Root Canal Treatment in Lenexa
What is a root canal? | What happens after treatment? | How much will a root canal cost? | Patient Reviews
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 the 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 treatment to eliminate the diseased pulp. This injured pulp is removed and the root canal system is thoroughly cleaned and sealed. Root canal 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. Dr. Cunningham uses 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.
Don’t Suffer From Tooth Pain Any Longer!
Pain in your tooth or gums may be a symptom of infected pulp. Dr. Cunningham can perform a Root Canal to treat the infected pulp, relieve pain, and save your natural teeth!
Healthy Tooth
Tooth Anatomy
Inflammation
Cleaned Canals
Filling Placed
Healed 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.
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 a root canal cost?
The cost associated with root canals 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.
Don’t Suffer From Tooth Pain Any Longer!
Pain in your tooth or gums may be a symptom of infected pulp. Dr. Cunningham can perform a Root Canal to treat the infected pulp, relieve pain, and save your natural teeth!
Read our Reviews below to find out why patients consistently choose Dr. Cunningham for all of their Endodontic needs!
Kevin P. Cunningham, DDS, LLC
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Professional and provided clear answers to questions
- Duane B
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Very easy to schedule. Excellent service from Dr. Cunningham, dental assistant, and staff.
- Jerry P
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Make Dr. Cunningham your endodontist. He is 100% in practice for the patients. He listens to ensure appropriate treatment. His skills and techniques are superior. Contact him and know your oral health will improve.
- Monica S
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Very professional and polite
- Gloria B
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So happy I went here! Everyone was more than friendly and helpful.
- Alexa B
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Dr Cunningham and his staff do a wonderful job with all aspects of the visit…. Highly recommend him for services!
- Ruth C
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For a Dentist Dr Cunningham was very gentle. Explained every step of process in understandable plan language.
- Steven P
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Painless
- Ben Y
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Very nice not my first root canal would definitely refer
- Christy D
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Hope I never need another root canal, but if so, I will definitely return to this office. Great location and comradery between the staff. Everyone made me feel relaxed and at ease.
- Jennifer W
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I had a a previous root canal by my dentist and had to go back for severe infection and another root canal and lance of my upper gums to drain infection and they sealed it leaving a isthmus that was infected, I then went to Mr Cunningham who found it and corrected it with yet another root canal. Needless to say his professionalism solved a very expensive and long term time spent in severe pain. Very personable and professional in every way!
- Danny S
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I have already given my sister a recommendation to Dr. Cunningham! The staff are so friendly and welcoming. I had zero wait time and Dr. Cunningham was also very personable. They asked about my comfort and needs on multiple occasions. Excellent experience!
- Amber F
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What a relief that I could get my root canal scheduled the day after I called! In and out of the office in under an hour. No pain during the procedure at all and I appreciated all of the mouth protection to make the procedure as comfortable as possible. I had minimal soreness for the next 24-hours. Thank you for the safe and complete procedure. I highly recommend this practice!
- STEPHANIE H
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Dr. Cunningham and his staff were thoroughly professional, courteous and efficient. They made having a root canal almost a walk in the park. In just over an hour my procedure was complete and I left to enjoy the rest of my day and yes I said “enjoy”. I will return if another need arrives.
- Mary M
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I was so nervous going in, and it couldn't have gone better. Dr Cunningham explained everything and put my mind to rest. Procedure wasn't bad at all. I will go back if necessary and refer friends and family. A+++
- Jennifer D
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scheduled root canal appointment at 7:15am. Was out the door at 8:15am. as little discomfort as is possible with this type of procudure. I felt so calm and relaxed, I knew I was in good hands. hours later I feel barely any discomfort at all. Absolutely DO NOT HESITATE to choose THIS OFFICE for your root canal. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR OUTSTANDING CARE!!
- Amy W
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Very Friendly.. Very informative .. Very Painless…
- Lisa S
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Smooth procedure..painless and during the roughly one hour I napped twice.
- Paul R
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I feel so comfortable at the office. The staff is Awesome. Dr. Cunningham is Amazing. I don't feel no pain!!!🥰
- Tracy E
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I was extremely anxious to get the root canal after being in so much pain left by my dentist after my filling and everyone was amazing and so nice. Birdie really helped me out with my concerns regarding my insurance. I left feeling like a weight has been lifted off my shoulders after weeks of pain. Thank you guys so much! Sorry if I was annoying and asking so many questions lol
- Erin E