Gentle Root Canal Treatment in Weehawken

A root canal procedure may be necessary when a tooth is severely decayed, infected, or damaged. Typically, root canal treatment helps you avoid losing an unhealthy tooth.

With our innovative technology and skilled professionals at our modern, state-of-the-art dental practice in Weehawken, we provide the best root canal treatment for Hoboken, West New York, Edgewater, and Bulls Ferry patients. Our root canal therapy is performed in a relaxing environment where your comfort is our priority. With fast and gentle techniques, you can rest assured that your root canal will be as comfortable and quick as possible.

What Is a Root Canal?

A root canal is a procedure designed to remove infection from the core of a tooth, where dental pulp and nerves reside. When bacteria enter this area — often through chips, cracks, decay, or fractures — they can cause painful infections or abscesses that, if untreated, may lead to tooth loss. A root canal in Weehawken thoroughly cleans out the infection, relieves discomfort, and strengthens the tooth, allowing you to preserve your natural smile.


Get Fast Tooth Pain Relief with High-Quality Root Canal Treatment

Our highly trained expert team can determine whether you need an endodontic procedure, such as a root canal. However, there are some signs to look out for which can indicate you require a root canal treatment. The symptoms include abscessed teeth and gums accompanied by drainage, persistent pain or throbbing while chewing, sensitivity to hot and cold foods and beverages, tenderness in the gums and lymph nodes, swollen gums, or discoloration of a tooth.

Common symptoms of needing a root canal include: 

  • Abscessed teeth and gums accompanied by drainage
  • Persistent pain or throbbing while chewing
  • Tooth sensitivity to hot and cold foods and beverages
  • Tenderness in the gums and lymph nodes
  • Swollen gums
  • Tooth discoloration


Root canal treatment is a routine process requiring one or two dental visits. Digital X-rays can help assess the degree of tooth decay and bacterial infection. To begin treatment, local anesthesia is the preferred method to numb the tooth and the surrounding area so that there is no discomfort.

When you are fully numb, our root canal specialists in Weehawken create a hole in the tooth, allowing access to the infected inner portion. Our root canal specialist then removes damaged tissue, bacteria, and debris. Lastly, the canal is thoroughly cleaned and disinfected.

When the pulp has been fully removed, our root canal specialist seals the nerve canal and places a temporary filling until you are ready for the permanent filling and crown. A custom-made crown or bridge is then used to cap the tooth.

Most people experience immediate pain relief after the root canal procedure.

Tooth Extractions

Tooth extraction in Weehawken is sometimes the only option for broken or severely decayed teeth. Extractions are also typically recommended for wisdom teeth. We know the thought of removing a tooth can be nerve-wracking, so we have streamlined the process to be straightforward, painless, and fast.

When extracting a tooth, it is important to preserve the jawbone in the area where the tooth once was. One of our expert dental providers may speak to you about dental implants, bone grafting, or other preservation procedures to accomplish this.

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Skyline Dental Designs

800 Avenue at Port Imperial Blvd. Suite 2
Weehawken, NJ 07086
(201) 268-3288

* Our office is conveniently located on Avenue at Port Imperial, directly next to the NY Waterway Weehawken Ferry Terminal. We offer free garage parking for all of our patients! We also have free curbside parking for those that may wish to park streetside.

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