6213–2850 Shaughnessy St,
Port Coquitlam, V3C 6K5
- Text us: 604-200-9047
Root canal therapy removes infected or inflamed tissue from inside a tooth so we can stop the pain and save the tooth instead of pulling it. At Poco Dental Group on Shaughnessy Street in Port Coquitlam, our team performs root canal treatment (also called RCT or endodontic treatment) for patients dealing with a badly decayed, cracked, or infected tooth. Most root canal procedures are done in one to two visits, and we use modern techniques to keep you comfortable the whole way through.
We’ve been treating patients in Port Coquitlam since 1992. Our team combines decades of experience with modern endodontic techniques to help you get out of pain and keep your natural tooth. With 400+ Google 5-Star Reviews, we are a trusted dental clinic in Port Coquitlam, providing affordable dental care for all patients. Walk in today!
Not sure if that toothache is something a filling can fix, or if you need root canal therapy? Watch for:
If you’re dealing with any of these, it’s worth getting checked soon. An infected tooth left untreated doesn’t heal on its own. It can spread infection, damage the bone underneath, and eventually cost you the tooth.
We know “root canal” has a scary reputation, so here’s exactly what to expect:
A single-canal tooth (like a front tooth) is often finished in one appointment. Molars with multiple canals sometimes need two visits.
Most private dental plans cover 50 to 80 percent of root canal treatment. If you’re eligible under the Canadian Dental Care Plan, root canal therapy may also be covered, and standard cases usually don’t need pre-authorization. Bring your plan details to your visit, and we’ll help you figure out what’s covered.
If a tooth is badly infected, you generally have two choices: save it with a root canal or remove it. Root canal therapy lets you keep your natural tooth, your bite stays the same, and neighbouring teeth don’t shift. Extraction is cheaper upfront, but replacing a missing tooth later with an implant or bridge almost always costs more in the long run. That’s why we recommend saving the natural tooth whenever it’s a realistic option.
Poco Dental Group is on Shaughnessy Street in Port Coquitlam, just off Lougheed Highway and close to Highway 7. That makes us an easy drive for patients across the Tri-Cities and beyond who need root canal treatment fast. We regularly see patients coming from:
If you’re searching for a root canal dentist near Port Coquitlam, we’re set up to get you in quickly, especially if you’re in pain.
Root canal treatment is a dental procedure used to remove infected or damaged pulp (the soft tissue inside a tooth). After cleaning and disinfecting the root canals, the space is filled and sealed to save the natural tooth.
If you’re in pain and we have availability, we do our best to see emergency root canal cases the same day. Call us directly to check what’s open today.
Contrary to common belief, modern root canal treatments are usually not painful. With local anesthesia and improved techniques, most patients report discomfort similar to getting a filling rather than severe pain.
A root canal typically takes 1–2 appointments, each lasting about 30–90 minutes depending on the complexity of the tooth and infection.
Root canal treatment helps save your natural tooth, relieves pain, prevents the spread of infection, and restores normal chewing function—making it a better option than tooth extraction in most cases.
You may need a root canal if you experience severe tooth pain, prolonged sensitivity to hot or cold, swollen gums, or a cracked or deeply decayed tooth. These are signs of infection in the tooth pulp that require immediate dental care.
Our Saturday hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, so we’re not open for evening appointments on Saturdays. If evenings work better for you, ask us about weekday evening availability.
Yes. We regularly treat patients coming from Port Moody, Maple Ridge, Coquitlam, and Pitt Meadows. Our location is easy to reach from Lougheed Highway and Highway 7.