Endodontics

Endodontics services offered in Fort Wayne and Huntington, IN

The pulp inside your teeth contains nerves and blood vessels that, when infected, can cause severe pain and lead to serious complications if left untreated. At Marvel Dental, our skilled dentists in Fort Wayne and Huntington, Indiana, provide advanced endodontic treatments to eliminate infection, relieve pain, and protect your natural teeth.

If you’re searching for “endodontics near me” or need urgent relief from a tooth infection, Marvel Dental is here to help. With convenient offices on Jefferson Boulevard (46804), Coldwater Road (46825), and Walmart Drive in Huntington (46750), we serve patients across Fort Wayne, Huntington, New Haven (46774), Bluffton (46714), Wabash (46992), Roanoke (46783), Markle (46770), Warren (46792), and Lagro (46941).

Endodontics Q&A

What Is Endodontics?

Endodontics is a dental specialty focused on the health of the tooth pulp and surrounding tissues. When decay, trauma, or infection reaches the pulp, it can spread to the surrounding bone and even affect other areas of the body. Endodontic treatment saves your natural tooth by removing infection, preventing reinfection, and restoring full function.

At Marvel Dental, our team uses state-of-the-art technology including digital imaging and endo microscopes - to ensure precise, effective treatment.

Common Endodontic Treatments

Our experienced team offers several types of endodontic care, including:

Root Canal Therapy

The most common endodontic procedure, a root canal is performed when infection reaches the pulp.

A small access opening is made in the tooth
Infected pulp and diseased tissue are removed
The chamber is disinfected and filled with gutta-percha
The tooth is sealed and restored with a crown for protection

This treatment relieves pain and allows you to keep your natural tooth.

Retreatment

Although root canal therapy has a high success rate, occasionally infection may return. If this happens, our dentists can perform a retreatment:

Any existing crown or filling is removed
The tooth is re-cleaned and examined under a specialized endo microscope
Canals are re-sealed and the tooth is prepared for a new restoration

This procedure helps preserve your natural tooth and prevent the need for extraction.

Signs You May Need Endodontic Care

A tooth infection may not always be obvious until it progresses. Common symptoms include:

Persistent toothache or pain when chewing
Tooth sensitivity to hot or cold
Swollen, tender, or bleeding gums
Facial swelling or fever
Bad breath that doesn’t go away
A burst abscess with foul-tasting discharge (requires immediate attention)

If you’re experiencing these symptoms, don’t wait - prompt treatment can save your tooth and protect your health.

To schedule an endodontics appointment with the team at Marvel Dental, call the nearest office or request one online today.