Root Canal Norwalk

What is a root canal?

A root canal is one of the most common dental procedures performed, well over 14 million every year. This simple treatment can save your natural teeth and prevent the need of dental implants or bridges.

At the center of your tooth is pulp. Pulp is a collection of blood vessels that helps to build the surrounding tooth. Infection of the pulp can be caused by trauma to the tooth, deep decay, cracks and chips, or repeated dental procedures. Symptoms of the infection can be identified as visible injury or swelling of the tooth, sensitivity to temperature or pain in the tooth and gums.

If you experience any of these symptoms, your dentist will most likely recommend non-surgical treatment to eliminate the diseased pulp. This injured pulp is removed and the root canal system is thoroughly cleaned and sealed. Root canal therapy usually involves local anesthesia and may be completed in one or more visits depending on the treatment required. Success for this type of treatment occurs in about 90% of cases. If your tooth is not amenable to endodontic treatment or the chance of success is unfavorable, you will be informed at the time of consultation or when a complication becomes evident during or after treatment. Dr. Pipher, Dr. Kilbride and Dr. Barnett use local anesthesia to eliminate discomfort. In addition, we will provide nitrous oxide analgesia, if indicated. You will be able to drive home after your treatment, and you probably will be comfortable returning to your normal routine.

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Norwalk Dennis L. Pipher, D.M.D.; Endodontic Associates of Norwalk Phone Number (203) 635-6300 Schedule an Appointment

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An example of a healthy tooth
Healthy Tooth
A tooth anatomy diagram highlighting pulp dentin and canal
Tooth Anatomy
A visual of tooth inflammation showing tooth decay and an inflamed pulp
Inflammation
A representation of a tooth with its canals cleaned
Cleaned Canals
An illustration of root canal filling of a tooth
Filling Placed
An example of a tooth healed by root canal therapy
Healed Tooth

Endodontic Presentation

To provide you with a better understanding of endodontic procedures, we have provided the following multimedia presentation. Many common questions pertaining to root canal therapy are discussed.

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What happens after treatment?

When your root canal therapy has been completed, a record of your treatment will be sent to your restorative dentist. You should contact their office for a follow-up restoration within a few weeks of completion at our office. Your restorative dentist will decide on what type of restoration is necessary to protect your tooth. It is rare for endodontic patients to experience complications after routine endodontic treatment or microsurgery. If a problem does occur, however, we are available at all times to respond. To prevent further decay, continue to practice good dental hygiene.

How much will a root canal cost?

The cost associated with root canals can vary depending on factors such as the severity of damage to the affected tooth and which tooth is affected. In general, endodontic treatment is much less expensive than tooth removal and replacement with an artificial tooth.

Dennis L. Pipher, D.M.D.; Endodontic Associates of Norwalk

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This is a terrific practice. Many folks recommended that I go to Dr Pipher and now I see why. He’s professional, patient and very friendly.

- Rebecca K

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This was so unexpectedly easy! From the booking of the appointment right thru the root canal I had absolutely no issues whatsoever.

- Denise R

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This was not my first rodeo; or root canal. Excellent experience, far exceeding my expectations

- Paul A

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Dr. Pipher sets the office tone with his competency, relaxed manner and friendliness, a great combination for success! As I left today I complimented the staff on their professionalism and overall happiness! Its a happy place to have dental work!

- Cheryl W

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Dr Pipher is a superb clinician who demonstrated a calm and efficient professional demeanor that not only took me out of my dental pain, but actually made it a pleasant experience. As a retired dentist who understands the challenges of treating patients for root canal problems, I am so very impressed with not only Dr Pipher's clinical skills, but also his genuine concern and warmth that he exhibits towards his patient population. I feel very lucky to have been under his care, and cannot think of anyone else treating me now , or in the future.

- Ervin B

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It is not my nature to write reco's of this nature but my experience and results from Dr Pipher were outstanding. He's an excellent practitioner but I get from my brief time working on me, he's a good man and has your best interests and issues about the work. Look if you need Endodontics work...this comes highly recommended to see him / them...

- Hal T

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As optimal an experience as one could have hoped for. Incredibly professional. Entirely pain-free. American dentistry at its very best.

- Charles R

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I cannot fully enough articulate my praise for Dr. Pipher and his staff. The level of professionalism is superior in every respect, yet the office maintains a warmth and support for patient concerns from first moment to last. Arriving for my root canal in a state that can only be described as terror, Dr. Pipher quickly put me at ease, and made sure that I had absolutely no discomfort or emotional concerns. As long as Dr. Pipher is in practice, I know that I will never again dread a root canal, and I would recommend him wholeheartedly to everyone. I suppose the element that makes the most difference of all is that everyone in the office made me feel like a person about whom they truly cared. The laughter and camaraderie I heard around the office indicates that the staff enjoys their work, which is a top-down condition. Because Dr. Pipher is so pleasant (while maintaining the most thorough medical approach), the office overall exhibits the same feeling. You will find no better doctor for this area of dentistry.

- Deborah N

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I appreciated being seen on short notice which was not expecting.I had an infection and was very worried.

- Joe S.Kitchen

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Excellent care , extremely accommodating, friendly and professional staff & team. I’m so grateful that Dr. Kilbride was able to see me (as a new patient) the same day I called the office in pain, needing a root canal. Couldn’t have asked for better care- thank you to everyone at the office for their kindness, compassion and immediate response time.

- Pamela T

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The office was clean, bright & inviting. It smelled clean! Dr. Pipher has a very comforting spirit. They use the very latest technology and completed my root canal in one visit. I was blown away! Thank you so much Dr P. & staff!!!

- Jennifer D

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Feeling stressed and anxious about having a root canal procedure? Make an appointment with Dr. Pipher and rest assured that you will be receiving the BEST care possible! Dr. Pipher's knowledge and skills from extensive experience (over 30,000 root canals performed) coupled with his concern, compassion and wonderful demeanor provides for a most successful and happy outcome. My root canal, bone graft and minor surgery were pain free and above and beyond all expectations. Dr. Pipher truly is an Endodontist of distinction! But, it gets even better ... his staff from the front desk to his assistant are all super friendly, helpful, knowledgeable and efficient. It's another level of competency which lends to a phenomenal, painless and pleasant experience. My saved tooth and I are VERY thankful for Dr. Pipher and his staff!

- Joan K

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Wonderful office. The staff is so friendly and Dr. Pipher has an excellent bedside manner. He made my first root canal experience free of anxiety and painless.

- Victoria

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I Couldn't be more satisfied with the overall treatment and total experience , i had.2 root canals that went perfectly.Dr, Pipher and his staff are polite and take the time to explain the procedure as they go along.I will recommend them highly.

- Jeffrey STROFFOLINO h

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So many years of topnotch care with Dr. Pipher! His post procedure calls are treasured. Debbie is beyond wonderful at the desk and Elizabeth absolutely excels in her more than able assistance to the great doctor himself!

- alice s talbot T

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I really appreciated the upfront explanation of options by Dr. Kilbride regarding my tooth. Once I made the decision for root canal, she explained everything in detail during the procedures. While not a simple procedure, Dr. Kilbride and the team were very focused on my comfort throughout. Great outcome and I would certainly recommend this practice!

- Wally G

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The staff are outstanding and make an unpleasant experience (root canal) enjoyable.

- Jeffrey G

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Very secure with the doctor, procedure, staff and everything about the practice. A staff that has obviously worked together for quite sometime.

- Frank P

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First time here, and it was a great experience! We are talking Root Canal!

- Polly M

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Dr. Pipher is an excellent Dentist. He is kind, gentle and thorough. He explained every step and was genuinely concerned about my comfort. My pain was relieved immediately. The office staff was very helpful and scheduled me same day for an emergency. They also stayed late for me.

- Sharon S

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