Root Canal Therapy

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. You will be able to drive home after your treatment, and you probably will be comfortable returning to your normal routine.

Endodontic Presentation

To provide you with a better understanding of endodontic procedures, we have provided the following multimedia presentation. Many common questions pertaining to root canal therapy 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.

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I was shocked by the positive, efficient, comfortable experience I had getting a root canal with Dr. Nasser. I’m so appreciative of his friendliness and expertise.

- Kate B

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Muy bueno, excelente.

- Charles F

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Dr. Nasser was extremely professional and helpful. I was able to see him and have my procedure the same day. He evaluated the immediate nature of my tooth pain and did a wonderful job! Thanks, Dr. Nasser!

- Ann T

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My experience of my first root canal couldn't have gone better. Dr. Nasser was informative and his staff kind and competent. I would highly recommend him.

- Doug A

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I am a VERY nervous patient and typically only see my usual dentist, but this was an emergency so she had to refer me to Dr Nasser, I trusted her judgement and I am glad that I did!! For the first time in my life I underwent an entire procedure without nitrous and I didn’t panic!! I was relaxed the entire time and ready to take a nap!! I was calm the entire time and Dr Nasser took all the steps to make me feel at ease knowing I was nervous.

- Felicity L

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I have had several root canals by Dr Nasser and they were all successful. Everything is explained and the procedure is basically pain free. Making sure there are no additional roots and taking care of them if there are is very important. The office has the latest equipment to ensure success and from scheduling to follow up everything is done very professionally and politely. It was worth it to me to drive from Pittsburgh to Indy as I recently moved to receive this great care and have it done right. Highly recommend!

- Jim D

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Ratings says it all. No one likes a root canal but this office is great in all respects. My thanks to Dr. Nasser, his assistant and office staff.

- charlie d

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From a very critical and picky patient point of view, I would be extremely surprised if you could find a better endodontist anywhere. Dr. Nasser knows his stuff in depth and he is extremely detail oriented. Dr. Nasser is equipped with state-of-the-art tools and technology and he uses them with mastery and precision. Moreover, Dr. Nasser took the time to clearly explain every single step before, during and after the procedure. "Top 1%"

- Marcelo G

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The great communication continued through the procedure itself with Dr. Nasser explaining, literally, every step of the procedure at every stage. I was well informed and simply wasn't allowed to get anxious about the procedure, such was the demeanor, communication and professionalism of Dr. Nasser and the staff. I can't say it enough, it simply doesn't get any better than this. I was given the choice by my dentist of having my tooth removed or trying to have Dr. Nasser save it. I made the right choice and he indeed saved my tooth.

- George E

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I came I’m nervous for a root canal. Dr. Nasser immediately made me laugh and comfortable with his witty humor. Dr. Nasser walked me through the whole process with zero pain start to finish. My husband stayed and watched the entire process. Dr. Nasser kept him informed and taught him a bit about dentistry. Very professional from staff to Doctor. Thank you all!

- Tonya M

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I had a root canal on a tooth that was difficult to get to. Dr. Nassar completed the procedure within an hour of the time I arrived (on Christmas Eve no less!), and I experienced no pain at all. Even post-op I have had no pain or discomfort. If you need a root canal this is your guy! Highly recommended!

- James T

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I will tell everyone that I know how good and informative during the Procedure you are. I had a good Experience.

- Steve K

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I was very impressed with the skill and precision that Dr. Nasser exhibited during the lengthy procedure. My case apparently was not a typical root canal and yet he dealt with it in a professional and thorough manner. Dr. Nasser explained the treatment options and provided me the various possible scenarios that existed. There was honest communication and he was gentle in administering all anesthesia. This is not the first time that I have visited Dr. Nasser's office and I continue to be impressed by his skill and the professionalism of his staff.

- Angel D

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I fell asleep during the root canal! Painless and actually relaxing!

- Angie M

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I "enjoyed" my root canal experience... enjoyed mainly due to the fact that the chair gave me a massage during my treatment! I had no pain during or after the treatment and Dr. Nasser walked me through the entire process. The day after my treatment, I received a call from Dr. Nasser personally to check on me and to make sure I was feeling well. What a great experience for an unfortunate circumstance.

- Kaylin D

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Dr. Nasser and his staff were friendly. Dr. Nasser explained the procedure and ensured my questions and concerns were addressed.

- Chudney J

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Absolutely fantastic experience with Dr. Nasser and his staff. Of course no one wants to have to have a root canal done but, after my visit with Dr. Nasser I won’t hesitate in a moment to contact them if I need another in the future. Even just setting up the appointment was a very simple quick call. Their office is easy to get to. I had absolutely no wait time once we got there. He did a great job explaining what needed to happen and how he was going to fix my tooth. The procedure was very fast, I wasn’t in his office much longer than an hour. Not one bit of pain during the procedure and very, very minimal that evening and next morning. I will not hesitate to contact them if I have to have another root canal in the future. I recommend anyone that has or is having reservations about having the procedure done to contact Dr. Nasser and his courteous staff.

- Eric H

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I had dreaded having this procedure but everything went well and I experienced absolutely no pain or discomfort. My friends could not believe me!

- Susan H

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You were ALL fantastic. I had a problem with my tooth, i was able to get scheduled with Dr Nasser the same day and all i can is you were all FANTASTIC - professional and personable. I had NO PAIN no discomfort during or after the procedure. If i have to have another procedure i will return without hesitation. I have told friends and colleagues of my experience. Thanks again.

- Jim K

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Everything about this experience went smoothly---the scheduling was easy, and the procedure was performed skillfully in a pleasant clinical environment. Dr. Nasser called me the next day to see how I was doing.

- Judith F

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Great job

- Andrew G

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Best doctor! Friendly, caring, fast, high quality, BEST

- Diane M

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Dr Nasser was very good at explaining the procedure and talking along the way as procedure progressed. Very gentle! He also has very pretty teeth!!

- Margot C

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Dr. Nasser and his staff was great, He explained everything in detail and was very specific on what he was doing. I hate dentist and I explained that to him and he said you wont hate this one. He was correct, Very good Endodontist, I would recommend him!! Thanks Dr. Nasser for making my root canal a very good experience!!

- Jim S

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I never thought getting a root canal would be the best experience I’ve ever had with a dentist/doctor. Dr Nasser & staff was courteous, friendly and made me feel very comfortable. Dr Nasser explained every detail of the procedure, he was humorous, very pleasant and called to check on me the next day. I was extremely impressed!

- LaRonda D

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It was refreshing to visit Dr. Nasser and Staff. Their knowledge, experience and procedures are outstanding. The use of the latest technology is impressive. Thank you all for the services.

- Fred C

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The best under gum line experience ever, One of the best dental experience I've had and I'm 60yrs old. Dr. Nasser (aka Doc Sanguine) 1st time in my grill act and treated it like they were old friends, even when he found a problem it was no problem. I was a lil' considered, I had to fly to Hawaii to go on a 7day cruise right after the root drilling and before my Dr. could install the permanent filling. NO PROBLEMS, Dr. Nasser is SOLID!

- Carl D

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Timely, courteous and comfortable. Three words I wouldn't have used to describe a root canal experience. Thank you!!!

- Rael M

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Dr. Nassar and his staff are amazing. Would highly recommend.

- Patricia D

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The expertise and professionalism by Dr. Nasser and the true concern and caring for my situation was exemplary. The best experience I could of hoped to have dealing with my dental issue. Thank you Dr. Nasser and staff.

- John O

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Dr. Nasser and his staff were very friendly and took the time to explain to me the treatment I needed, review my finances, and answer any questions I had. The process was very smooth from start to finish and efficiency is a priority with this team. I would highly recommend visiting Dr. Nasser's office for your next root canal treatment.

- Melanie C

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Great doctor and easy procedure He explained everything very well

- Shannon L

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I was so scared to have my root canal done but Dr. Nasser put me at ease. He explained everything from start to finish. I never felt any pain which is unusual for me with any dental procedure. I will recommend Dr. Nasser to friends and family and i will return if I need a root canal again.

- Carrie G

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Dr. Nasser was very kind, patient and took the time to explain the procedure. He talked thru the process during the procedure letting me know where we were and how things were going. I never felt rushed and all of my questions were answered before the procedure and then after the procedure too. I appreciated a follow up call the next day. His staff was also kind and helpful with questions.

- Karen Y

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Like Night & Day: I ended up in Dr. Nasser's dental chair because I needed to have a root canal re-treated. It was done by another Endodontist a few months ago and the difference between Dr. Nasser and the other Endodontist is like night and day. The other Endodontist did not do a good job and even missed one of the 4 canals in my back molar tooth when she did the procedure. With Dr. Nasser's high tech equipment and powerful microscope, plus his 25 + years of experience doing root canals, he was able to find and treat that 4th canal, along with re-treating the other three canals. In addition, the other Endodontist was very rough. The injections to numb my mouth were very painful and she was, shall we say, very heavy handed. It was a white knuckling, painful experience from start to finish and in the end, it needed to be redone. Fortunately I found Dr. Thomas Nasser who came highly recommended by many other people I know who had root canals done by him. Every one told me, he was easy breezy and it turned out to be true. The whole procedure, even the novocain injections was painless. Dr. Nasser walks you thru it every step of the way. He explains everything very clearly, puts your mind at ease and has you in and out of the chair in no time. He's got a hi-tech dental office, which is what you want when you're being treated and he clearly is up to date on the latest dental techniques. Root canals should not be painful. Endodontists are there to end your pain and that is what Dr. Nasser did for me. I highly recommend him if you've got to have a root canal, he's the doctor you want!

- Marilyn M

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Dr. Nasser makes root canal a pleasant experience which is not easy to do!

- Ivan Ekhaus E

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Outstanding service!

- Becky B

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Totally painless from start to finish. If anyone has any fear of getting a root canal, then you must see Dr. Nasser. Everything was explained step by step as the procedure was being done and I was in and out in about an hour.

- Jan N

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Just a great experience (never thought I would say that about a root canal)! Easy to schedule, almost no pain and very efficient. Dr. Nasser has a wonderful chair-side disposition and kept me fully informed about what he was doing throughout.

- Joe K

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The master makes it painless and fast. But most importantly, superior work.

- Robert S

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I've had multiple root canals here and can honestly say I can't imagine a more pain free experience for such a treatment! Dr. Nasser is the best, explains things fully and really does a lot to make the experience positive and not stressful. I'd never even consider going to anyone else.

- Karen B

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Dr. Nasser was very kind and explained everything occurring during the procedure. I had virtually no pain. I am very grateful for his expertise. I recommend him highly.

- Aletha S

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I would highly recommend Dr. Nasser's office in every regard for services--informative, understanding, calming, thorough and meticulous. During the length of my visit I received 100% of Dr. Nasser's attention for the hour I was there.

- Dan B

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Painless experience

- Mark H

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Dr. Nassar moves with a steady quickness and before you know it, the procedure is complete. He communicates very effectly throughout, has a sense of humor and is simply put, is just really good at what he does. I won’t use anyone else in the event I need additional work completed in the future.

- Jeremy G

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I never thought a root canal would be a painless procedure but it was. Dr. Nasser put me at ease, talked me through the procedure and made sure I was comfortable. I am very happy I went to him for this procedure and wouldn't think twice about seeing him again. Actually I wouldn't think about going anywhere else.

- Matt M

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Can’t improve on any of the reviews...all are dead on. Especially nice that he personally calls the next day to check on you.

- Linda M

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Wonderful, so thankful that you took me in immediately as an emergency. No pain and relief.

- Annetta S

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It was actually sort of fun.

- Ann G

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I had a difficult root canal procedure in the morning. I have strange anatomy and my terrific dentist knew to stop and send me to a specialist. Dr. Nassar agreed that this was a difficult case and to make things worse, I had a crack in my tooth. I walked in, still numb from my morning appointment and Dr. Nassar scheduled me for that afternoon. I could not believe he got me in the same day. I had worked myself up over this tooth, which was so painful. He did a wonderful job and found all 4 of the roots. I was in no pain and he and his assistant Shelia are a well oiled machine. I was out within an hour. I will never worry about another root canal as long as I have Dr. Nassar to take care of me.

- Genan K

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