If you are experiencing tooth pain or sensitivity; discomfort when chewing or drinking something cold; facial swelling; or general dental discomfort, you may have an infection in one or more of your teeth. After an accurate diagnosis from Dr. Paape, we may be able to alleviate your symptoms and save your existing tooth with a root canal. A root canal procedure cleans the nerve, blood vessels and connective tissues in the root canal and allows the tooth to be restored for long-term function.