Root Canal San Antonio TX

What is a root canal?

A root canal is one of the most common dental procedures performed, well over 14 million every year. This simple treatment can save your natural teeth and prevent the need of dental implants or bridges.

Why a Root Canal? | Stages of a Root Canal | After a Root Canal | Root Canal Cost | Patient Reviews


Why do I need a root canal?


At the center of your tooth is pulp. Pulp is a collection of blood vessels that helps to build the surrounding tooth. Infection of the pulp can be caused by trauma to the tooth, deep decay, cracks and chips, or repeated dental procedures. Symptoms of the infection can be identified as visible injury or swelling of the tooth, sensitivity to temperature or pain in the tooth and gums.

If you experience any of these symptoms, your dentist will most likely recommend non-surgical treatment to eliminate the diseased pulp. This injured pulp is removed and the root canal system is thoroughly cleaned and sealed.

This therapy usually involves local anesthesia and may be completed in one or more visits depending on the treatment required. Success for this type of treatment occurs in about 90% of cases. If your tooth is not amenable to endodontic treatment or the chance of success is unfavorable, you will be informed at the time of consultation or when a complication becomes evident during or after treatment.

We use local anesthesia to eliminate discomfort. In addition, we will provide nitrous oxide analgesia, if indicated. You will be able to drive home after your treatment, and you probably will be comfortable returning to your normal routine. Please call us if you have questions: San Antonio Endodontics Phone Number 210-341-8281.

Are You Seeking Relief from a Painful or Sensitive Tooth?

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Stages of a Root Canal

Root Canal illustration: Healthy tooth roots and crowns in a lower jaw
Healthy Tooth
Root Canal illustration: A tooth anatomy diagram, highlighting pulp dentin and canal in a lower tooth
Tooth Anatomy
Root Canal illustration: Inflamed pulp and tooth decay for a lower molar tooth
Inflammation
Root Canal illustration: Lower molar tooth with its canals cleaned and an opening in the crown
Cleaned Canals
Root Canal illustration: Root canal filling of a tooth and temporary crown filling for a lower molar
Filling Placed
Root Canal illustration: Example of a lower molar tooth healed by root canal therapy
Healed Tooth

Endodontic Presentation

To provide you with a better understanding of endodontic procedures, we have provided the following multimedia presentation. Many common questions pertaining to root canal therapy are discussed.

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What happens after treatment?

When your root canal therapy has been completed, a record of your treatment will be sent to your restorative dentist. You should contact their office for a follow-up restoration within a few weeks of completion at our office. Your restorative dentist will decide on what type of restoration is necessary to protect your tooth. It is rare for endodontic patients to experience complications after routine endodontic treatment or microsurgery. If a problem does occur, however, we are available at all times to respond: San Antonio Endodontics Phone Number 210-341-8281. To prevent further decay, continue to practice good dental hygiene.

How much will it cost?

The cost associated with a root canal procedure can vary depending on factors, such as the severity of damage to the affected tooth and which tooth is affected. In general, endodontic treatment is much less expensive than tooth removal and replacement with an artificial tooth.

Patient Reviews: Root Canals

Read testimonials from our patients in their own words! Please visit the Patient Review Form page to leave a review about your root canal experience with this practice. Call our office if you would like more information: San Antonio Endodontics Phone Number 210-341-8281.

San Antonio Endodontics

5 out of 5 stars based on 85 Root Canal Therapy reviews

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My experience was easy going and Dr Cloutier & staff made the process/procedures nice and smooth. Thank you for serving me your expertise is greatly appreciated.

- Janie L

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Dr Cloutier and the entire staff were amazingly refreshing with genuine hospitality delivering professionally administered care ! I’ve experienced many a treatment from a variety of staffs and this entire staff Absolutely “Rocks” ! Dan

- Daniel K

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Thank you Dr. Bayat for you compassion and thoroughness today during my root canal. No surgey is fun especially tooth surgery. You were gentle, kind and explained exactly why I needed this procedure so i knew it was not for nothing. You made my anxiety and uneasiness so much more bearable. Thank you for treating me with that kindness and compassion. To my nurse Elida you showed me today there are still people in the healthcare setting that care about their patients physical wellbeing but also there mental wellbeing. Thank you for gently touching my arm when i was getting the sedation. My anxiety was high and I was exhausted from the pain. Your gentle touch was so needed and so appreciated. Never ever change that about you. You both made my whole experience fantastic and I will always reccomend you all to my dearest friends and family. Thank you!!!

- Jennifer P

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Dr. Cloutier has the hands of Angel . The lord has blessed this man. He is not only handsome, but has an angelic voice for singing, great sense of humor and is so calming with his overall angelic manner of practicing dentistry. His staff is just as incredible as him. I imagined it was going to be really painful, thank God I knew the Community Care for Veterans through the VA, knew where exactly where to send me. Dr. Cloutier and his staff practically roll out the red carpet for their patients. If anyone is looking for an Angel to perform their next root canal, I would highly recommend San Antonio Edontontist, with Dr Cloutier.

- Sandra C

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Outstanding Experience! I had a root canal procedure on August 19, and I am beyond impressed with the entire experience. Having had root canals before, I can honestly say this was the first time I experienced absolutely no pain—during the procedure or afterwards. Dr. Cloutier and his team were exceptional. They combined professionalism with a warm, welcoming approach that made me feel like a truly valued patient. The level of care, attention, and skill exceeded my expectations, and I would confidently recommend this office to friends, family, and even strangers. Thank you to Dr. Cloutier and staff for providing such outstanding service!

- Glenise R

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Somewhere toward the end of Apr 202, 2025, Dr Cloutier did my root canal. I was very surprised how painless it was. Nothing like the first one I had done. For some reason, my dental insurance didn't cover it, so I paid out of my own pocket. So I'm having a routine check up with my regular dentist and the office staff informs me that my insurance hasn't paid pass procedures since last summer. What is going on? So I paid San Antonio Endodontics a visit to see if they could provide me with the paperwork so I could submit a claim on my own. To make a long story short, my dental insurance wasn't paying anybody because they did not have my primary insurance info. As far as I know, I only have one dental insurance. Now that I have Medicare Advantage, there is another dental insurance under my plan. I never knew. I stepped into San Antonio Endodontics and the staff was fantastic. From the receptionist, who greeted me and was eager to help with my situation, to Jeannette Cardenas, who took the time to call my insurance and find out what's happening and then called my regular dentist staff office to explain what needed to be done for everyone to get paid. I have NEVER been to a medical office where the staff was so very helpful. I just wanted to express my appreciate to the wonderful staff at San Antonio Endodontics. Everyone I met there was super. Please keep up the great work. Dr Cloutier, if you are the BOSS, you have a great team. You need to buy them all lunch. (LOL)

- Sandra Trevino T

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I suffer from severe anxiety and needed a root canal. The hardest part of my whole experience was being told that I needed one. After that, it was one of the easiest experiences I have been through. Painless and fast. I cannot thank Dr. Bayat enough for his patience and care through this whole process.

- Violet E

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Dr. Bayat did an excellent job on my root canal. I experienced very little pain during and after the procedure. Everyone in the office was extremely nice. The nurse who worked with Dr. Bayat was very friendly and professional at her job.

- Tom S

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Dr. Bayat and his assistant Jocelyn were amazing! 🤩 I was so nervous and my anxiety was kicking in but Dr. Bayat calmed me down by talking to me calmly me by reassuring me I was going to be okay. The music in the background calmed me too, he was listening to 80’s classics. Music. I am a Gen X so the music took me down memory lane. The front office staff is amazing, kind, courteous and excellent customer service! My overall experience was great! I would definitely recommend San Antonio Endodontics! God bless you all!

- Peggy E

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Dr. Cloutier is absolutely the best ever! I have had root canals in the past, but I’ve never had 2 back-to-back with no pain. His staff is also very professional. Please!! If you need an endodontist, please contact Dr. Cloutier at SA Endodontist!! Professional, knowledgeable, experienced, and caring!!

- Sylvia C

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I was so nervous and in so much pain when my dentist hit a nerve during my root canal procedure. He told me that he couldn't complete it and that I needed to go see a Endodontist to finish the root canal, so I was referred to Dr. Saeed Bayat. At my consult, he explained everything that was going to happen and made me feel at ease about the procedure and that it wouldn't be a problem. I've never had a root canal done where I absolutely had no pain!!! I think that I may have even dosed off for a minute or two, that's how good he is! He checked on me constantly during the procedure and afterwards to make sure that I was doing okay. No pain from my root canal afterwards and going into the second day. I hope that I never again have to go to get a root canal or any other dental surgery needed by a Endodontist but if I do, there is only one doctor that I am going to see Dr. Saeed Bayat!!! Thank you and your team so much!

- Ray S

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Highly recommend this business , i felt no pain whatsoever, very professional work done on my root canal , would definitely use them again if needed 100% ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- Aida R

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Dr Bayaat and assistant did a great job helping me to resolve an unfinished root canal. Kind, knowledgeable, considerate. Interfaced with my dental office to prepare and complete build on the crown to complete molar rotation.

- Kristi M

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Dr. Cloutier was amazing. The procedure was quick and pretty painless. Just watching him and his assistant Allison was like watching a well oiled machine working in unison. I highly recommend Dr. Cloutier at the San Antonio Endodontics. I hope not to need anymore root canals, but so happy to know that Dr. Cloutier is there if needed once again.

- Randy P

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I had an exceptional experience. From the initial consultation to the completion of my root canal, Dr. Coultier, his assistant Heather and their team demonstrated professionalism, kindness, and a genuine concern for my comfort and well-being. Dr Coultier was singing softly to songs on the radio as he worked and he has a great voice. Very soothing and relaxing environment with my “singing dentist.” LOL. The procedure was thoroughly explained to me, and I was kept informed throughout the process. Dr. Coultier was gentle, skilled, and made sure I was comfortable during the entire procedure. He also gives pain free numbing injections, especially the one in the roof of my mouth. The office staff was friendly, efficient, and made scheduling a breeze. I was impressed by the state-of-the-art equipment and technology used in the office. I highly recommend SA Endodontists to anyone seeking endodontic care. They truly deserve 5 stars!"

- Vivien K

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Dr. Bayat was very kind and attentive.

- Monica C

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Dr. Cloutier and staff were wonderful! I had a root canal and the procedure was quick and painless. Definitely recommend to anyone needing a root canal!

- Tonia F

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Allison and Dr. Cloutier were amazing. They knew exactly what they were doing. They worked like a well oiled machine. The root canal procedure went flawless. Root canals are their bread and butter, it's what they do here. Dr. Cloutier was very calm and collected and makes you feel at ease. He has soft music playing in the background and he hums along with the songs to help him stay focused and in the zone. I also enjoyed the music as it also help me focus on something else. It was a great experience. I will def be coming back for future procedures if and when needed. I will also recommend them to my family and friends.

- Chris G

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Great experience! The entire staff is attentive and professional. Dr. Bayat explained the procedure and kept me updated throughout the process. I was extremely happy with every aspect of the visit.

- Charles A

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I had the best experience. Dr. Bayat and Tristen were excellent and very professional. Dr. Bayat made sure I was comfortable the entire time of my procedure. I highly recommend Dr. Bayat. I can’t say enough of the wonderful experience!

- Carrie Schlattner S

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