Root Canal Treatment

Root canal treatment, often viewed with apprehension, is a crucial procedure for relieving pain and saving teeth at risk of extraction. Understanding this treatment can demystify its reputation and highlight its benefits.

What is root canal treatment, and when is it needed?

Root canal or endodontic therapy treats infection in a tooth's root canal system, usually necessitated by decay, repeated dental work, or injury, affecting the pulp inside your tooth.

What are the signs that I may need root canal treatment?

Common symptoms that you may need root canal therapy include:

• Severe toothache
• Prolonged sensitivity to hot or cold
• Discolouration of the tooth
• Swollen and tender gums
• A visible crack or chip in the tooth

What can I expect during a root canal procedure?

The treatment may span one to two visits, with steps including:

• Numbing the area with local anaesthesia.
• Creating an opening to remove the infected pulp and clean the root canal system.
• Filling the canal with a biocompatible material and sealing it.
• Restoring the tooth with a filling or crown.

What can I expect after the procedure?

Some sensitivity post-treatment is normal and can be managed with pain relievers. This procedure is a step toward maintaining a healthy, pain-free smile.