Root Canal Treatment
in Toronto
Pain-relieving root canal therapy that saves infected teeth, eliminates discomfort, and preserves your natural smile for the long term. Modern techniques make treatment far more comfortable than its reputation suggests.
Save Your Tooth,
Eliminate the Pain
Root canal treatment is one of the most misunderstood procedures in dentistry. In reality, a modern root canal is no more uncomfortable than getting a filling — and it eliminates the severe pain caused by an infected or inflamed tooth pulp. At Smiles and More, Dr. Kumaran Mayelam performs root canal therapy using precision rotary instruments, digital X-ray guidance, and effective local anaesthesia to ensure a comfortable, efficient experience.
An untreated infected tooth will not heal on its own. Left without treatment, infection can spread to the jaw bone, adjacent teeth, and in severe cases, the surrounding tissues. Root canal treatment removes the source of infection, seals the tooth permanently, and preserves a tooth that would otherwise need to be extracted and replaced.
Our Root Canal Services
Single-Visit Root Canals
Many root canals can be completed in a single appointment — diagnosis, treatment, and temporary seal all in one visit.
Multi-Visit Treatment
Complex or severely infected cases may require two appointments to ensure complete healing before final sealing.
Digital X-Ray Guided
High-resolution digital X-rays confirm canal length, anatomy, and treatment success at every stage of the procedure.
Rubber Dam Isolation
A rubber dam isolates the tooth entirely, keeping the procedure clean, sterile, and comfortable throughout.
Crown Placement
After root canal treatment, most teeth require a crown to restore full strength — we complete this at a subsequent appointment.
Re-Treatment
Re-treatment of previously root-canalled teeth where infection has recurred or the original treatment was incomplete.
Cracked Tooth Treatment
Root canal treatment for cracked teeth where fracture lines have exposed the dental pulp to bacterial infection.
Pulp Capping
In cases where the pulp is exposed but still healthy, direct pulp capping may allow the tooth to heal without full root canal therapy.
Your Root Canal Journey, Step by Step
Diagnosis & X-Rays
Digital X-rays and clinical testing confirm the diagnosis. We identify all canals and assess the extent of infection or inflammation.
Anaesthesia & Access
Local anaesthesia is administered — most patients are surprised how comfortable the procedure is. A small opening is made to access the pulp chamber.
Canal Cleaning & Shaping
Infected pulp tissue is removed using precision rotary instruments. Canals are cleaned, shaped, and disinfected thoroughly.
Sealing & Crown
Canals are sealed with gutta-percha. A temporary or permanent filling is placed, and a crown is fitted at a subsequent appointment to protect the tooth long-term.
Why Scarborough Patients Choose Smiles and More
- Same-day appointments available for urgent dental needs
- Direct billing to all major Canadian dental insurance providers
- Intraoral cameras so you can see exactly what we see in real time
- Evening and Saturday hours for busy Toronto families
- Sedation options available for anxious patients
- Team of 6+ experienced dentists and hygienists
Modern Root Canals Are Comfortable
With effective anaesthesia and precision rotary instruments, today's root canal treatment feels no different from a routine filling. Dr. Kumaran has performed hundreds of root canals over 25+ years of clinical practice.
Insurance & Payment
Root canal treatment is covered under the endodontic or major restorative benefit of most dental plans at 50–80%. We direct-bill your insurer and provide a detailed cost estimate before treatment begins.
Frequently Asked Questions About Root Canal Treatment
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Don't Wait — Save Your Tooth
Book your root canal consultation at Smiles and More in Scarborough. Same-day emergency appointments available.