Root Canal Treatment
Damaged teeth can lead to severe consequences when left untreated. From a crack in the tooth to infected gums, any issue with the teeth or gums can quickly escalate and infect the other teeth as well. Root canals are recommended by dentists in order to extract the tooth causing the issue and preventing further damage.
Endodontics or root canal treatment is a dental procedure that replaces a tooth’s damaged or infected nerve with a filling so that you are able to keep your natural tooth. Damage to the nerve may be caused by untreated dental decay, decay beneath a filling, tooth damage due to trauma, tooth grinding (bruxism) or gum disease.
- Chronic pain
- Damaged tooth pulp due to infection
- Swelling or inflammation of the gums
- Constant tooth sensitivity
- Trauma to the tooth and gums
- Pain that is radiating and extends to your neck or shoulders
Know What Your Root Canal Treatment at Our Clinic in Carrum Downs Will Entail
The root canal procedure involves removing the infected or damaged nerve from the root canal over a series of dental visits. The root canals are sterilised and shaped to a form that can be completely sealed with a filling material to prevent further infection. Afterwards a crown or large filling to restore or protect the tooth may be necessary, as a tooth after undergoing treatment may be more brittle.
The procedure takes anywhere between an hour and a half or two.
While the treatment may seem daunting, the entire procedure is carried out painlessly with the help of sedation dentistry or local anaesthesia. Once the anaesthesia wears off, you can take your prescribed medication to help relieve pain. Depending on the complexity of the procedure, your treatment can require multiple visits.
No two treatments are the same. The extent of damage and procedure required may vary for every individual, creating a stark difference in the cost of treatment. You can get a precise number by visiting our dentist at Carrum Downs Dental Care for a consultation.
A much-needed root canal can make a world of difference in improving your oral hygiene and relieving you of pain. At Carrum Downs Dental Care, our team of dentists do their best to help make every treatment comfortable for you while helping you ease your fears and anxiety.
You can head in for an appointment to discuss your dental issues and concerns to help determine the right treatment options for you.
Residents from all across Melbourne including suburbs like Carrum Downs, Cranbourne, Frankston, Langwarrin, Mt Eliza, Patterson Lakes, Seaford, Skye, Somerville, Mornington, Dandenong, Clyde, Mount Martha & more, can contact us for qualified and affordable dental services.
Think You Need Root Canal?
If you’re tooth is causing you pain, you may benefit from a root canal treatment at Carrum Downs Dental Care. Call today to set up an appointment at (03) 9783 0600.
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