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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Great job! I didn't need the pain killer at all.
- Mary W
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I would recommend Dr. Cunningham highly to anyone who needs root canal therapy.
- James R
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Root canals can not get any better than this! Dr. Cunningham is gentle, considerate, and thorough, and make the entire procedure painless. I could hardly believe a painless root canal was possible, but it was a Dr. Cunningham's office. I even found myself chuckling to myself during the process thinking about a meme I looked at earlier. Scheduling the appointment and dealing with the insurance was a piece of cake thanks to Berna at the front desk. Overall, an excellent experience!
- Bob T
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jAMIE & DR. CUNNINGHAM WERE VERY GOOD. THEY EXPLAINED EVERYTHING THEY WERE DOING, AND WERE VERY EFFICIENT. I WOULD DEFINITELY GO TO HIM AGAIN IF I NEEDED TO.
- DIANNE C
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I rarely give out a 5 stars across the board, but this was a great experience. The entire staff was great! Dr. Cunningham was great as well. My care was flawless and pain free. I was amazed.
- Brayden C
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I had a root canal that became a two part procedure. I was able to get a tooth problem that had given me issues for better part of a decade resolved in a matter of two visits. Dr. Cunningham allowed me to use his pandora station as a distraction during my procedure, since mine phone battery was low. The attention to detail, professionalism, and expertise makes the office a go to choice for future visits. I will be recommending Dr. Cunningham to anyone looking.
- Margeaux S
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Very friendly. Very professional. Very reasonable.
- Bill C
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Dr Cunningham is a kind and compassionate dentist with skilled dental hands. Explains steps as he progresses with a root canal. Absolutely no pain and would have no apprehension in returning for any type of procedure.
- Annete H
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Absolutely excellent care from start to finish. It is rare to find such high quality service. With something as sensitive as a root canal with an abscess; I felt very confident in Dr. Cunningham and his staff. They all genuinely care about their patients. I can’t say enough good things about my experience with them.
- Beth S
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Very fast and informative
- Jed M
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Great staff with a friendly environment. Would definitely recommend this doctor for any procedure he offers. I have never been able to get numb on first attempt but he did it first time. Good guy that seems to care about his staff.
- Michael M
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The staff was courteous, knowledgeable and friendly. The doctor and technicians explained everything and helped put me at ease. They were professional and kind.
- Patricia I
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He is very good applying anesthesia you barely feel anything.
- Maria S
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I always have a problem with getting numb no matter how much Novocaine is used. He is the only person who has ever successfully numbed me in a way that I couldn't feel it. It was a great visit.
- Carrie P
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Very nice!
- Janice R
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The cleanest exam I have ever had in my life. I would love for my primary dentist to use that mouth covering, my tongue seems to have a mind of its own and tends to move toward whatever enters my mouth. Dr. Cunningham and his assistants were very gentle. I’ve already told coworkers of mine if they ever need a root canal that Dr. Cunningham is highly recommended by me, and that’s saying a lot since I fear going to the dentist. The office staff is also very friendly. Thank you for taking good care of me.
- Katherine J
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The staff were pleasant and helpful. Dr. Cunningham is very nice and provides detailed information regarding the procedure.
- Carol H
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No pain after root canal
- Michael S
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Successful procedure. Good experience.
- Patricia T
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Excellent experience, super nice people. Dr. Cunningham came recommended, and I would highly recommend him to anyone in need of a root canal or endodontic procedure
- Gaylen D