Save Your Natural Tooth
Immediate Relief from Dental Pain
Despite outdated myths, a modern root canal is not something to fear—it is the ultimate solution for relieving severe tooth pain and saving a tooth that would otherwise need to be extracted.
When the inner pulp of a tooth becomes inflamed or infected due to deep decay, repeated procedures, or a crack, it can cause excruciating discomfort. At Rittenhouse Smiles, we utilize advanced rotary endodontics and highly precise local anesthesia to carefully clear the infection. In our relaxing Center City office, a root canal feels no more invasive than receiving a standard dental filling.
Why Root Canal Therapy?
Preserving Your Natural Smile
Extracting a tooth is always our last resort. Losing a natural tooth can lead to bone loss, shifting of adjacent teeth, and complex restorative needs. Root canal therapy eliminates the infection while maintaining the structural foundation of your smile.
Eradicate Infection
The procedure completely removes the inflamed or infected pulp tissue from inside the tooth, instantly eliminating the source of your pain and preventing the bacteria from spreading to surrounding bone or tissue.
Advanced, Gentle Care
Thanks to modern endodontic techniques and highly effective localized anesthesia, patients report that the procedure is highly comfortable and feels very similar to having a routine cavity filled.
Efficient & Precise
Using specialized, highly flexible rotary instruments, Dr. Cronin is able to clean and shape the complex root canals much faster and more thoroughly than traditional manual methods allow.
The Rittenhouse Protocol
A Seamless, Stress-Free Procedure
We have optimized every step of our endodontic process to ensure your total relaxation and a predictable, successful clinical outcome.
- Advanced Diagnostics: We utilize high-resolution digital imaging to map the exact shape and curvature of your root canals, ensuring no area is overlooked before treatment begins.
- Profound Numbness: Your comfort is guaranteed. We administer specialized localized anesthesia, verifying that the tooth and surrounding tissues are completely numb before proceeding.
- Careful Extraction: Dr. Cronin accesses the inner chamber of the tooth to meticulously remove the damaged nerve tissue and bacteria, completely sterilizing the canals.
- Sealing & Restoration: The empty canals are filled with a biocompatible material called gutta-percha. In most cases, a custom dental crown is then placed over the tooth to restore its full biting strength and appearance.
The New Patient Experience
Welcome to Your New Dental Home
Experience the standard of care you deserve. Schedule your comprehensive examination today.
