Understand what the tooth needs
The cause of symptoms and whether the tooth is restorable.
Root canal & endodontic care · Hallandale Beach
Relieve the pain.
Preserve the tooth.
From root canal therapy and retreatment to vital pulp care, microsurgery, and dental trauma—we plan care around the diagnosis and the future of your natural tooth.
Focused care · Your natural tooth in mind
Individual treatment planningDr. Christopher GarciaIcónica Dental Group · Hallandale Beach
Root canal therapy at Icónica
Care from within.
A smile worth preserving.
Inside a tooth, the pulp contains nerves and blood vessels. When it becomes irreversibly inflamed or infected, root canal treatment may help preserve a restorable tooth. We assess your symptoms, test the tooth, and review imaging and alternatives before recommending care.
Clean, disinfect, and seal
Canal anatomy, infection, and treatment complexity.
Protect the tooth afterward
A timely seal and protection suited to the tooth.
Endodontic services within our practice
Focused on your tooth.
More ways to preserve it.
From root canal treatment and vital pulp care to microsurgery and dental trauma, our services share a focus on preserving natural teeth. Recommendations depend on the diagnosis, tooth development, supporting tissues, and whether the tooth can be restored. Some procedures are combined within one treatment plan.
Nonsurgical root canal therapy
Care inside the tooth—from a first root canal to persistent infection or a blocked canal.
Standard root canal treatment
Removal of inflamed or infected pulp, followed by cleaning, shaping, filling, and sealing the canals. A final crown or other suitable restoration completes the plan.
Endodontic retreatment
Reassessment of persistent or recurring disease. When appropriate, the existing canal filling is removed so the canals can be cleaned and sealed again.
Pulpal debridement
Removal of pulp tissue to help manage symptoms when complete root canal treatment cannot be finished at that visit. Follow-up care is needed to complete treatment.
Treatment of root canal obstruction
Evaluation of calcified areas or separated instruments. Where feasible, an obstruction may be removed or bypassed to allow further canal treatment.
Vital pulp & pediatric therapies
Treatment suited to pulp health and tooth development, including primary teeth and immature permanent teeth.
Pulpotomy
Removal of affected pulp from the crown while preserving appropriate tissue in the roots. Suitability depends on the diagnosis and whether the tooth is primary or permanent.
Pulpectomy
Removal of pulp tissue from the crown and canals, followed by cleaning and filling with a material suited to the tooth’s development and expected natural loss.
Apexification
Treatment that creates or encourages a barrier at an open root end so the canal can be filled and sealed.
Apexogenesis
Vital pulp care intended to preserve living tissue in an immature permanent tooth so the root can continue developing. Follow-up monitors the response.
Microsurgical endodontics
Selected surgical options when treatment through the canal alone may not address the problem.
Apicoectomy
Removal of the root tip and nearby inflamed or infected tissue through an opening in the gum. It may be considered for disease persisting around a root end after treatment.
Retrograde filling
A small filling placed at the end of the root, usually during an apicoectomy, to help seal the canal from the root tip.
Root amputation
Removal of one diseased or damaged root from a tooth with multiple roots. The remaining tooth must have suitable support and be restorable.
Hemisection / bicuspidization
Separation of a molar into sections. Hemisection may remove a diseased root and its crown portion; bicuspidization retains and restores both sections separately.
Intentional replantation
Planned removal of a tooth, treatment of its root outside the mouth, and return to its socket when this approach is suitable. Follow-up is part of the plan.
Trauma & internal repair
Care for injured teeth and internal defects, with attention to tooth structure and healing.
Internal root repair
Repair of an opening between the inside of a tooth and surrounding tissues, which can arise from resorption or a previous procedure. A suitable material seals the defect when repair is appropriate.
Traumatic dental injury management
Evaluation of chipped, displaced, loosened, or knocked-out teeth. Care may include repositioning, splinting, or replanting a permanent tooth, with monitoring based on the injury and root development.
Diagnostic support: 3D CBCT
Three-dimensional imaging can help assess root anatomy and the surrounding bone when clinically appropriate. Your clinician determines whether a CBCT scan is needed and reviews it alongside the examination and symptoms.
The technology behind your care
WaveOne Gold.
Purposeful canal shaping.
At Icónica, we use Dentsply Sirona WaveOne Gold as part of our root canal treatment workflow. Its heat-treated nickel-titanium instruments use a controlled back-and-forth motion to shape the canals.
Flexible instruments help the clinician work within curved canal anatomy. Shaping creates space for irrigation and subsequent filling; disinfection, sealing, and the final tooth restoration remain essential parts of treatment.
Your clinician selects the instrument size and treatment sequence for your tooth. The technology supports clinical care; it does not guarantee a particular outcome.
Technology we use at Icónica
X-Smart Pro+.
Control throughout shaping.
Our practice uses the Dentsply Sirona X-Smart Pro+ endodontic motor to drive root canal instruments, including WaveOne Gold. The motor supports reciprocating and continuous rotation modes, with settings selected for the instrument being used.
Its integrated apex locator helps the clinician assess working length during canal shaping. A touchscreen brings instrument settings into one workflow.
The motor and files are part of a complete treatment process that includes diagnosis, canal disinfection, filling, and a protective restoration.
The Icónica approach
Thoughtful steps.
Personal attention.
Your care begins with a conversation and a clear assessment. We connect the treatment recommendation to your health, comfort, and long-term plan.
Assess & explain
Review symptoms, tooth tests, imaging, restorability, and alternatives.
Plan for comfort
Use local anesthesia and discuss your concerns before treatment begins.
Treat the canals
Clean and disinfect the canal system, then fill and seal it as appropriate.
Restore & review
Arrange the definitive restoration and follow-up assessment.
Ongoing care
Seal the tooth.
Support its future.
Follow the instructions for eating, medication, and your temporary restoration. Avoid biting hard foods on the treated tooth until it is properly restored. Contact us if pain worsens, swelling develops, or the temporary filling or crown comes loose.
Before you begin, we review your health history, medications, treatment alternatives, expected sequence, and costs. Bring your questions so the plan is clear.
Advanced imaging at Icónica
Vatech CBCT.
CleverOne clarity.
Icónica uses Vatech cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) with CleverOne software to support diagnosis and the planning of surgical and dental implant procedures. When clinically indicated, three-dimensional imaging helps us assess tooth roots, available bone, and nearby structures such as nerves and sinuses.
CleverOne supports image review and visual treatment planning, helping us explain your anatomy and proposed care more clearly. For implant treatment, this information supports assessment of the site and planning of implant position.
Imaging is selected for your individual needs. CBCT is used when the additional three-dimensional information is clinically appropriate; it is not required for every examination or procedure.
Your questions, answered
Clarity before
the next step.
Learn about root canal and endodontic care, planning, and payment.
Planning & your options
What are signs I may need root canal treatment?
Lingering temperature sensitivity, pain when biting, swelling, or a bump on the gum can indicate a problem, but symptoms alone do not establish the diagnosis. Some teeth need treatment without pain.
What happens during a root canal?
The affected pulp is removed, the canal system is cleaned and disinfected, and the canals are filled and sealed. A final restoration protects the tooth afterward.
What will I feel during treatment?
Local anesthesia is used for comfort. Let the team know if you feel discomfort so your care can be adjusted. Tenderness can occur afterward.
Why not just place a filling?
A filling repairs the outer tooth structure. It does not treat infection or irreversible inflammation within the pulp when root canal treatment is needed.
Is extraction an alternative?
Extraction may be considered when the tooth cannot be predictably restored or according to your treatment goals. We discuss preservation, removal, and replacement choices when relevant.
Treatment & ongoing care
How many visits are needed?
One or more appointments may be required depending on the tooth, infection, anatomy, and other clinical factors. We explain the expected sequence after assessment.
Will I always need a crown afterward?
The restoration depends on the tooth’s position and remaining structure. Back teeth often need protection against fracture; a crown is not automatically required for every tooth.
Can a treated tooth need further care?
Yes. Persistent or new disease may require reassessment, retreatment, surgery, or removal. The options depend on the findings and restorability.
Do I need antibiotics?
Antibiotics are not routinely needed for every root canal problem. They may be indicated for certain infections or medical circumstances, alongside the appropriate dental care.
What should I expect afterward?
Some tenderness may occur. Follow your individual care plan and contact the office about worsening pain, swelling, or a problem with the temporary restoration.
Costs & payment
How much will my treatment cost?
Your estimate depends on the findings, treatment design, complexity, and any supporting care. We review the planned fees and inclusions before you proceed.
Will my insurance cover care?
Benefits vary by plan, exclusions, limits, and the reason for treatment. Our team can help review the estimated benefits and patient portion. An estimate does not guarantee insurer payment.
Do you offer financing?
Icónica offers access to Cherry, Sunbit, and CareCredit. Approval, rates, offers, and repayment terms vary by provider and applicant.
Begin with a conversation
Your next step.
A plan made for you.
Visit Icónica Dental Group in Hallandale Beach to explore root canal therapy with Dr. Christopher Garcia.
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