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Root canals in Sacramento

Medically reviewed by Dr. Moid Khan, DDS, FICOI, FAGD · Updated November 2026

When a tooth is infected or badly inflamed, a root canal can often save it. Call if you're in pain today.

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Do I need a root canal, or should I call for an emergency visit?

If a tooth is infected or the nerve is inflamed, a root canal can often save it by cleaning and sealing the inside of the tooth. If you're in pain today, call Lush Dental Studio at (916) 619-7172. Emergencies are prioritized for same-day care during office hours (Mon–Fri 8am–5pm, Sat 8am–2pm). Treatment options and costs are reviewed before care begins.

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The treatment

What a root canal is for.

A root canal is used when the pulp inside a tooth is infected or inflamed — often after deep decay, a crack, or an injury. The inside of the tooth is cleaned and sealed so the tooth can frequently be kept. Many of those teeth then need a crown to protect what remains. If a tooth cannot be saved, replacement options, including a dental implant, are explained first.

If you're in pain today

Call (916) 619-7172. See the emergency dentist page for first-aid guidance and when to go to the ER first.

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Common Questions

Root canals — FAQ.

What is a root canal?
A root canal treats infection or inflammation inside a tooth so the tooth can often be kept. The inside of the tooth is cleaned, then sealed; many teeth then need a crown to protect what's left.
Does a root canal hurt?
The visit is done with local anesthesia. Getting you comfortable is the first clinical priority — the same approach we use for emergency care.
When do I need a root canal instead of an extraction?
If the tooth can be predictably saved, a root canal is often the way to keep it. If it can't, we'll explain replacement options, including a dental implant, before anything is scheduled. Extraction is only when the tooth can't be saved.
I have a bad toothache — should I come in today?
Yes. Call (916) 619-7172. Emergencies are prioritized for same-day care during office hours when clinically and operationally possible. If you have facial swelling with fever, or difficulty breathing or swallowing, go to the ER first.
Does insurance cover root canals?
We're in-network with most PPO plans, including Delta Dental PPO, and we verify benefits before treatment begins. Coverage depends on your plan. We do not participate in HMO or Medi-Cal / Denti-Cal plans.
What happens after the root canal?
Many teeth need a crown afterward so they are less likely to fracture. We'll go over that plan, and the cost, before treatment proceeds.
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Emergencies are prioritized for same-day care during office hours. Mon–Fri 8am–5pm, Sat 8am–2pm.

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