Emergencies and Root Canals in Salem, OR
Dental emergencies never happen at a convenient time—but Roots Dental Salem is here when you need us. Whether you’re a current patient or new to our office, Dr. Seth Huish offers same-day emergency care to relieve pain fast and protect your smile.
Common dental emergencies we treat include:
Broken or knocked-out teeth
Lost crowns, fillings, or bridges
Gum pain, swelling, or bleeding
Broken dentures or partials
Toothaches or sensitivity to heat/cold
To help prevent emergencies, be sure to keep up with your routine cleanings and exams every six months. Early detection means easier, less costly treatment.
Root Canal Treatment in Salem, OR
One of the most common dental emergency procedures we perform is root canal treatment. While many patients would prefer to avoid root canal therapy altogether, this tooth-saving procedure is actually designed to relieve pain and save your tooth from extraction.
Using modern rotary instruments, Dr. Huish will clean infection and bacteria from the internal canals in the teeth and seal the tooth with a restoration designed to add stability and strength to the tooth. In most cases, dental crowns are the best option, especially for molars, which absorb most of the force from chewing.
While it is common to feel slight sensitivity for a few days, having a root canal eliminates the problem of infected teeth and helps patients get on track for healing and feeling like themselves again.
Dr. Abigail Rapchick
General Dentist
Dr. Abigail Rapchick
General Dentist
Dr. Abigail Rapchick grew up on a farm in the Finger Lakes region of New York State. Her childhood was spent outdoors, participating in 4-H and Pony Club, and working in her mothers extensive flower and vegetable gardens. She attended the University at Buffalo where she earned her Bachelors of Science in Biomedical Science, before continuing on to obtain her Doctor of Dental Surgery at UB as well. After graduating she moved to Albuquerque, NM to complete a residency in Advanced Education in General Dentistry, where she received additional training in all aspects of dentistry.
In her spare time, Abigail enjoys outdoor activities such as hiking, camping and rock climbing. She has had a blast exploring the PNW so far and is always looking for new trail recommendations! Her creative nature is expressed through trying new recipes in the kitchen, and her never-ending mixed media art projects.
Finish the sentence with Dr. Rapchick;
One new skill I would like to learn is… How to fly an airplane.
If I wasn’t a dentist I would be… A jeweler, or jewelry designer.
One place I would like to travel to someday is… New Zealand
Dr. Seth Huish
Dentist
Dr. Seth Huish
Dr. Seth Huish knew from a young age that he wanted to be a dentist after having an exceptional dental experience himself as a child. He’s used his passion for helping other people to build a patient-centered dental practice in Salem, OR that focuses on building relationships based on mutual trust and respect.
Dr. Huish received his undergraduate degree at Brigham Young University-Hawaii on the island of Oahu. Then he completed his additional dental training at the Oregon Health & Science University and continued his dental education with post-graduate studies in implantology.
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