Root Canal Therapy in Beverly Hills, CA
Root Canal Treatment Near You

Unfortunately, most people will need a root canal at some point. This procedure involves removing the pulp at the center of the tooth and root when the pulp becomes infected or inflamed. This pulp is necessary while a tooth is forming but becomes unnecessary to the health and growth of your tooth once it has matured. Unfortunately, if the pulp becomes infected or damaged, a root canal is needed to remove the infected pulp and save the tooth and root. The pulp can become infected in any number of ways, and due to the limited blood supply to the tooth, antibiotics are rarely, if ever, effective at healing infected pulp. The most common cause of infection is untreated cavities.

If the bacteria that causes the cavity can spread throughout your tooth, it will eventually spread to the pulp. If the bacteria is left to fester, the tooth can subsequently be lost, as infections inside the tooth cannot be treated with antibiotics due to a lack of blood supply. This is why getting root canal therapy in Beverly Hills, California, is essential when needed! A few hours in the chair can save you years of discomfort and embarrassment from a lost tooth!

Why Might I Need a Root Canal?
If you have had unusually sharp or intense pain with a tooth or teeth, heightened sensitivity, or recently cracked or broken a tooth, you will likely need a root canal. When being evaluated for a root canal near you, Dr. Parsa T. Zadeh will manually take dental X-rays of your mouth and feel around the tooth, using warm and cold substances to test the tooth's sensitivity. If unsure whether you need a root canal, Dr. Zadeh may use an electric pulp tester to shock the pulp to see if it is alive. This does not hurt but does cause a tingling sensation. This process cannot be used if you have a cardiac pacemaker or an electronic life-support device, so disclose any relevant information to the dentist before undergoing treatment or evaluation.

If you are experiencing any of the following, call Dr. Zadeh for a consultation:
  • Prolonged and heightened sensitivity to hot and cold.
  • Moderate to intense pain when chewing, talking, applying pressure, or resting.
  • Severe toothache.
  • Discoloration or darkening of the tooth.
  • Swelling of the gums near the tooth or persistent pimples on the gums near the tooth.
Root Canal Treatment Process

A mild infection may need only one visit to complete the root canal therapy. Still, teeth that are awkwardly placed, or where the disease has spread to the tooth itself, may require several visits to ensure the infection is completely gone. After your procedure, a crown or filling will be used to restore your tooth.


When you get a root canal in Beverly Hills, the dentist will drill into your tooth with a specialized tool to help remove the infected tissue. This drill-like utensil removes and cleanses the infected pulp and other tissues, causing pain and sensitivity. While it may feel strange or uncomfortable, it will be over fairly quickly.



Fortunately, the material inside the tooth is unnecessary after you reach adulthood, so there is little risk of complications from removing the pulp. After the interior of your tooth is cleared of bacteria, infected tissue, and decay, you will either have a crown or filling placed to protect the tooth, depending on the size of the drill site.



During the entire process, your mouth will be numbed so that you will never feel anything beyond the dentist working. You may be given full sedation if the process is considered lengthier or more extensive than average. As with any treatment that Dr. Zadeh will offer sedation dentistry as well as other relaxation and anxiety-relieving options for the nervous patient.



After a little while, you will return for a checkup to ensure the infection has cleared out and everything is looking better. Then, you will be given a permanent crown if you have a temporary place.

Does a Root Canal Hurt?

As far as a root canal, did it need to be painful? This is not the case anymore. Dentists have worked hard to reduce the amount of pain and discomfort that may occur during a root canal with great success. While the procedure is never something that will ever be described as fun or pleasant, a root canal in Beverly Hills does not have to hurt.

What Happens After Root Canal Treatment?

After the process, your tooth will be sore for several days. This is normal and will dissipate within a week. Dr. Zadeh will inform you if you should take over-the-counter pain relievers or will prescribe you something more substantial if he sees the need for it. Of course, we always recommend the lowest-strength pain reliever that accommodates your comfort.



If you need a root canal treatment near you that has not yet been treated, please call us at 310-273-2020. Our dentist and team will gladly discuss fillings and root canals with you.

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