Relieve tooth pain and keep your natural tooth. Root canal treatment removes infection from inside the tooth so it can heal.
Reviewed by Dr. Jon Barnes, DDS · Updated October 2026
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Most patients find a root canal feels much like getting a filling, and it ends the toothache.
Inside every tooth is soft tissue called the pulp, made up of nerves and blood vessels. A deep cavity, a crack or an injury can let bacteria reach the pulp, causing inflammation or infection. Once that happens, the tissue can’t heal on its own, and the pain often gets worse.
Root canal treatment removes the damaged pulp, cleans and disinfects the canals inside the root, and seals them. The outside of the tooth stays in place, so you keep your natural tooth instead of losing it. The area is fully numbed before treatment begins.
Some infected teeth cause no pain at all and show up only on an X-ray, which is one more reason regular checkups matter. If you have facial swelling, call us right away.
Dr. Barnes examines the tooth and takes digital X-rays to see the roots and surrounding bone.
The area is numbed, and a small rubber shield keeps the tooth clean and dry. Laughing gas (nitrous oxide) is available if you're anxious.
The infected pulp is removed and the canals are shaped and disinfected.
The canals are flushed with an antimicrobial liquid, then medicated fillings seal the tooth.
We usually complete the process with a crown on top of the tooth to help prevent fractures.
Most root canals are done right here in our office, in one or two visits depending on the tooth’s condition.
caused by infection
which usually feels and works better than a replacement
and bite changes that can follow an extraction
over time than extracting and replacing a tooth with an implant or bridge
When a tooth can be saved, keeping it is usually preferable. When it can’t, Dr. Barnes will explain why and walk you through the replacement options.
Cost depends on which tooth is treated (front teeth have fewer canals than molars) and whether a crown is needed afterward. You’ll receive an estimate before treatment. Many PPO plans cover a portion of root canal treatment, and we’ll file your claim. We accept cash, credit cards, CareCredit, Cherry payment plans and some in-house finance options. See Dental Insurance & Financing.
Treatment at Buffalo Creek Dental is provided by Jon Barnes, DDS, general dentist. Individual results vary; Dr. Barnes will recommend treatment only after an exam.
Buffalo Creek Dental is at 201 S. Sara Rd., #140 in Mustang, next to the SSM Health complex. We see root canal patients from Mustang, Yukon, Tuttle and southwest Oklahoma City. Toothaches are worked into our schedule during office hours, so call as early in the day as you can. See emergency dental care.
New to our office? Start with the $99 New Patient Special: $99 covers exam, X-rays, and prophy (regular cleaning) when there is no periodontal disease. If periodontal disease is present, it’s $69 for the exam and X-rays, and the patient pays separately for the necessary cleaning. See Specials for current offers, or read what to expect as a new patient.
The tooth is fully numbed, so most patients feel pressure rather than pain. The treatment is meant to relieve the pain an infection causes. Some tenderness for a few days afterward is normal.
Most people return to normal activities the same or next day. Avoid chewing hard foods on the tooth until it’s permanently restored.
Not always, but back teeth and teeth with large fillings are more likely to crack after a root canal, so a crown is often recommended.
An infected tooth won’t heal by itself. The infection can spread, cause an abscess and lead to losing the tooth.
Sometimes a tooth can’t be saved, and extraction makes sense. When the tooth can be saved, keeping it is usually preferable. Dr. Barnes will explain both options.
Cost depends on which tooth is treated (front teeth have fewer canals than molars) and whether a crown is needed afterward. You’ll receive an estimate before treatment. Many PPO plans cover a portion of root canal treatment, and we’ll file your claim. See payment options.
Most root canals are done right here in our office, in one or two visits depending on the tooth’s condition. Dr. Barnes will tell you what to expect for your tooth.
Usually, yes. With local numbing alone, most people drive themselves. If you plan to use laughing gas, ask us about driving when you book.
Most people return to normal activities the same or next day. Your lip and cheek may stay numb for a few hours.
Call 405-353-1333 as early in the day as you can. We work toothaches into our schedule during office hours. If you have facial swelling, call us right away. See emergency dentist.
Get it checked, and get comfortable again.
Toothache relief from a team Mustang trusts — 700+ Google reviews.
Most patients find a root canal feels much like getting a filling, and it ends the toothache.
Buffalo Creek Dental
201 S. Sara Rd., #140
Mustang, OK 73064
Phone: 405-353-1333
Monday–Wednesday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Thursday: 7:00 am – 3:00 pm
Friday: By Appointment
Saturday–Sunday: Closed
Last updated · Dr. Jon Barnes, DDS
