitivity to hot or cold temperatures
• Darkening or discoloration of the tooth
• Swelling and tenderness in nearby gums
• Persistent pimple-like bump on the gums (abscess)
• Tooth feels loose

The Root Canal Procedure

Step 1: Diagnosis and X-Rays

We take digital x-rays to assess the extent of infection and plan the treatment precisely.

Step 2: Anesthesia and Isolation

Local anesthesia ensures you feel no pain. A rubber dam isolates the tooth to keep it clean and dry during the procedure.

Step 3: Cleaning and Disinfection

We create a small access opening in the tooth, remove the infected pulp, clean and shape the root canals, then disinfect the area thoroughly.

Step 4: Filling and Sealing

The cleaned canals are filled with a biocompatible material called gutta-percha and sealed with adhesive cement. A temporary filling protects the tooth until your permanent restoration.

Step 5: Restoration

After healing, we place a permanent crown to protect and strengthen the treated tooth, restoring full function.

Root Canal Cost in Hillsboro

Root canal treatment typically costs between $800 and $1,500 depending on which tooth is affected (front teeth are less complex than molars). Most dental insurance plans cover 50-80% of root canal therapy.

We offer flexible payment plans and work with CareCredit for interest-free financing options.

FAQs About Root Canals

Is a root canal painful?

No! Modern root canal treatment is no more uncomfortable than getting a filling. We use effective anesthesia and can provide sedation options for anxious patients. The procedure actually relieves pain, not causes it.

How long does a root canal take?

Most root canals can be completed in one appointment lasting 60-90 minutes. Complex cases may require a second visit.

What is the alternative to a root canal?

The only alternative to root canal treatment is tooth extraction. However, saving your natural tooth is always preferable when possible, as it maintains proper bite alignment and prevents adjacent teeth from shifting.

Schedule Your Root Canal Consultation

Don’t let tooth pain control your life. Call East Wind Dental Care at (503) 614-0198 or book your appointment online.

Serving Hillsboro, Beaverton, and Aloha with gentle, effective root canal therapy.