Saving Your Natural Tooth
Root canal therapy involves removing the infected pulp from the tooth and filling the space with specialised dental materials, restoring full function. Keeping your natural tooth helps maintain the strength of your jawbone and surrounding tissues while preventing further discomfort and future costs.
Signs You May Need a Root Canal:
- Sensitivity to hot or cold
- Severe tooth pain
- Swollen or reddened gums near the affected area
- Tooth discolouration
- A gum abscess, often resembling a small pimple
The Root Canal Treatment Plan
A root canal is typically completed in one or two visits and is performed by a dentist or endodontist. Here’s how the procedure is carried out:
Diagnosis and Treatment Plan
An X-ray is taken to assess the tooth and surrounding bone, helping to pinpoint the cause of your symptoms. If necessary, antibiotics may be prescribed to reduce infection and swelling before treatment. Since abscess-related inflammation is often the main source of discomfort, addressing it beforehand helps make the procedure more comfortable.
Prepping the Tooth
To ensure a pain-free experience, the area is gently numbed before treatment begins. Once fully anesthetized, a small opening is made in the tooth to remove the infected pulp, bacteria, and damaged nerve tissue.
Sealing the Tooth
For severe infections, medication may be placed inside the tooth to eliminate any remaining bacteria. If multiple sessions are needed, a temporary filling is applied to protect the tooth between visits. Once the infection is cleared and the tooth is healthy, it is permanently sealed to restore function.
Contact us today
to schedule an initial consultation & exam.
Your consultation will include an examination of everything from your teeth, gums and soft tissues to the shape and condition of your bite. Generally, we want to see how your whole mouth looks and functions. Before we plan your treatment we want to know everything about the health and aesthetic of your smile, and, most importantly, what you want to achieve so we can help you get there.
Frequently Asked Questions
Tooth damage can result from deep decay, trauma, a dead nerve, a loose filling or crown, or a crack or chip in the tooth.
With modern techniques and advanced technology, combined with a compassionate approach, our experienced team ensures that root canal treatments are virtually pain-free.
Once a root canal is required, the pulp and nerve inside the tooth have usually already begun to deteriorate. Since infected tissue cannot heal on its own and remains prone to further infection, removing the pulp is the safest and most effective treatment.
Most root canals are completed in one or two visits. Less complex cases generally take 30 to 60 minutes, while more involved procedures may last up to 90 minutes.
Coverage varies depending on your insurance plan. After a consultation, we can provide an estimated cost for submission to your provider. Since delaying treatment can lead to further complications, we encourage addressing any concerns with our team.
For molars and premolars, a dental crown is usually recommended to restore strength and function. However, front teeth such as incisors and canines may not always require a crown.
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