Endodontic treatment to relieve root canal pain

Gentle and Effective Care to Save Your Natural Tooth

What Is a Root Canal?

A root canal is a dental procedure used to treat infection or damage in the pulp, the soft tissue inside your tooth. When decay or injury reaches the pulp, it can cause severe pain, swelling, and even tooth loss if left untreated.

Root canal treatment involves gently cleaning out the infected or inflamed pulp, disinfecting the inside of the tooth, and sealing it to prevent future infection. This procedure helps relieve pain, preserve your natural tooth, and restore full function.

Signs You May Need a Root Canal:

  • Persistent or severe toothache

  • Swollen, tender, or painful gums

  • Sensitivity to hot or cold that lingers

  • Darkening or discoloration of a tooth

  • Pain when chewing or touching the tooth

At Peterson Family Dentistry, we use advanced techniques to make root canal therapy as comfortable and efficient as possible. If you're experiencing any of the symptoms above or have concerns about a specific tooth, we’re here to help.

Contact us today to schedule your evaluation and get relief from root canal pain.

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New Patient Specials

New Patient Exams
$125
No insurance? We offer a $125 Comprehensive New Patient Exam and X-Rays.

New patients only. Cannot be combined with insurance.

New Patient Exam & Healthy Mouth Cleaning
$199

No insurance? We offer a $199 Comprehensive New Patient Exam, X-Rays, and a Healthy Mouth Cleaning.

New patients only. Cannot be combined with insurance. Includes a Healthy Mouth Cleaning in the absence of periodontal disease.

Two Convenient Locations to Serve You

Peterson Family Dentistry
Ooltewah - Collegedale

Office Hours:

Monday - Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Peterson Family Dentistry
Chattanooga

Office Hours:

Monday - Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM