Root Canal

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Root canals stop tooth decay and ensure a healthy tooth

While minor instances of tooth decay require a simple dental filling, more advanced cases require root canals to clear away decay and save your tooth.

Root canals ensure that decay is completely stopped by removing all decayed material in your tooth before capping it off with a custom dental crown. At Spokane Family Smiles, we offer reliable and comfortable modern root canals to keep your mouth healthy and your natural teeth intact.

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Common signs you need a root canal

  • Sensitivity to hot or cold beverages
  • Swollen gums around a tooth
  • Pain while chewing and eating
  • Severe tooth decay or damage

You deserve a smile you can be proud of

“When tooth decay advances beyond a certain point, our #1 goal is to ensure we can save your natural tooth. Our Spokane Valley root canal treatment is generally the best way to stop decay in its tracks and keep you smiling and healthy long-term.“

– Dr. Shumway

Root canal treatment at Spokane Family Smiles

What to expect

  1. We’ll perform an exam and use our imaging tools to ensure a root canal is the best option for you
  2. Your absolute comfort will be ensured before the treatment
  3. Decayed material is removed from your tooth structure, and your canal system is cleaned
  4. The area is filled in with composite filling material
  5. A custom-colored and shaped crown is placed over your tooth to provide durability

Common root canal questions

Are root canals painful or unsafe?

Nope! While root canals can lead to some discomfort in the immediate aftermath of treatment, root canals are not painful and completely safe when performed correctly. If you’re experiencing pain due to a decayed tooth, you will actually have less pain after treatment.

Does insurance cover root canals?

While all dental insurance plans are different, many insurance policies will cover a portion of your root canal treatment. Contact our team today to learn if our Spokane Valley root canal treatment is covered by your insurance.

Absolutely one of the best dentist offices I have been to. The appointment went smoothly and I was kept well informed of what was going on and if there were any issues.
Roger L.
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Always a pleasure to visit. Very friendly, warm, and inviting. Very pleased with the dentist and the staff there. They keep me in tip top shape when it comes to my teeth.
Adam R.
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I contacted Dr. Shumway on a Saturday and he returned my call personally. He offered to see me in one hour even though his offices were closed. This is ‘above and beyond’ patient care.
Lars K.
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Dr. Shumway is the best dentist I have been to in my 67 year old life. I feel very comfortable being in his care and I am deathly afraid of dentists.
Sally B.
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This was an outstanding experience and I could not have left happier. Excellent service. Would recommend them to friends, family, and anyone looking for a dentist.
Uschi G.
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I cracked an old filling and it was loose. Dr Shumway was able to get me in at the beginning of the next week. Employees are always friendly and helpful. I highly recommend them.
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