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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Excellent staff and very skilled Edodontist!
- Jennie M
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Jamie was very calming and she and Dr. Cunningham described the process in as much detail as I wanted. The procedure went much faster than I was expecting. I appreciated that they were cautious and decided to treat the tooth with stronger antibiotics before finishing the procedure in two weeks. So far I feel like they made the whole process as painless as a root canal can be.
- Anna D
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I am a dental phobic and this was my best experience!! I didn't feel a thing and the staff from my first phone call to my procedure and check out was amazing - professional and caring. Thank you so much.
- Nancy L
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This was the best dental experience I have ever had! Everyone was so kind and informative. I had been in pain for a week, was a new patient and going out of town for 2 weeks, they fit me in within 24 hours. Dr. Cunningham is very patient and gentle, I felt the slight sting of the shot to numb the area but NO pain during the procedure. I was sore for 2 days but not in pain. I would recommend Dr. Cunningham and his staff to everyone! I wanted to hug everyone in the office when I left!
- KIM T
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Root canals are not fun. That being said, Dr. Kevin and his staff made my root canal as fun as they possibly could. Dr. Kevin made sure my filling matched my dress and that attention to detail is really all I can ask for.
- Kelisen B
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Despite having to get a root canal it was a very pleasant experience.
- Julie B
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First time root canal. Everyone made it an easy process. Hope I never need another one, but if I do, I know where I’m going.
- Shawn K
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Dr Cumningham has done a couple of root canals for me. He and his staff are all great to work with. I would highly recommend him.
- Judy S
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I highly recommend his office, Dr. Cunningham was so easy to understand and communicate with, I so appreciated it.
- Carla T
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As a health care provider myself I always pay attention to the care I am getting in another doctors office. The staff and Dr. Cunningham certainly met my high expectations. Actually they exceeded them. Dental pain is no fun and they bent over backwards to get me comfortable in a very short period of time.
- Mark H
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Friendly, professional, caring, courteous
- Carol D
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Kind, thoroughly explained everything, patient . . . Overall, a great experience.
- Joseph O
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Root canal went very well. I knew what to expect and doing much better after the procedure.
- Dennis C
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Was impressed from office staff to Doctor and his assistant.Before appointment they told me what cost would be.No waiting time,actually got in before appointment time.Everything was explained before they did it
- Bill T
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Dr Cunningham and his whole staff made my root canal a much more comfortable procedure than I would ever have expected. They kept me informed throughout the entire process and answered all of my questions. Overall, simple one of the dental experiences I’ve ever had.
- Brett Z
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I would definitely go back to be treated by Dr. Cunningham in the future. I had a very positive experience.
- Janet Y
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Everyone at the office was great. Doctor and staff were professional and friendly. I hope to never go back (really who wants a root canal) but if I ever need care again, I will return.
- Amanda L
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Professional, warm, relaxed, high tech, gentle, and no pain during or after. Best root canal care ever!!
- Tracy B
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Kristine and Dr. Cunningham were great. They walked me through everything, ensured I was comfortable throughout the entire process, and provided great home care instructions. The entire staff was wonderful and I have already recommended them to a friend.
- Sara R
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I was honestly terrified because I had heard horror stories about having a root canal. I can happily say that I had nothing to fear. The staff immediately put me at ease and the procedure was almost painless. Dr Cunningham and his staff do an amazing job. No one wants a root canal, but if you have to have one, I highly recommend Dr. Cunningham!
- Elizabeth E