Root Canal Therapy - Miami, FL

A root canal is performed when the soft tissue inside your tooth, called the pulp, becomes infected or inflamed due to deep decay, a crack, or repeated dental procedures. Without treatment, the infection can spread to the surrounding bone, form a painful abscess, and eventually lead to tooth loss. Root canal therapy removes the infected tissue, cleans and disinfects the inside of the tooth, and seals it to prevent further damage.

At Jennifer Lopez Dental in Miami, Dr. Lopez uses modern techniques and local anesthesia to make root canal treatment as comfortable as a routine filling. Most patients are surprised by how straightforward and painless the procedure actually is. CBCT cone beam imaging allows her to see the full root structure in three dimensions, ensuring thorough cleaning of every canal and a more predictable outcome.

Common signs that you may need a root canal include a persistent toothache, prolonged sensitivity to hot or cold temperatures, darkening of the tooth, swelling or tenderness in the gums near the affected tooth, and pain when biting or chewing. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, call our Sunset Drive office at (305) 227-1213 so Dr. Lopez can evaluate the tooth and recommend the right course of treatment.

After the root canal, a dental crown is typically placed over the treated tooth to restore its full strength and protect it from future fracture. Dr. Lopez will walk you through the entire process, from diagnosis to final restoration, so you know exactly what to expect at each step. Patients across Kendall, South Miami, and the greater Miami-Dade area trust our practice for root canal treatment because we combine clinical precision with genuine patient comfort.