Root Canal Treatment in Winnipeg, MB
A root canal at Renew Dental in Winnipeg removes infected or inflamed pulp from inside a tooth, cleans and seals the canals, and saves the tooth from extraction. Done under local anaesthetic, it feels much like having a filling. Dr. Asif Meghani, a general dentist with additional training in endodontics, has performed hundreds of root canals at the practice. Treatment starts with a digital X-ray to map the canals, then the pulp is removed through a small opening in the tooth, and the back tooth is usually finished with a crown for protection. Call (204) 817-6768 for same-day assessment of severe tooth pain.
What Is Root Canal?
A root canal, also called endodontic treatment, is a dental procedure that removes infected or inflamed pulp tissue from the interior canals of a tooth, then seals the cleaned space to eliminate infection and save the natural tooth from extraction. Far from the painful experience it is often imagined to be, modern root canals performed under local anaesthetic are comparable in discomfort to a routine filling. For Winnipeg patients experiencing severe toothache, prolonged sensitivity to heat, or a visible abscess, root canal therapy at Renew Dental stops the infection at its source, relieves pain, and preserves a tooth that would otherwise require removal.
What to Expect During a Root Canal at Renew Dental Winnipeg
- Step 1 — Diagnosis and X-ray. Your dentist takes digital X-rays to map the root canals and assess the extent of infection before any treatment begins.
- Step 2 — Local anaesthesia. The area is fully numbed with local anaesthetic. Most patients feel no pain during the procedure — only minor pressure.
- Step 3 — Pulp removal. A small access opening is made in the crown of the tooth. Infected or inflamed pulp tissue is carefully removed from each root canal using precision endodontic files.
- Step 4 — Cleaning and shaping. Each canal is irrigated with an antibacterial solution and shaped to a uniform taper to ensure thorough disinfection and a clean seal.
- Step 5 — Filling and sealing. The cleaned canals are filled with a biocompatible rubber material called gutta-percha and sealed permanently to prevent re-infection.
- Step 6 — Crown placement. Because root-canal-treated teeth become more brittle over time, a porcelain crown is placed at a subsequent appointment to protect the tooth and restore full biting strength.
- Recovery is typically 1–2 days. Mild soreness after the anaesthetic wears off is normal and managed with over-the-counter pain relievers. Most patients return to work the same day.
This page was reviewed by Dr. Asif Meghani DDS, a general dentist at Renew Dental Winnipeg with specialized training in endodontic procedures including root canal therapy. Dr. Meghani has performed hundreds of root canals for patients across Winnipeg, prioritizing patient comfort and tooth preservation at every stage of treatment.