Our Clients Trust Jay B Wettstein General & Cosmetic Dentistry
Relieve your tooth pain and save your natural smile with root canal treatment at Jay B Wettstein General & Cosmetic Dentistry. Located in Ontario, OR, our practice offers fast, comfortable endodontic care thanks to advanced technology and Dr. Wettstein’s skilled, gentle approach. If you’re experiencing persistent tooth pain, swelling, or sensitivity, we can help restore your oral health quickly and effectively.
We provide comprehensive root canal treatment designed to address pulp infection or inflammation:
Do you have any of the following symptoms?
If you answered yes to any of the above, you might need a root canal. Please call and schedule for an evaluation, then after our clinical exam and/or x-ray, we can make recommendations.
Be aware not all teeth that are in need of root canal therapy will cause pain. It is possible to be pain-free and still need a root canal.
With modern techniques and varied local anesthetic solutions it is rare to have any sensation in the tooth during treatment. For the first few days after treatment, It is normal for your tooth to be sensitive to biting. This discomfort can be relieved with over-the-counter or prescription medications in order to control normal post-treatment discomfort.
In most cases the discomfort will subside dramatically within the first 24-48 hours. Any sensitivity to cold, hot or even breathing air “in” will be gone after your visit. Nevertheless, you may experience mild discomfort to pressure that could last for several days after treatment. Taking over-the-counter anti-inflammatory analgesics such as ibuprofen (aka Advil, Motrin), naproxen (aka Aleve) or aspirin (aka Excedrin) usually relieves this discomfort.
The most common predictor of post-treatment pain is pre-treatment pain. If the tooth is already hurting the root canal procedure will remove the cause and allow healing to begin. During the first 72 – 96 hours we will prescribe an analgesic regimen that should allow you to begin healing pain-free.
You may experience tenderness to touch, bite, tapping or chewing on the tooth. It is always best to chew on the other side until a permanent restoration replaces the temporary restoration.
Simply removing a diseased tooth seems like an easy solution, but it can lead to other problems. For instance, drifting of teeth, bite problems, TMJ discomfort, and the need to treat adjacent teeth that do not otherwise need dental treatment in order to restore the missing tooth. No matter how effective modern tooth replacements are – and they can be very effective – nothing is a good as your natural tooth.
We accept most dental insurance plans and handle claims for you. Flexible payment plans, including CareCredit and cash discounts, are available.
Don’t let tooth pain disrupt your life—root canal therapy can bring fast, lasting relief. Our team is here to make your treatment as comfortable as possible from start to finish. Schedule your visit with Dr. Wettstein today and take the first step toward restoring your oral health. Call 541‑889‑6666 to book your appointment.
