Non-Surgical
Root Canals

★ Frequently Asked

Patient questions, answered.

What does non-surgical root canal mean?

It means we treat the infected pulp inside your tooth without surgical procedures like an apicoectomy. Most root canals at Roanoke Dental Center are completed entirely in-house in one or two visits, no oral surgeon referral, no separate facility, no extended timeline.

Why is this a differentiator?

Many general dental offices refer root canal treatment elsewhere, which means a separate consult, a separate office, and more waiting. Roanoke Dental Center provides non-surgical root canal therapy right here, in-house at our Electric Rd location, so you can see a familiar team and get treated faster.

Will it hurt?

Modern root canal therapy is far more comfortable than its reputation. The pain you walked in with is what hurts, the procedure itself is what resolves it. We use thorough local anesthesia, and nitrous oxide is available if you have anxiety or sensitive teeth.

How long does it take?

Most non-surgical root canals are completed in one or two visits, depending on the tooth and how much infection is present. We will explain the timeline before we start and place a temporary restoration the same day if a permanent crown is needed.

Can I have nitrous oxide for my root canal?

Yes. Roanoke Dental Center offers nitrous oxide (laughing gas). If anxiety is keeping you from getting treatment, we will talk through your options before scheduling so you walk in already knowing what to expect.