Root Canal Therapy in Peoria & Galesburg IL
What is a root canal?
A root canal is one of the most common dental procedures performed, well over 14 million times 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 a Root Canal
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.
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 root canal 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.
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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. In addition, we will provide nitrous oxide analgesia, if indicated. You will be able to drive home after your treatment, and you probably will be comfortable returning to your normal routine.
Healthy Tooth
Tooth Anatomy
Inflammation
Cleaned Canals
Filling Placed
Healed Tooth
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.
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.
Midwest Endodontic Specialists LTD
Patient Review By Katie P
I have to say I was terrified about getting a root canal done. From start to finish, the process was painless, easy and I was out in an hour. This could not have been a better experience.
- Katie P
Patient Review By Bill T
I was referred to Dr. Benjamin by my dentist for a painful infection under an old crowned molar. He was able to get me in ASAP in less than 20 hrs. For which I am especially grateful. He was able to remove the infected area and put in a temporary filling while we waited for the antibiotics to heal the effected tissue. On my return visit he completed a root canal on the tooth. His shots to numb my mouth were so well done. Only a very little bit of pain. When he finished, Stephen took the time to explain the x-rays and what he had done. They are such great hosts, They had sodas in the waiting room and Amber his dental assistant was ready to set up the channel on the ceiling TV so I could watch it while he was working on my teeth. I ended up being relaxed enough that I was able to getting a very little nap while Stephen was finishing working on my tooth. (That was a first ever for me in a dental chair) Denise at the front desk was great with explaining follow up directions and my payment by credit card. Thank you DR. Stephen, and Amber, and Denise. It was well done.
- Bill T
Patient Review By Robert O
This was my first time with having anything done like this and i was a bit nervous,but the staff were there the make you feel as comfortable as possible,and they did a Great job of that! Everything went way better than expected and they were all very professional.I would sure go right back to this place again and not even consider going anywhere else.It ended up not being as bad as i thought it was going to be. These people are great at what they do,,,Im so happy,Robert ODay
- Robert O
Patient Review By Nathan S
The whole team did fantastic. Jamie and Nikki and Dr. Fabien are a great team. From start finish it was a great experience for a bad situation. No one enjoys a root canal but this team was great to work with and is a huge asset to our community!
- Nathan S
Patient Review
Surprisingly, root canal procedure was performed efficiently and done in less than an hour! My last root canal, not done by this doctor, felt like it took forever! I was very pleased overall!
- Anonymous
Patient Review By Crystal C
From my initial phone call to schedule my consult to the day I went in for my procedure, the overall experience was excellent! The staff was professional, personable, friendly and timely. Dr. Fabion was friendly, patient, explained everything well and answered my questions without rushing me. The day of the procedure went smooth, efficient and was painless! I would highly recommend Midwest Endodontic Specialists to anyone looking for a place the truly knows what they are doing and also cares about their patients!
- Crystal C
Patient Review By Jari C
You all made this experience positive and painless! Thank you!
- Jari C
Patient Review By Shawtae W
I didn't have to wait for a week to be seen by another specialists office because Midwest Endodontic made time for me the very next day after my dentist referral appointment. I was in so much pain and very nervous about the procedure. The entire staff was friendly when I walked in. Nikki was great with scheduling and checking me out! Dr. Fabian and his assistant Jamie did an exceptional job at my root canal and being patient with me until I was all numb and no longer nervous. I was so relaxed and pain-free that I started to take a nap during the 45 minute procedure. Thank you, thank you!!
- Shawtae W
Patient Review By Jean L
Dr. Benjamin did an excellent job! I was very scared and nervous to have this procedure done, but he took excellent care of me. I highly recommend him!
- Jean L
Patient Review By Gary M
This is my 3rd visit to Midwest Endodontic. Dr.Fabian is very skilled, patient person and cares about his patients and there well being. As a person who has high anxiety about dentists in general he and his asst Jamie made me feel at ease during my root canal. They took into consideration my anxiety and gag reflexes and provided me with music playing on headphones and with aroma therapy to ease my mind. Jamie was very good at keeping me calm and asking if I was ok , thank you so much for that. Nikki at front is very good as well ,getting your payment and taking time to go over instructions for after I get home. Thank you all so much.
- Gary M
Patient Review By Dan A
I came in as an emergency on a Monday morning, Nikki at the front desk quickly had me all signed in and ready to go. I only waited a few minutes when I was called back and Jamie got me ready for Dr. Benjamin. Dr. quickly made a diagnosis and about an hour or so later the root canal was done and my pain was gone. I don't have enough good things to say about my entire experience.
- Dan A
Patient Review By Deborah B
Dr Benjamin was very thorough explaining the procedure. I felt very little discomfort during. Tabitha was very patient and I felt in good hands with the team. Denise was top-notch at the front desk.
- Deborah B
Patient Review By Craig G
One thing we don’t hear from others is, “My root canal was painless”. Dr. Fabian made my visit the best experience I have ever had during a root canal. Prior to starting he explained everything that he was preparing to do and once he finished, he reviewed his work using my x-ray to show me the details. His assistant Kili was very polite and made sure I was comfortable. After finishing up Nikki at the front reviewed and explained my therapy instructions. What a great team. Thank you so much!
- Craig G
Patient Review By Patricia E
Overall, I was most pleased with everyone at Midwest Endodontics. When I returned home I was talking with my neighbor as to where I had been and come to find out he had been there and how impressed he had been with Dr. Benjamin and his staff. And this is a man who never sings the praises of anyone in the professional arena! When it comes to pain and overall nervousness associated with dentistry and their associates, I am the biggest wimp! But as soon as I stepped into the office I was greeted and made to feel welcome. And my nerves subsided quickly! Thank you to Dr. Benjamin and all of your staff, Jamie and Nikki you all deserve kudos!!!
- Patricia E
Patient Review By Jenny S
I’m so thankful for Dr Fabian and his staff! My experience was completely painless. The front desk staff is courteous and knowledgeable about insurance and billing. Nobody ever wants to get a root canal, but they make it easy.
- Jenny S
Patient Review By Amy D
I can’t thank Dr. Benjamin and the ladies of the practice enough for the care and concern shown me during my root canal procedure. I felt no pain whatsoever, everything was explained to me in a way I could understand.
- Amy D
Patient Review By Thoma M
Dr. Hosein and team were very positive, responsive, and supportive from time appointment was scheduled, tooth was evaluated, and root canal was completed on an incredibly difficult-to-access tooth. Based on previous experiences with other root canal procedures, I was anxious and skeptical going in. The procedure and followup suggestions were amazingly easy (for me, not the dental team) and pain free. Grateful to have been recommended here.
- Thoma M
Patient Review By Kathy V
Fast, efficient and professional . Made me very comfortable and let me know when we were towards the end of procedure.
- Kathy V
Patient Review By Ellen B
Dr. Fabian is a highly-skilled professional. I was nervous before the root canal because my root has a curl. He did a wonderful job, quickly with minimal discomfort. I'm so grateful to not be in constant pain any more! The procedure went very smoothly and the recovery has been easy.
- Ellen B
Patient Review By Kerrie
Dr. Fabian and his assistant Tabetha were wonderful. Dr. Fabian explained everything very clearly and the root canal went smoothly. Nikki at the front desk was very accommodating and nice to work with. I would definitely recommend them to anyone.
- Kerrie