Benefits of a Root Canal in San Diego

Why Root Canals

Are Performed

Root canals are performed to treat infection or inflammation inside a tooth’s pulp—the soft tissue that contains nerves and blood vessels. When this pulp becomes infected due to decay, trauma, or a cracked tooth, it can cause intense pain, swelling, and even abscesses.

Rather than removing the entire tooth, a root canal removes the infected tissue, disinfects the inside of the tooth, and seals it to prevent reinfection. It’s a highly effective way to stop pain, save your natural tooth, and avoid more invasive procedures like extraction.

Top Benefits of a Root Canal

Saves Your Natural Tooth

Root canals preserve your original tooth structure, avoiding the need for bridges, dentures, or implants. This helps maintain your bite, appearance, and jawbone health.

Relieves Pain Quickly

The pain from an infected tooth can be debilitating. Root canal therapy removes the source of the pain—giving you fast, lasting relief.

Stops the Spread of Infection

By removing the infected pulp and sealing the root canals, the procedure prevents the bacteria from spreading to other teeth or areas of the body.

Restores Full Function

After a root canal and crown placement, you can bite, chew, and smile confidently without discomfort or sensitivity.

Minimally Invasive and Efficient

With modern technology and techniques, many root canals—especially same-day root canals—can be completed quickly and comfortably in just one visit.

Who Can Benefit from a Root Canal?

A root canal may be the best treatment option for patients experiencing:

Persistent or severe tooth pain, especially when chewing
Prolonged sensitivity to hot or cold, even after the temperature is removed
Swollen, tender, or bleeding gums near a specific tooth
Discoloration or darkening of a single tooth
A visible abscess or “pimple” on the gums
Deep decay or dental trauma

If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms, prompt treatment is essential. Left untreated, an infected tooth can lead to more serious complications—including bone loss or the need for extraction.

Schedule an Appointment for a Root Canal

in San Diego

Whether you’re in pain, experiencing a dental emergency, or simply want to save a tooth before the problem worsens, we’re here to help. At Relieve Root Canal Specialists, Dr. Ronak Makadia provides expert, compassionate care using advanced tools like dental microscopes and the GentleWave® system to deliver efficient, comfortable treatment.

Need relief fast? Give us a call at (858) 868-5501, as we offer same-day root canal appointments whenever possible.

What Patients Are Saying

Erin Zwarjets

I have severe anxiety when it comes to the dentist like mini panic attack in the waiting room severe. I had to get 2 root canals done and the whole team in the office was super sweet, professional caring and super down to earth it made me feel very at ease. Dr. Makadia is by far the best dentist I have ever met in my entire life and shout out to his assistant, I am really sad I don't remember her name, she had blonde hair, blue eyes, tattoo on her forearm she was the real MVP in that office in my opinion! Dr. Makadia was very calm and understanding yet professional and explained things I needed to know but didn't waste my time I loved that. He makes you feel cared for 100% When it came to the actual procedures he let me listen to my ear buds for music to soothe my anxiety. He was so good at what he was doing I didn't feel a thing, I was weirdly relaxed enough to almost fall asleep which is shocking to me. Both root canals were done super quick! I HIGHLY recommend Dr. Makadia and his team to everyone!

Ariel Muro

Dr Makadia is Awesome very warm and makes you feel at ease I am glad I found such an Awesome endodontist.

Sara Poleno

Really great experience, really nice dentists, Dr. Ronak Makadia (I hope I spelled that right) was very kind and made sure I was comfortable and not in any pain. Thank you for helping me.

Maria Smith

We came here under a referral from our Dentist office for my daughter. The first appt was a consultation with Dr. Makadia. He was very honest, to the point but also made us feel very comfortable. Came back a week later for the procedure and it completely warmed my heart that he remembered our conversation from the last appt about our family plans and cared enough to follow up. It made me feel that my child was not just a referral or an appt slot. My daughter said her discomfort was absolutely minimal. The front desk staff and everyone in there is just super nice and professional. Definitely recommend this place!

Val

Just left my appt (still numb). Dr Makadia just spent a few hours fishing out broken equipment left behind by a previous dr like 5 years ago. Dr. Makadia actually did this INSTEAD of the pricier surgery of cutting into my jaw! He is honest, prioritizes patient care, and saved me $2k! I’ve never met a Dr that would exhaust cheaper and less invasive procedures, they’ve all just wanted to line their own pockets. Not Dr Makadia, 10/10 will only see him moving forward. Just an amazing human!

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