Root Canal Treatment, Kansas City MO

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 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 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. Stamos and Dr. Edwards use local anesthesia to eliminate discomfort. You will be able to drive home after your treatment, and you probably will be comfortable returning to your normal routine.

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Healthy Tooth
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Tooth Anatomy
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Inflammation
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Cleaned Canals
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Filling Placed
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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.

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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.

 
 

Creekwood Endodontics

5 out of 5 stars based on 46 Root Canal reviews

Patient Review by Dean W

I just completed another positive experience with the Creekwood Endodontic Park Hill office, in KC, MO. Dr. Kate Edward's office staff were excellent and well prepared to help with any insurance questions, and needed appointments. They were also very friendly and showed kindness and concern for my dental situation. My root canal procedure was completed in an expeditious manner without pain or problems. They called the following day to make sure everything was OK. If one ever needs root canal care, then I believe this is the office for you.

- Dean W

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Patient Review by Harley C

I was a same day work in and felt very welcomed. Not only were they able to diagnose my issue but they were able to perform my procedure during the same work in visit. Fantastic patient care and great customer service! Would definitely refer family and friends to this office!

- Harley C

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Patient Review by Susan B

Dr. Edwards is amazing. She did a wonderful job on a challenging root canal. I would give her a very high recommendation!

- Susan B

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Patient Review by Taylor B

Fast, friendly, good conversation

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Patient Review by Danny K

Was very pleased with staff and especially the way treatment given. Calmed a very painful nervous issue. Dr. and staff so respectful and kind. Will definitely recommend to friends & family

- Danny K

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Patient Review by ELL S

Dr. Stamos is a pain free doctor with wonderful chair side manners. I highly recommend him.

- ELL S

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Patient Review by Jessica P

Thank you for being kind and funny. I appreciate you explaining everything to me before hand.

- Jessica P

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Patient Review by Sal M

Very professional. Felt comfortable. Great advise.

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Patient Review by Jennifer H

Everyone was nice

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Patient Review by TONI W

I am such a baby when it comes to the dentist. Dr Stamos and Nancy were so patient with me - I can’t express how awesome they were. I will definitely use them again. Office staff was so sweet and efficient.

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Patient Review by Gregory scantlebury M

Great job

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Patient Review by Janice M

From start to finish I felt comfortable and that's a big deal when getting a root canal!

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Patient Review by Randall E

Great experience!

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Patient Review by EDWIN K

GREAT EXPERIENCE

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Patient Review by ALTA F

THE STAFF, NURSE AND DOCTOR WERE VERY NICE AND FRIENDLY. I WAS VERY NERVOUS AND THEY MADE ME FEEL COMFORTABLE AND AT EASE. I LIKED THE WAY THEY WERE TOOK EXTRA TIME TO EXPLAIN MY PROCEDURES AND EXRAYS. THEY SHOWED THAT THEY CARED ABOUT ME AND WANTED TO HELP FIX THE PROBLEMS

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Patient Review by Stephanie B

Very appreciative of the staff and doctor who made this an easy experience!

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Patient Review by Ginger H

I was informed of what was happening and the atmosphere was relaxed.

- Ginger H

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Patient Review by Erin M

Dr. Stamos was wonderful, he kept me very calm and explained every step of the procedure.

- Erin M

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Patient Review by Robin R

Very friendly staff. The doctor explained everything that he was going to do prior to procedure and then updated me during the process.

- Robin R

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Patient Review by Jeff N

Great place

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