The Procedure
What Does Root Canal Therapy
Treat, and Does It Hurt
in Calgary?
Root canal therapy removes infected or inflamed pulp tissue from inside the tooth, cleans and shapes the root canals, and seals them to prevent reinfection. Modern techniques and local anaesthesia make the procedure no more uncomfortable than a routine filling. Most patients feel immediate relief from the throbbing pain that brought them in, and the treated tooth can last a lifetime with proper care.
Step by Step
What Are the Steps of a
Root Canal Procedure
in Calgary?
Diagnosis & X-Ray
A comprehensive digital X-ray and clinical exam pinpoints the source of your pain and confirms whether root canal therapy is the right solution.
Pulp Removal
Under local anaesthesia, the infected or inflamed pulp is gently removed, the canals cleaned and shaped to eliminate all bacteria.
Canal Sealing
The cleaned canals are filled with biocompatible gutta-percha and sealed to prevent future bacterial infiltration.
Crown Restoration
A custom porcelain crown is placed over the treated tooth, restoring its full function, strength, and appearance.
Performed by Dr. Muhammad Hamdan, DMD — Restorative & Cosmetic Dentist at Royal Oak Smiles. Call to book →
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
About Root Canal Therapy in Calgary
Royal Oak Smiles accepts same-day emergency appointments for root canal cases throughout the week. The clinic is open 7 days a week, including evenings until 8 PM on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday. If you are experiencing severe tooth pain or swelling, call (403) 374-6161 immediately — a team member will assess your situation by phone and get you in as quickly as possible.
Root canal therapy at Royal Oak Smiles is performed under local anaesthesia, making the procedure no more uncomfortable than a routine filling. Most patients report that the throbbing pre-treatment pain is significantly worse than the procedure itself. Dr. Muhammad Hamdan, DMD, specializes in restorative dentistry and uses modern techniques to keep the experience as comfortable as possible.
Most root canals at Royal Oak Smiles are completed in one to two appointments. The first appointment covers diagnosis, anaesthesia, pulp removal, canal cleaning, and sealing. A second appointment is scheduled to place the permanent porcelain crown, which restores the tooth's full strength. In straightforward cases, both steps can sometimes be completed on the same day.
Common signs that root canal therapy may be needed include: severe spontaneous toothache, prolonged sensitivity to heat or cold, darkening of the tooth, swelling or tenderness in the gum near the tooth, or a persistent pimple on the gum. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms in Calgary, call Royal Oak Smiles at (403) 374-6161 for a same-day assessment.
After root canal therapy, mild soreness for a day or two is normal and manageable with over-the-counter pain relief. The tooth will be protected with a temporary or permanent crown. Royal Oak Smiles will schedule a follow-up to confirm healing and place the final porcelain crown if needed. With proper care, a root canal-treated tooth can last a lifetime.