Root Canals
Your Link To Compassionate, affordable dental care in Lincoln, NE.
Endodontic therapy, otherwise known as root canal therapy, removes the infected center of a tooth and replaces it with a filling. Root canal therapy can become costly very quickly. Thankfully, Lincoln Dental Plans offers a 25% discount on root canals.
Patients often ask if root canals hurt. Typically, root canals are comfortable and easy when they are done with any of our general root canal dentists in Lincoln Dental Clinics. Root canals are a very affordable procedure for treating severe toothaches. Any of our partners or general root canal dentists in Lincoln Dental Clinics are glad to give you a root canal. They perform root canals daily and are well-equipped to treat patients for root canals. In the rare case that they can’t complete your root canal, they’ll gladly refer you to an endodontist, root canal specialist.
HOW MUCH DOES ROOT CANAL THERAPY COST?
If dental insurance can’t help cover the cost of a root canal, Lincoln Dental Plans can. The cost of a root canal depends on the position of the tooth. Our dentists at Nebraska Family Dentistry will walk you through the cost of treatment. Our plans allow patients to receive the treatment they need, even without dental insurance. This makes affordable dental care accessible to everyone.
Causes of a Root Canal
Most of the time, infection, and inflammation in the center of a tooth causes root canals. The most common cause of this is a cavity that reaches the nerve at the tooth’s root. A regular cavity won’t cause any discomfort. But if a cavity reaches the nerve, it will cause a toothache. At this point, root canal therapy is necessary. If a patient leaves decay untreated, their tooth will become inflamed and often cause a dental abscess. Large fillings or crowns and severe trauma can also warrant the need for a root canal.
This is where your dentist will come into the picture. If decay or trauma needed to be treated in the past, dentists would have to remove the tooth. However, in modern dentistry, our general root canal dentists in Lincoln dental clinics can perform a root canal and place a crown much of the time. This saves your tooth instead of removing it, so patients can still use their teeth like normal.
Commonly Asked Questions About Root Canals
Does root canal therapy hurt?
Root canal therapy utilizes anesthesia, which numbs the patient’s mouth. Oral Sedation dentistry ensures that the patient is comfortable and relaxed. This method utilizes the option for prescription oral sedation along with a blend of aromas, blankets, pillows, and headphones. These factors all help contribute to a pleasant dental experience.
Is root canal therapy better than a dental implant?
If a tooth is not too severely infected, root canal therapy is a great option. At times, a tooth that is very severely infected or inflamed will require extraction and an implant instead of root canal therapy. The correct treatment option will be determined depending upon the condition of the tooth.
I’m looking for a dentist near me that accepts Aetna dental insurance. Can Lincoln Dental Plans help me?
We made Lincoln Dental Plans primarily for families without dental insurance. However, we can help those looking for a dentist that accepts all major insurance plans! Don’t hesitate to call any of our providers and ask how they can help. Many of them accept most major insurance plans.
Should an endodontist perform my root canal?
A root canal can be performed in 1 or 2 appointments without the need for an endodontist in our group of dental providers. In rare cases, a root canal will require an endodontist if the procedure is more complicated than a routine root canal.
If you have a toothache or an abscess, please call any of our offices or schedule an appointment below. When you do, be sure to ask about Lincoln Dental Plans, and we will help you get signed up.
I’m looking for an affordable root canal procedure. Can Lincoln Dental Plans help?
Yes! Lincoln Dental Plans allows patients to have access to low-cost dental care, including root canal procedures. Our dental discount plans can help you find an affordable dentist near you. Use the form below to schedule an appointment with any of our providers, or call today!
I need a root canal. Do endodontists in town accept Lincoln Dental Plans?
Our Lincoln Dentists are not endodontists but do perform root canals. Lincoln Dental Plans allows coverage for root canals performed by dentists, making them more affordable.
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1. Pick a location.
2. Call our team for enrollment.
3. Start enjoying plan benefits today.
Membership Coverage
LDP Annual Plan Benefits
| Dental X-rays | 100% |
| Comprehensive Exam | 100% |
| 2 Emergency Exams | 100% |
| 2 Routine Dental Cleanings (Every 12 Months) Coverage | 100% |
| Discounts on Select Procedures | 25% |
Through LDP, Members Receive A 25% Discount On The Following Procedures:
| Deep Cleanings | 25% |
| Periodontal Maintenance | 25% |
| Dental Crowns (Excludes Cosmetic Crowns) | 25% |
| White Fillings | 25% |
| Root Canals / Extractions | 25% |
Our Partnered Locations
Lincoln Family Dentistry
(Central Lincoln)
402-467-1000
Northeast Lincoln Family Dentistry
(Northeast Lincoln)
402-890-8000
South Lincoln Family Dentistry
(South Lincoln)
402-413-7700
Preserve Family Dentistry
(East Lincoln)
402-413-7000
Northstar Dental
(North Lincoln)
402-742-0000
Coddington Dental
(West Lincoln)
402-438-5555
SouthPointe Dental
(Southwest Lincoln)
402-423-3333
Contact any of our locations for your dental needs, today!
This is a discount dental plan, not dental insurance. Our plan is designed to make quality dental care affordable to those who don’t have access to traditional dental coverage.
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