Endodontic Therapy

Endodontic Therapy in Jacksonville, FL
The purpose of a root canal, or endodontic therapy, is to remove damaged or infected tissue within the center of a tooth. Doing this will not only eliminate pain associated with the infection, but it will also allow the tooth to be saved.
The most telling sign that a root canal may be needed is a spontaneous, unprovoked lingering toothache. At times, no pain may be present; however, swelling, tooth discoloration, pain upon biting, or prolonged sensitivity are symptoms that a root canal may be necessary.

What happens during endodontic therapy?
Dr. Rios and our team at Baymeadows Park Dental are able to complete most root canals in one visit, and most cases take only an hour from start to finish.
Before your root canal appointment, we may recommend that you receive an antibiotic a few days prior. This significantly reduces swelling around the tooth and assures the most profound anesthetic penetration.
During your root canal at our Jacksonville, FL dental office, Dr. Rios will numb your tooth with anesthetic. He will then remove the affected part of the tooth. All canals of the root are located, disinfected, shaped, measured, dried, and filled with a sealer and inert material called Gutta Percha. Since the tooth will become much weaker after the nerve and blood supply have been removed, we recommend a crown be placed for all posterior and in anterior teeth with major decay. As long as you continue to care for your teeth and gums with regular brushing, flossing, and checkups at our Jacksonville dental office, your restored tooth can last a lifetime.
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We look forward to helping you improve the appearance of your smile and oral health at its optimal levels.
Why choose Baymeadows Park Dental for your root canal?
Our goal is to provide safe, comfortable, and efficient root canal therapy. We accomplish this by using advanced technology, optic magnification, and digital imaging for the best possible diagnosis and outcome.
Dr. Rios has extensive experience in root canal therapy and has completed more than 2,000 cases with a 98% success rate. For cases that display the presence of calcified roots, severe curvature, or fracture, we may recommend a consultation with our preferred endodontic specialist.

What Our Clients Say About Us
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Martha Angarita
Dr Rios is very kind. Likewise Suli who helped me coordinate my schedule for my treatment. Today was my cleaning and the hygienist was very punctual and gentle. I liked that they are bilingual. I recommend them!!
Jacob Schmehl
Absolutely incredible!! Dr Rios and his assistants are truly wonderful people and are there for your benefit. My dental assistant was super light handed and was very reassuring. As someone who is normally scared of doctors offices, the team here created a warm and welcoming environment. Could not recommend them more!
Dajana Bencun
I had my first new patient appointment today and I have to say this is such a pleasant office. The staff are so welcoming and professional I felt at home here. The dentist is very knowledgeable and didn’t push anything towards me that I didn’t need which is a huge plus considering there’s some out there that want to push towards unnecessary procedures. I never write reviews but I know there’s people out there like me that want a good dentist and with our current plan in place I have to say that I will bring my family here! He really does have an amazing staff and I want the best for myself and my family and this dentist office is the best. I’m looking forward to my appointments. oh don’t forget the do sell professional teeth bleach syringes for $10 each. It’s 🤩 amazing
Ciearra Harris
Dr.Rios is the only dentist that I feel totally comfortable going to. The staff are incredibly friendly and are always happy to see you! I struggle a great deal with anxiety going to the dentist and Dr.Rios and his staff has made me feel comfortable and relaxed enough to get caught up on YEARS worth of dental work. If I could rate out of 100 stars, they'd get a 1000/100.
Julie Johnson
HORRIBLE! receptionist! Tells a patient one thing & then changes it to fit the office needs not the patient The dentist has terribly bad breath. No courtesy what so ever.