Root Canal Therapy Or Endodontic Therapy

Root canal therapy is performed when the nerve of a tooth is injured to a point that it cannot heal, when there is an infection in the tooth or surrounding bone, on a fractured tooth or broken tooth, when a large cavity goes into the pulp chamber or when there is severe pain. A root canal procedure involves removing the nerve and blood supply from the tooth, cleaning and shaping the inside of the tooth and placing a material into the roots of the teeth to create a seal. Most teeth need a crown after a root canal to ensure the long-term success of the root canal by protecting the tooth from breaking and creating a good seal.

At Cherry Creek Family Dentistry, our experienced team provides compassionate and effective root canal therapy to relieve pain and save your natural teeth whenever possible.

FAQs About Root Canal Therapy

Q1: What symptoms indicate I may need a root canal?
A1: Persistent tooth pain, sensitivity to hot or cold, swelling, or discoloration may be signs that a root canal is needed.

Q2: Is root canal treatment painful?
A2: Modern techniques and anesthesia make root canals as comfortable as possible, often no more painful than getting a filling.

Q3: How long does the root canal procedure take?
A3: Typically, root canals are completed in one or two visits depending on the tooth’s condition.

Insurance Information

Cherry Creek Family Dentistry accepts most major dental insurance plans to help make your care affordable and accessible. We work with providers such as MetLife, Cigna, Aetna, Delta Dental, and more. For services not covered by insurance, we offer flexible payment plans and no-interest financing options through CareCredit.

If you have any questions about insurance coverage, billing, or payments, please call our office at 303-321-1323. Our knowledgeable team will assist you in maximizing your benefits and minimizing out-of-pocket costs.

Please note, Cherry Creek Family Dentistry does not work directly for insurance companies but puts your best interests first, ensuring treatment recommendations are based on your needs—not your coverage.

Your Trusted Root Canal Dentist in Cherry Creek, Denver, CO

Facing dental pain or infection? At Cherry Creek Family Dentistry, Drs. Barker, Svoboda, Hoover, Bowen, and Anderson deliver gentle, professional root canal care with precision imaging and same‑day ease—right in the heart of Cherry Creek, near University Blvd and 1st Ave. Patients from Downtown Denver, Cherry Creek North, Country Club, and surrounding neighborhoods trust us for relief and restoration.