Root Canal Therapy, Sarasota FL

About Root Canals | Treatment | After Treatment | Cost | Reviews

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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 for 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,
  • 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.

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What is the treatment?

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.

What happens after treatment?

animated diagram of tooth before, during, and after root canal 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 difficulty, 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.

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.

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Sarasota Endodontics: Marineyda Oyola, DMD

5 out of 5 stars based on 156 Root Canal Therapy reviews

Patient Review by Karen W

Excellent service!

- Karen W

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Patient Review by Lee P

Everyone involved, from the time you walk in the door, makes you feel comfortable and confident you are in good hands and your outcome will be excellent!

- Lee P

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Patient Review by David H

Professional staff. Dr. Oyola did an amazing job. She explained everything and was efficient and sensitive to my needs. The staff made sure I understood all the details of the bill and had all the needed paperwork ready to go.

- David H

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Patient Review by Elise F

A root canal is never fun but this office and Dr. Oyola made it as pleasant of an experience as possible. The office and its equipment was modern and spotless. I would highly recommend this practice.

- Elise F

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Patient Review by Richard S

Everyone was caring, knowledgable and answered all questions and provided excellent follow-up.

- Richard S

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Patient Review by Terry R

Excellent care … could not ask for better.

- Terry R

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Patient Review by Marsha M

Everybody in the office is pleasant, friendly, and professional. Dr. Oyola’s skills are excellent and she certainly has the “personal touch”.

- Marsha M

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Patient Review by Dinah F

As a resident of Michigan vacationing in Florida. I was apprehensive scheduling a root canal with a new dentist. Fortunately, the entire process proved to be far easier than I imagined. The staff and Dr. Oyola were friendly, knowledgeable, and understanding. And what a beautiful new office they have with the latest technology. 5 STARS.

- Dinah F

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Patient Review by Nancy S

Dr. Oyola is the best! Highly skilled, knowledgable and friendly. She also has an Excellent Staff! Always friendly, professional and willing to help at any time!

- Nancy S

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Patient Review by Natascha E

Excellent job, thank you!

- Natascha E

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Patient Review by David B

My last root canal was 40 years ago - the technology has gotten so much better. Dr. Oyola and staff were professional and caring - I really appreciate them!

- David B

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Patient Review by Veronica M

This is the second time Dr. Oyola has done a root canal for me. She is gentle, careful and caring as is her entire staff.

- Veronica M

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Patient Review by Judith & Jack H

does not take my ins.

- Judith & Jack H

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Patient Review by Ken S

I was delighted with my original phone contact with the staff. I found them to be courteous, knowledgeable, and concerned. I was scheduled for the next morning at 8:00, because of my condition. The Doctor is a superior talent and throughout my root canal therapy, I wasn't disappointed by her attention to detail and the methods employed. I would not hesitate to recommend this practice to anyone whom I know. Overall, I would rate my experience with the staff and the Doctor as a 10 on a scale of 5.

- Ken S

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Patient Review by Kathleen H

I was very nervous about my procedure but Dr. Oyola made me feel very much at ease. When it was clear she was finished with my root canal, I couldn’t believe it was over and felt no pain during my procedure. I would highly recommend Dr. Oyola.

- Kathleen H

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Patient Review by David C

Very professional and competent. And even though they don't accept my insurance, the office staff helped me to submit the expense for reimbursement.

- David C

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Patient Review by Katie W

I am so impressed by this practice and doctor. The office was beautiful and clean (it even smelled lovely). The procedure took a couple of hours total, but I was made comfortable through all of it -- in fact, I fell asleep during the root canal!

- Katie W

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Patient Review by Ronda D

Very nice office with friendly and professional staff.

- Ronda D

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Patient Review by Jonathan P

I was pleased with my experience at Sarasota Endodontics. I had an infected tooth, that needed a root canal, and the care I received was excellent. A root Canal is not normally a pleasant experience, but this was, in every way possible, a good experience. I will return if or when i need additional services, and want to thank all the staff, and Dr. Oyola for excellent care. Thank you

- Jonathan P

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Patient Review by Pamela R

Everyone was exceptionally pleasant and personable. I felt like I was receiving the very best care from everyone, but especially Dr. Oyola. I don't care for root canals and have never liked a rubber dam, but I almost fell asleep during this procedure because I was so comfortable. I highly recommend Dr. Oyola!

- Pamela R

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