Root canal retreatment in Tzur Hadassah.
A root canal done years ago can reinfect or never fully settle. When that happens for a Tzur Hadassah patient, Dr. Gabriel Joel, DMD reopens the tooth, clears out the old canal, and refills it in-house — USA-trained, with advanced training in root canal treatment. The clinic is a short drive down the road on Harav Kook 28/1 in Beit Shemesh, with same-day appointments when a tooth that was already treated starts hurting again.
Dr. Gabriel Joel, DMD
One dentist, one practice on Harav Kook Street in Beit Shemesh. Root canals, extractions and oral surgery are all done here, so you're not sent elsewhere mid-treatment, and you're told what it costs before anything starts.
- DMD, Case Western Reserve University (2012)
- General practice residency, St. Vincent Charity Medical Center
- Licensed dentist, State of Georgia, USA — licence DN122964, active
- Extensive experience in root canal treatment and emergency dental care
- Former head doctor, major Israeli dental clinic
- Member, Israel Dental Association
Dr. Gabriel Joel, DMD
DMD, Case Western Reserve University (2012)
US-licensed dentist (Georgia) · Israel Dental Association member
We save the tooth first
Extraction only when a root canal can't work
Root canals, with a gentle touch.
Same-day · Message for a quote
Broken or cracked tooth?
Often means the root canal needs treating
Emergency tooth pain
Seen same-day, after-hours by request
Three steps. No surprises.
You'll know the price before you're in the chair — no surprise bills after the drill is already running.
- 01Message or call us
Send us a quick description on WhatsApp or call directly. We'll point you in the right direction and get you a same-day slot if it's urgent.
- 02Exam, X-ray, honest plan
Dr. Joel examines the tooth and tells you exactly what's wrong and what it'll cost — before anything starts.
- 03Treated, in-house
Root canals, extractions, and oral surgery are all handled on-site — no waiting on a referral.
Real patients.
Real relief.
Five-star reviews from our patients on Google
Read all reviews on GoogleI had a broken tooth and was very relieved to find an appointment available so quickly. The entire procedure was smooth, quick, and completely painless. The filling looks amazing and very natural.
ד״ר גבריאל יואל הוא רופא שיניים פנומנלי ומקצוען אמיתי! הגעתי עם חרדות קשות ולחץ מטורף מהזריקה ומהטיפול. מהרגע הראשון ד״ר יואל והצוות היו סבלניים והרגיעו אותי.
I was very afraid of going to the dentist, but from the moment I arrived, I felt safe and comfortable. They made me feel completely at ease and never judged me for my fear.
Dr Joel was so wonderful!!! He was super patient and generous with his time, with my very sensitive 12 year old who needed a root canal. He even suggested we come back when she didn't feel ready for the treatment on the first appointment. He was thorough, explained everything he was doing, and super professional. Thank you so much! I hope we don't need to come back, but if we do, it will certainly be to you!
הגעתי לד"ר גבריאל יואל עם הבן שלי לייעוץ ולטיפול בשן מסובכת. הרופא היה מאד מקצועי, עדין וסבלן. הסביר לנו הכל ועבד בסבלנות ובעדינות. הבן שלי מאד רגיש לטיפול ולמרות זה הוא היה רגוע ולא היו לו כאבים בכלל, לא במשך הטיפול ולא אחרי הטיפול. אני ממליצה מאד לטפל אצל ד"ר גבריאל, ושמחה שבחרנו בו לטיפול השיניים.
ד״ר נחמד מאוד ומקצועי, רגיש לכאבים ועזר מאוד.
My son had 2 teeth extracted and asked me to leave 5 stars because the doctor was gentle and gave the shot at the pace he wanted. Highly recommend.
Five-star reviews from our patients on Google
Read all reviews on GoogleI had a broken tooth and was very relieved to find an appointment available so quickly. The entire procedure was smooth, quick, and completely painless. The filling looks amazing and very natural.
ד״ר גבריאל יואל הוא רופא שיניים פנומנלי ומקצוען אמיתי! הגעתי עם חרדות קשות ולחץ מטורף מהזריקה ומהטיפול. מהרגע הראשון ד״ר יואל והצוות היו סבלניים והרגיעו אותי.
I was very afraid of going to the dentist, but from the moment I arrived, I felt safe and comfortable. They made me feel completely at ease and never judged me for my fear.
Dr Joel was so wonderful!!! He was super patient and generous with his time, with my very sensitive 12 year old who needed a root canal. He even suggested we come back when she didn't feel ready for the treatment on the first appointment. He was thorough, explained everything he was doing, and super professional. Thank you so much! I hope we don't need to come back, but if we do, it will certainly be to you!
הגעתי לד"ר גבריאל יואל עם הבן שלי לייעוץ ולטיפול בשן מסובכת. הרופא היה מאד מקצועי, עדין וסבלן. הסביר לנו הכל ועבד בסבלנות ובעדינות. הבן שלי מאד רגיש לטיפול ולמרות זה הוא היה רגוע ולא היו לו כאבים בכלל, לא במשך הטיפול ולא אחרי הטיפול. אני ממליצה מאד לטפל אצל ד"ר גבריאל, ושמחה שבחרנו בו לטיפול השיניים.
ד״ר נחמד מאוד ומקצועי, רגיש לכאבים ועזר מאוד.
My son had 2 teeth extracted and asked me to leave 5 stars because the doctor was gentle and gave the shot at the pace he wanted. Highly recommend.
Five-star reviews from our patients on Google
Read all reviews on GoogleI had a broken tooth and was very relieved to find an appointment available so quickly. The entire procedure was smooth, quick, and completely painless. The filling looks amazing and very natural.
ד״ר גבריאל יואל הוא רופא שיניים פנומנלי ומקצוען אמיתי! הגעתי עם חרדות קשות ולחץ מטורף מהזריקה ומהטיפול. מהרגע הראשון ד״ר יואל והצוות היו סבלניים והרגיעו אותי.
I was very afraid of going to the dentist, but from the moment I arrived, I felt safe and comfortable. They made me feel completely at ease and never judged me for my fear.
Dr Joel was so wonderful!!! He was super patient and generous with his time, with my very sensitive 12 year old who needed a root canal. He even suggested we come back when she didn't feel ready for the treatment on the first appointment. He was thorough, explained everything he was doing, and super professional. Thank you so much! I hope we don't need to come back, but if we do, it will certainly be to you!
הגעתי לד"ר גבריאל יואל עם הבן שלי לייעוץ ולטיפול בשן מסובכת. הרופא היה מאד מקצועי, עדין וסבלן. הסביר לנו הכל ועבד בסבלנות ובעדינות. הבן שלי מאד רגיש לטיפול ולמרות זה הוא היה רגוע ולא היו לו כאבים בכלל, לא במשך הטיפול ולא אחרי הטיפול. אני ממליצה מאד לטפל אצל ד"ר גבריאל, ושמחה שבחרנו בו לטיפול השיניים.
ד״ר נחמד מאוד ומקצועי, רגיש לכאבים ועזר מאוד.
My son had 2 teeth extracted and asked me to leave 5 stars because the doctor was gentle and gave the shot at the pace he wanted. Highly recommend.
Five-star reviews from our patients on Google
Read all reviews on GoogleI had a broken tooth and was very relieved to find an appointment available so quickly. The entire procedure was smooth, quick, and completely painless. The filling looks amazing and very natural.
ד״ר גבריאל יואל הוא רופא שיניים פנומנלי ומקצוען אמיתי! הגעתי עם חרדות קשות ולחץ מטורף מהזריקה ומהטיפול. מהרגע הראשון ד״ר יואל והצוות היו סבלניים והרגיעו אותי.
I was very afraid of going to the dentist, but from the moment I arrived, I felt safe and comfortable. They made me feel completely at ease and never judged me for my fear.
Dr Joel was so wonderful!!! He was super patient and generous with his time, with my very sensitive 12 year old who needed a root canal. He even suggested we come back when she didn't feel ready for the treatment on the first appointment. He was thorough, explained everything he was doing, and super professional. Thank you so much! I hope we don't need to come back, but if we do, it will certainly be to you!
הגעתי לד"ר גבריאל יואל עם הבן שלי לייעוץ ולטיפול בשן מסובכת. הרופא היה מאד מקצועי, עדין וסבלן. הסביר לנו הכל ועבד בסבלנות ובעדינות. הבן שלי מאד רגיש לטיפול ולמרות זה הוא היה רגוע ולא היו לו כאבים בכלל, לא במשך הטיפול ולא אחרי הטיפול. אני ממליצה מאד לטפל אצל ד"ר גבריאל, ושמחה שבחרנו בו לטיפול השיניים.
ד״ר נחמד מאוד ומקצועי, רגיש לכאבים ועזר מאוד.
My son had 2 teeth extracted and asked me to leave 5 stars because the doctor was gentle and gave the shot at the pace he wanted. Highly recommend.
“Hi guys, I hope you both hear this message. I wanted to tell you that I was in awe when I walked out of your clinic. I came home and said to my family: I met the teeth tzaddik in this world, mamash. You guys were so amazing, so caring, so professional. I don't even have words for how we can thank you. I woke up in the morning — he had pain, but he took a painkiller and that helped him too. He took one last night. But thank God, he feels much better. And we're just so happy that we found you guys and that you took care of us. And I've told so many people, even since Friday — listen, we found the real dentist in this world. So, wow. Thank you so, so much. You guys were amazing, I really appreciate it. We'll be in touch after Tisha B'Av and we'll finish the treatment and what needs to be done. Thank you so, so much. Shavua tov.”
Serving greater Beit Shemesh.
Same-day appointments, every day.
One practice on Harav Kook Street, kept deliberately fast to book — that's how we hold same-day emergency slots open for patients in real pain.
- Beit Shemesh
- Ramat Beit Shemesh Aleph
- Ramat Beit Shemesh Bet
- Ramat Beit Shemesh Gimmel
- Old Beit Shemesh
- Sheinfeld
- Telz Stone
- Tzur Hadassah
- Jerusalem
- Har Nof
- Ramot
- Bayit Vegan
- Givat Shaul
- Modiin
Not sure if you're close enough? Call 055-985-8845 — if same-day doesn't work, we'll get you the next available slot.
See all areas we serve →Common questions.
Does a root canal hurt?
With modern anesthesia, the tooth being treated is fully numb during the procedure. Most patients feel pressure, not pain — the pain people associate with root canals is usually the infection itself, before treatment.
How do I know if I need a root canal or an extraction?
It depends on how much healthy tooth structure is left and whether the infection has damaged the surrounding bone. We'll always try to save the natural tooth with a root canal first, and only recommend extraction when a tooth genuinely can't be saved.
Can antibiotics replace a root canal?
No. Antibiotics can calm an infection temporarily, but they don't remove the damaged tissue inside the tooth causing it. Without treatment, the infection typically returns.
Why does tooth pain get worse at night?
Lying down increases blood flow to the head, which raises pressure inside an already inflamed tooth. Night pain is a common sign the nerve is affected and worth getting checked rather than waiting out.
What if I can't get an appointment today?
Message us on WhatsApp with your symptoms — we triage every message and will tell you honestly whether it can wait or needs to be seen same-day.
Tzur Hadassah is a short drive up the road from Beit Shemesh, so patients come to the clinic quickly — we treat everything here, including same-day emergencies.
Redoing a failed root canal for Tzur Hadassah — close to home, and same-day when it flares
How you know an old root canal has failed
A root canal is supposed to be the last time a tooth gives you trouble, so it is genuinely worrying when one that was treated years ago starts to ache again, throbs the moment you bite on it, or turns tender to hot drinks and pressure. Other giveaways are a small pimple on the gum that keeps filling and draining, a lingering bad taste, or a puffiness that comes and goes near the root. None of it means the dentist who did the first treatment was careless — a sealed canal can reinfect for reasons no one could have headed off.
The usual culprits are a canal so narrow or sharply curved that it could never be fully cleaned the first time round, a crown or filling that has since started to leak and let bacteria back in behind it, a fresh cavity working its way under an old restoration, or a fine crack that has widened over the years. Retreatment is the second look that goes back in, finds whatever was missed, and seals it properly — so the tooth can finally settle instead of flaring up every few months.
Retreatment, or is the tooth past saving
The honest first question with a failed root canal is not how to redo it but whether it is worth reopening at all. A tooth that still has solid walls and a canal that can be reached again is usually well worth keeping — a second root canal has a real, good chance of holding for the long run, and your own tooth in your own jaw beats anything that would replace it. That is the conversation we have before a decision is made, not after.
When the root has cracked down its length, or so little tooth is left above the gum that there is nothing to anchor a new crown to, retreatment stops being the sensible route and a planned extraction — with an implant or bridge to follow — becomes the more honest answer. You will be told plainly which of the two the tooth is, rather than talked into a treatment that was never going to last a year.
A short drive from Tzur Hadassah — seen today when it can't wait
Tzur Hadassah sits in the Judean hills a short drive up the road from Beit Shemesh, this side of Beitar Illit, so getting to the clinic is a quick trip down rather than a slog into Jerusalem and a hunt for parking. The clinic is on Harav Kook 28/1 in Beit Shemesh, and because Tzur Hadassah is close and familiar ground for the practice, patients here are treated as part of the home base rather than a distant appointment.
That closeness is why a treated tooth that suddenly flares does not have to wait: we hold same-day slots for exactly this, and evenings can be arranged when the pain lands after hours. Send a WhatsApp with a short description and, if you have them, a photo of the tooth and of any old X-rays you were given at the first treatment — it lets us judge before you set off whether the tooth is worth reopening and how quickly you should come in.
What redoing the root canal actually involves
The tooth is numbed all the way through before anything starts. The old sealing material — and, where there is one, the crown or the post cemented into the root — is eased out carefully to reach the canals again. Every canal is re-cleaned, any anatomy the first treatment could not find is opened and shaped, and the whole space is disinfected and resealed. Because a retreatment means unpicking someone else's work before redoing your own, it usually runs a little longer than a first root canal and now and then needs a second visit; that is ordinary, not a sign anything has gone wrong.
A tooth that has been opened twice is more brittle than one treated once, which is why the build-up and the new crown that follow are what actually keep it in your mouth for the years ahead — not the filling in the canal on its own. Doing the retreatment, the build-up and the crown in one place, with one dentist, is what stops the job stretching across months of referrals, and it means the tooth leaves protected instead of sitting under a temporary filling waiting to split.
Cost, said plainly
This is private care, and a retreatment is quoted after a proper look, because the work genuinely depends on what is inside the tooth — a single straightforward canal and a molar with a post cemented deep into the root are not the same job and it would be dishonest to price them the same. What you get before anything begins is an exact figure on WhatsApp, including whether a new crown is part of it, so nothing is added once the drill is running.
Dr. Joel is USA-trained and works in both English and Hebrew, which for much of Tzur Hadassah takes a real obstacle out of the way when you are trying to describe exactly how a tooth that was already treated now feels. Reach the clinic on 055-985-8845 or over WhatsApp, and you will get an honest answer on whether the tooth is worth redoing and how soon you should be seen.
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Tooth pain?
Let's fix it today.
Message Dr. Gabriel Joel, DMD directly on WhatsApp — no call centre, no sales script. We'll tell you what it'll cost before you sit in the chair.