The first sign that you may need dental root canal treatment is usually pain in the tooth, gums or jaw. These symptoms usually indicate that the pulpy material inside your tooth and its roots has become infected or injured in some way. The Dental Center of Mishawaka can provide root canals for our patients in the Mishawaka area. Our team has the knowledge and expertise needed to provide you with real help in managing pain and resolving issues quickly and effectively.

What Is a Root Canal?

Root canals are designed to remove damaged and infected material from inside the tooth to release pressure and to reduce the risk of future issues with the same tooth. The nerve endings inside the tooth are sensitive to pressure and can cause excruciating pain for patients if infection or swelling builds up in the roots of the teeth. Root canals offer a prompt and practical surgical solution to these issues that can promote the best and most effective healing for patients.

When Are Root Canals Necessary?

A root canal procedure may be necessary if you have experienced serious damage to your tooth or if severe decay has affected the viability of your tooth. Moderate to severe pain is typical for patients who need root canals. Some of the other symptoms to watch for include the following:

Swelling of the gum around the area of the tooth
Pain that radiates to the jaw area
Pain that worsens when exposed to cold, heat or pressure
Discoloration of the outer shell of the tooth or cavities that are clearly visible when you examine your tooth
Pain in your tooth, gums or jaw that awakens you from sleep

If you are currently experiencing some of these symptoms, making the call to our dental team at (574) 285-0460 can provide you with real relief and the best possible treatment for your dental care needs. We can provide you with our root canal dentist services that will help you feel your best.

What Types of Dentists Perform Root Canals?

Along with the dentists at our office, we can also refer you to an endodontist who specializes in the treatment of the pulp and interior of your teeth. The Dental Center of Mishawaka will work with you to determine if your procedure can be performed here or if you need a specialist to deal with your dental care. In either case, we will make every effort to provide you with the best and most practical options for your needs now and in the future.

How Are Root Canals Performed?

A dental root canal typically requires either local or general anesthesia depending on the recommendation of your dentist and your own preferences. In general, the process involves the isolation of the area to be treated to prevent debris and other materials from entering the site of your oral surgery.

During the procedure, your dentist will make a small opening in the crown of the tooth. This will allow the infected material and nerve endings to be removed along with any pulp or tissue that remains inside the affected tooth. The root canals of your tooth will be cleaned and polished before being rinsed with a disinfectant fluid to ensure that all debris is cleared from your tooth. Your canals will be filled with gutta-percha, which is a rubbery material designed to provide support for the empty spaces left after your procedure. Your tooth will then receive a root canal crown to protect it from further damage.

What Is a Typical Root Canal Cost?

If you are concerned about the root canal cost, our office will work with you to determine the best and most cost-effective approach to your dental health. The cost of your procedure will typically depend on the amount of work that must be done and the location of the tooth. Front teeth have only one root each. By contrast, molars have four, each of which must be treated to resolve issues with infections or damage.

Types of Root Canals

Along with traditional root canals, apicoectomy procedures are available to resolve previous failed treatments for infections and other issues. For children who have issues with infections or other serious conditions affecting the roots of their teeth, a pediatric pulpotomy is the removal of the pulp of baby teeth without removing the nerve. This allows adult teeth to develop normally after baby teeth fall out, which makes it a preferable method for dealing with dental issues involving younger children.

Why Consider a Root Canal?

A root canal can provide you with an effective solution for severe pain that can help you get your life back to normal. If you need the best in dental care, call The Dental Center of Mishawaka today at (574) 285-0460 to schedule an appointment. We look forward to the opportunity to serve you.

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the dentist keizer i believe was his name who has taken over all my dental work since i was about 20 has been amazing. super friendly, explains things so i fully understand, and even goes above and beyond to make me feel comfortable with my fear of needles and anxiety. i work in a pharmacy and not only do i reccomend him to all my unhappy aspen dental patients, but i have also brought my son and m…
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Any doctor/dentist visit can be stressful but it’s anything but that at The Dental Center. You all have made my visits very pleasant.
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Took my 5-year-old to get cavities filled, he actually fell asleep! I got to stay with him the whole time. The staff was amazing, I would highly recommend this office.
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If you need a dentist and are scared due to past experiences don’t worry, go to the dental center of Mishawaka and not only will your teeth look good and will show them off with a smile but you’ll smile because you had a great time with the great staff.
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This convenient and clean facility is staffed with courteous and professional people, who seem genuinely concerned with the patients. Jessica in particular was very helpful.
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Really nice staff and they did great work!! Dr Kaiser (not sure on spelling) extracted two of my son’s teeth without my son making a peep!!!
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The care and customer service here are top-notch. My hygienist, Heather, is careful, detailed, and thorough. She explains what she is doing every step of the way. I would recommend the Dental Center to anyone looking for a dental service center.
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Two of my children had work done. The staff was AMAZING!! They were very kind, patient, professional and they answered every question I had and also kept my children informed about what they were doing to them. I would recommend this dental office for anyone, especially for kids.
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We love the staff at this dental clinic, always professional and kind.
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Amazing, friendly, patient, funny, professional, informative staff. They were wonderful to my children.
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I hadn’t been to the dentist in at least 3 years, and I was very self conscious of my teeth. I was scared going to the dentist because of what they would say, and make me feel bad for letting my teeth get so bad, but it was the exact opposite. Everyone was so kind and set up a treatment plan based on what I wanted to get done, I wasn’t pressured into anything I didn’t want done. The dental h…
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The dental assistant and the dentist are both so great with my son. He’s 3 1/2 and has been going to them since he was 1 and he loves going to the dentist.
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Everyone was very nice. I liked how my options were explained to me and then received a statement that clearly indicates the financial responsibility of each procedure.
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My experience was wonderful! Dr & staff were very friendly & put me right at ease
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Competent and very nice folks.
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Everyone is so nice and worked my kids in for sealants while we were there
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Everyone was so polite and so good with my kids.
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The staff is very friendly, knowledgeable and the office is very clean. I constantly see them right after a patient uses the equipment take a disinfectant wipe and clean the station before they leave. The dentist is kind,very through, explains what’s being done before hand and what the costs would be. The best dentist I have met! Thank you
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I have been coming to The Dental Center for years. My visits have always left me feeling better than when I came in. The staff is so friendly and upbeat. I have always received the best of care.
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My first visit was yesterday and my hygienist was great and even though the dentist only came to see me briefly, he was also very nice! I feel I was treated well and I will continue going back for all of my dental needs!
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I had excellent service here. The staff was super nice and helpful. Also, they did an excellent job on my teeth!
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My dad and I love it here!! They were really good with him during his appointment to get an extraction and are all about saving teeth. Marci, the assistant and Dr. Keiser are amazing and we both have appointments to go back soon!
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Dr Douglas is fantastic! He makes sure to take the time to get your dental work done precisely. Each time I go, I feel like I’m his only patient there. I feel comfortable in there care. They provide you with options instead of making decisions for you. He always makes sure you’re not in any pain. The office is clean and in a newly built building. I’ve moved my son and husband to…
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It’s actually a pleasure to have dental work done. The most caring practice I have ever been to. They are even great with kids. So glad I chose this office.
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Dr kiser helped eliminate the pressure on 2 of my teeth and solved my problem. Thanks bunches
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Friendly staff and Shannon is very thorough. I trust her with taking the best care of my mouth and teeth!
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overall staff was great felt like they care about everyone. No pressure they give you honest advice and let you make the decide what course to take the your dental health.
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Pleasant staff.
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Explained what was going to be done and during procedure, made my daughter comfortable.
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I always get great service at the Mishawaka office and the staff is very friendly
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Friendly and pleasant visit. Shannon explained every procedure as she did them. Willing to answer questions and very informative.
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Wow, I really love the dental center. They have wonderful people who work there. They are so friendly, kind, and understanding of what you are having done. I just love Dr Keiser . He’s a Wonderful man. There’s a nurse named Marci, she is the best. She has taken the best of care of me the whole time I’ve known her. I recommend The Dental Center to anyone. Smiling faces everywhere.…
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Everyone was very nice and made me feel comfortable.
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The hygienist Shannon, and Dr, were so kind and patient with my daughter(5 years) , who was difficult to even let them get a look in her mouth in the first place due to a horrible experience at a previous dental place. They did anything and everything to make her comfortable with them, definitely recommend!
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Dr Keiser and Britne are both great! Very professional, and made sure that it was a comfortable experience for me
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My hygienist was outstanding!!!
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More personal service than the other Dental Center location.
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Friendly staff, wait time minimal
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Worked great with my three year old! Very friendly and encouraging through your entire appointment.
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Satisfaction in service, quality care, friendly atmosphere and familiar faces. My dental hygienist is kind and thorough & does her job well.
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Very friendly staff and no long wait.
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My appt was fast and easy! I was in a hurry so I enjoyed going in, getting my cleaning and getting out of there in less than an hour!
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The staff is fast, friendly and efficient every time for the past 2 years. They have the shortest wait times of any dentist I’ve ever been to.
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Brooke is the best hygienist. She always makes me feel comfortable.
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Staff is extremely nice. Office is extremely clean.
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I had an excellent experience due to the care I received. This Dental Center has the BEST STAFF! Everyone is always pleasant and keeps a positive attitude!
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Excellent service and knowledge
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Great customer service! The hygienist and doctor was extremely gentle and caring. They respected my privacy during my visit. I highly recommend The Dental Center!!
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I went in for a tooth that had me in excruciating pain. Everyone was so nice! They got me right in and even called to schedule the root canal for me!
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Personable, great service, answered all my questions, called me to move my appointment sooner.
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The hygienist knew what she was doing and was very thourough with my cleaning. The dentist gave me practical ways to improve my oral health.
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Everyone was very nice and professional.
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Dr. Kiser and his assistant (I believe her name was Brittani) provided me with EXCELLENT care. I was in extreme pain due to a tooth that need to be extracted and even though it looked pretty difficult to be removed without going to an oral surgeon, Dr. Kiser gave it a shot to provide me with comfort and he was able to remove the tooth.
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Great care, very thorough, made sure things were done right
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Dental assistant was caring and professional.
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Heather was professional, caring and graceful. Receptionists were very nice and efficient.
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Great with my kids during their work and mine
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Great experience as always! I like the soft music in the background
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Staff is personal and friendly.
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A very good experience.
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This place is great. Marci, Brooke and Dr Keiser are awesome. They took my fears away. I will be returning and referring people to them. Love this Mishawaka office.
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I love going to see Brooke Henry. She always does a great job on my cleanings and always super friendly!
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Dr. Keiser and Jessica were attentive to my needs and concerns. Patty did a magnificent job when cleaning my teeth!
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