Root Canal Therapy
Root canals might have a bad reputation, but they can you patients out of pain and save the tooth. Dr. Parsa has an instrument to freeze the tooth more directly.
Your Comfortable Choice for Root Canals in Airdrie
Root Canals in Airdrie
It’s a common belief that root canals are painful, but with the proper medication and treatment, root canals can be as pain-free as a filling. At Yankee Valley Dental, we do our best to ensure your Airdrie root canal is as comfortable as possible.
A root canal can be the difference between keeping your natural tooth and having to pull it out, so it is important to get it done properly. If you have a tooth that is badly decayed, damaged or infected a root canal may repair and save your tooth, thereby reducing the pain and restoring your tooth to functioning normally.
What is a Root Canal?
The enamel, the outer most layer of your tooth, is very hard. The next layer is the dentin and in the very centre of the tooth is the pulp, where you find nerves, blood vessels and soft tissue. If the pulp becomes inflamed or infected, you will likely need a root canal. During a root canal procedure, the nerve and pulp are removed and the inside of the tooth is cleaned and filled.
We offer dentistry to patients of all ages, putting the utmost importance in the quality of work that we provide.
If you don’t get the infection fixed, the tissue can become inflamed and abscesses may form (a pocket of pus around the root). An abscess does not heal itself and if not looked at by a dentist can spread to your jaw, neck and head. If you have significant pain or notice swelling in your cheek, jaw or throat you should seek immediate treatment.
Get rid of the pain, save your tooth and get it back to looking and working normally with an Airdrie root canal with Yankee Valley Dental.
What You Need to Know
Some signs that you may need a root canal include: pain or a toothache, pain when you chew or put pressure on the tooth, extreme sensitivity to hot or cold, headaches, pain in your jaw, pressure in your sinuses.
On occasion, you may not have symptoms, which is why regular check-ups with your dentist are important. Tooth pain doesn’t always need root canal treatment, it could be a sign of dental recession, problems with the jaw joint, sinus congestion or gum disease.
Some instances a root canal might not be the best solution for your issue. For example:
The tooth has lost too much structure due to a cavity and is not repairable
The tooth has had too much bone loss due to periodontal (gum) disease
If a root canal is not an option, Dr. Parsa will discuss other options for you, such as a dental implant , bridge or partial dentures.
Dr. Parsa will sit down with you to discuss the procedures and use photos and x-rays of your tooth to explain your dental situation. Root canal treatment are typically done in one appointment.
After root canal treatment, your tooth may be tender for the first week or two, but the pain is easily managed with pain prescriptions and altering your eating habits for a brief time (like don’t eat hard candy!).
Have More Questions?
At Yankee Valley Dental, we want to ensure you walk into your dental appointment feeling confident. Our frequently asked questions include information on our dental services, our office values and helpful tips on how you can keep your mouth healthy. If you have any further questions or just feel more comfortable speaking with our team, please give us a call at 403-980-5588
At Yankee Valley, we want your visit to have no surprises.
View our frequently asked questions.
Why Choose Our Airdrie Dental Clinic?
We follow the 2018 Alberta Dentists Fee guide, making dental treatment more affordable for our patients. Our office offers direct insurance billing, which means that at the end of your appointment, you are only responsible for paying the part of the treatment that your dental insurance is not covering.
We never want there to be surprises for our patients. Our friendly staff will help you look into your dental insurance plan to better understand your dental coverage prior to treatment.
We also understand that life is busy, and that taking time off work is not always an option. We have evening and weekend hours to accommodate patients after work and school.
Dr. Parsa will always give out her personal phone number after extractions, dental implants, or root canal therapy.
Dr. Parsa wants her patients to be able to get a hold of her if there is even small a chance that they will be in pain over the weekend. At Yankee Valley Dental, we want to ensure that our patients are never left without the care of a dental professional.
Emergencies can have bad timing! We are one of the few offices that are open on long weekends. We close for statutory holidays such a New Year’s Day and Good Friday. We will endeavour to be open on every Saturday including long weekends, as the majority of other offices in town will be closed.
Your comfort is our priority. We have patient neck pillows and blankets so that you can get your dental work done comfortably.
Payment Plans
We understand that dental treatment can be expensive. Some treatments are not immediately affordable. We have joined a service, Health Smart, that allows our patents to get the treatment that they need, and make payment plans in ways that make them comfortable.
With Health Smart you can find out if you qualify for financing within minutes. Dr. Parsa and her team will guide you in the application process
Up to Date Knowledge
Dr. Parsa is a huge fan of continuing education, and also taught at the University of British Columbia prior to moving to Alberta. She has been part of multiple study groups, and always consulting with colleagues and specialists in her field to discuss the latest technology
If you have a dental related question, Dr. Parsa is often happy to come to the phone to give you an answer!
Convenient Hours
We understand that taking time off work is not an option for most of our patients. This is why we have appointments available during evenings and weekends. At Yankee Valley Dental, if you need to be seen outside of office hours, Dr. Parsa and her team will do their best to accommodate you.
Monday & Wednesday
9am – 5pm
Tuesday & Thursday
9am – 7pm
Friday & Saturday
9am – 3pm
Sunday Closed
Compassionate Team
Dr. Parsa took her time in picking her team members, and truly believes that she has her dream team! Every team member, while having their own specific strengths, shares the common trait of being caring and compassionate. They are all here to welcome you to the office.
You will notice the kindness of our staff members from the moment that you call us!
Service For All Ages
Dr. Parsa would love to be the dentist for your entire family. She loves kids as she has a little one of her own, and experienced with seniors as she has worked in demographics where she served a lot of older patients.
We hope to help you with all your dental needs and reduce the number of office that you need to travel to.
Dr. Parsa will do a very comprehensive new patient exam, which includes checking the patient’s temporomandibular joints, muscles, lymph nodes, tonsils and the thyroid gland among others. If there is a lot to be discussed, Dr. Parsa offers a complimentary consult appointment to go over the findings. The consultation appointment is only for patients who would like further information and entirely optional!
We have a train set in the reception area which is a huge hit with our pediatric patients! We have televisions in each operatory your little ones can be watching Disney Movies while you are getting your dental work done, or simply colouring in our colouring books
Testimonial of Our Service
I saw Dr. Parsa to get my wisdom teeth removed when she was working in Calgary. I had been told by another general dentist that I have to see the specialist to get them out but put it off because it was hundreds of dollars just for the consultation. I was in soooo much pain when I saw Dr. Parsa and was so relieved when she was able to take them out for me. It saved me a lot of money since my insurance covered her fees. I also had sedation since I was really nervous about the procedure and don’t think I could have gone through it without. So grateful that she was able to help me out. I highly recommended Dr. Parsa anyone looking for a dentist!
Testimonial of Our Service
Dr. Camelia is one of the most caring people I know! She is very knowledgeable in dentistry, always takes time to listen, is gentle and kind. She pays close attention and is meticulous in her work, I am so blessed to have found her, both as a dentist and friend. I look forward to our appointments which is something I have never done with past dentists! I highly recommend her!
Did You Know?
At Yankee Valley Dental you can get your dental implants done from start to finish. This includes the implant placement and the crown/bridge that goes overtop. We also work with our local denturist to do implant supported dentures.
Need a Consultation?
At Yankee Valley Dental we understand dental work can make you feel uneasy. You may not know what type of dental service you need. Dr. Parsa is happy to offer consultation to review and discuss any concerns or dental needs.
We also offer payment plans so that bigger treatments can be affordable for you.
