Root Canal Treatment
Rooth Canal Treatment is a dental procedure to relieve pain caused in the pulp (the centre part of the tooth) and to remove infected tissues. With this procedure, we can avoid tooth extraction and prevent further pain. There are many reasons the pulp can get infected, such as a cracked filling, tooth decay, or damage caused by trauma. Signs you need root canal treatment are tooth pain that lasts, sensitivity to heat and cold, swollen gums, and tooth discolouration.
Root Canal Treatment relieves pain and preserves the tooth
When a patient experiences heavy toothache, they are so desperate to get relief from the pain that they ask their dentist to remove the tooth immediately. We can understand this kind of desperation; however, if the tooth can be saved and the pain relieved, we recommend root canal treatment because, in a year, millions of teeth are preserved and made healthy again by going ahead with root canal treatment instead of extraction.
Signs you need root canal treatment:
- Unbearable pain deep in your tooth while eating and chewing.
- Sensitivity to heat and cold, which remains after the temperature stabilises.
- Tooth decolouration.
- Swollen and tender gums by the infected tooth.
- When you experience these symptoms, you are advised to contact us.
What happens during a Root Canal Treatment?
The first step to treating an infection with a root canal procedure is to determine the infection’s degree using an X-ray. Then, you will be placed under local anaesthetic to relieve the pain that comes during and after the procedure.
The general dentist or endodontist will drill an opening into the tooth and, by using small dental instruments, will remove the infected and damaged pulp tissue.
When the above procedure is done, there are two options. The dentist can close up the tooth there and place a temporary filling on the crown to keep out debris and saliva and protect the tooth while a customized crown is made. We place rubber in the canal from where the damaged tissues were removed to close up the tooth, and the filling is placed over the opening hole.
The best action is a crown, filling or other tooth restoration procedure to restore a pain-free state. Patients who previously have experienced root canal treatment suggest it is no different than having their cavities filled their cavities.
Root Canal Treatment is the best solution for tooth pain.
Root Canal Treatment is the best solution to relieve toothache and save the tooth from tooth extraction. If you maintain good oral hygiene by brushing your teeth at least twice a day, flossing regularly and visiting your dentist to check the state of your root canal, crown and fillings, you can prevent further root canal treatments.
Frequently asked questions
Root Canal Therapy is an efficient way of relieving pain. Research shows that 95% of root canal therapies are successful, and most teeth are preserved and have a long lifespan.
After the local anaesthetics wear off, patients can experience slight pain and tenderness. If good oral care and hygiene are maintained, you can preserve your crown and avoid any future pain.
Typically a root canal treatment is split between two stages (stage 1 and stage 2) and therefore requires two appointment.
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