Root Canal & Tooth Extractions in Santa Ana | Fairview Dental
Endodontic & Oral Surgery
Root Canal & Tooth Extractions in Santa Ana
Root canal therapy saves infected teeth and relieves pain. When a tooth cannot be saved, gentle extraction restores your oral health. Fairview Dental provides both services with care and precision.
Root Canal Therapy
A root canal is needed when the pulp inside a tooth becomes infected or inflamed due to deep decay, a crack, or trauma. The procedure removes the infected tissue, cleans the canal, and seals the tooth — saving it from extraction. Modern root canals are comfortable and often no more involved than a filling.
Signs You May Need a Root Canal
- Severe or persistent toothache
- Prolonged sensitivity to hot or cold
- Darkening or discoloration of the tooth
- Swelling or tenderness in nearby gums
- A persistent pimple or bump on the gums
- Pain when chewing or touching the tooth
Diagnosis & Anesthesia
Dr. Hwang takes X-rays to assess the infection and administers local anesthesia so you're completely comfortable throughout.
Pulp Removal
The infected pulp tissue is carefully removed from the tooth's canals using specialized instruments.
Cleaning & Shaping
The canals are cleaned, shaped, and disinfected to eliminate all bacteria and prevent reinfection.
Sealing & Crown
The tooth is sealed with a biocompatible material and typically restored with a crown to protect it long-term.
Tooth Extractions & Wisdom Teeth
When a tooth is too damaged, decayed, or infected to save, extraction is the best option for your oral health. Fairview Dental also removes impacted or problematic wisdom teeth. We prioritize your comfort and provide clear aftercare instructions.
- Severe decay or infection beyond repair
- Impacted or painful wisdom teeth
- Overcrowding before orthodontic treatment
- Fractured tooth that cannot be restored
- Advanced gum disease causing tooth loosening
Frequently Asked Questions
Tooth Pain? Don't Wait.
Call Fairview Dental at 714-549-2135 for same-day or next-day appointments for tooth pain, infections, and extractions.