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Treat infection or inflammation inside a tooth and aim to keep your natural tooth, rather than removing it.
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What is Root Canal Treatment?
Inside every tooth is soft tissue called the pulp, which contains nerves and blood vessels. Deep decay, a crack or an injury can let bacteria reach the pulp, causing inflammation or infection.
Root canal treatment removes the affected pulp, then cleans, shapes, disinfects and seals the canals inside the root. The tooth is then rebuilt, often with a crown.
Why it may be needed
- Severe or lingering toothache
- Pain or sensitivity to hot or cold that lasts after the trigger is removed
- Swelling or a pimple-like bump on the gum
- A tooth that has darkened after an injury
- Deep decay reaching the nerve
How is it done?
A general outline. Your own steps depend on your examination and are explained to you before treatment.
- Examination & X-rayThe dentist examines the tooth and takes an X-ray to see the roots and any infection.
- Numbing the toothLocal anaesthesia is used so the area is numb during treatment.
- Cleaning the canalsThe infected or inflamed pulp is removed, and the canals are cleaned, shaped and disinfected.
- Filling & sealingThe canals are filled and sealed, and a temporary or permanent filling closes the tooth.
- Restoring the toothMany back teeth are protected with a crown afterwards, followed by a review.
Treatment at Osteo-Dent
If you are in pain, emergency appointments are taken on call. Before treatment, the dentist explains whether the tooth can be saved, what is involved and the alternatives.
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- Examination firstEvery plan starts with a clinical examination, and X-rays or scans only where they are needed.
- Options explained clearlyThe dentist explains what the treatment involves, the alternatives, and the expected cost before anything begins.
- Planned around youTreatment planning is tailored to each patient's dental condition and clinical requirements.
Benefits & goals of treatment
Relieves painAims to relieve pain caused by the infected or inflamed pulp.
Keeps your toothSaves the natural tooth where possible, instead of extraction.
Stops infection spreadingTreats the source of infection inside the tooth.
Restores functionLets you chew normally again once the tooth is restored.
These are the general goals of this treatment. Individual results vary and cannot be guaranteed.
Who may need it?
Root Canal Treatment may be considered in situations such as these. Whether it is right for you can only be decided after an examination.
Book an Appointment- People with severe or lingering toothache
- Teeth with deep decay or a large old filling
- A cracked or injured tooth
- Swelling or an abscess near a tooth
- Teeth with infection seen on an X-ray
Your treatment journey
- 1Examination
- 2X-ray
- 3Canal cleaning
- 4Sealing
- 5Crown / filling
- 6Review
Recovery & aftercare
General points that usually apply after root canal treatment.
- The tooth may feel tender for a few days
- Avoid chewing hard foods on it until the final filling or crown is placed
- Take any prescribed medicines as directed
- Keep up normal brushing and flossing
- Contact the clinic if swelling or severe pain develops
Your dentist will provide personalised aftercare instructions based on your treatment.
Root Canal Treatment: frequently asked questions
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Is root canal treatment painful?
The tooth is numbed with local anaesthesia, so most patients feel pressure rather than pain during treatment. The tooth may be tender for a few days afterwards.
How many visits are needed?
It is often completed in one to three visits, depending on the tooth and how much infection is present. A crown may need an additional visit.
Do I need a crown afterwards?
Back teeth that have had root canal treatment are often weaker and are usually protected with a crown. The dentist will advise based on how much tooth remains.
What happens if I don't get it treated?
An infected tooth does not heal on its own. The infection can spread and cause swelling and pain, and the tooth may eventually need to be removed.
Is extraction a better option?
Keeping the natural tooth is usually preferred where it can be saved. If it can't, the dentist will discuss extraction and options to replace the tooth.
When should I call the clinic?
Call the clinic if you have severe pain, swelling of the face or gums, or a fever with dental pain. Emergency appointments are taken on call.
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