A root canal treatment is necessary when the pulp, which is the soft tissue in the tooth (root) , is infected or inflamed. The infection or inflammation can be caused by:
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a cracked or chipped tooth
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a deep cavity or filling
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a leaking filling
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complications from large fillings
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other serious injury to the tooth
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Our goal with any root canal treatment is to alleviate your pain and repair the damaged area as soon as possible. During the procedure, your dentist will numb the area using an anaesthetic and then clean the damaged or infected pulp.
Once cleaned, your dentist will shape the inside of the tooth and use medicated dressing and seal the tooth. In some cases, you may need a temporary crown or cap for your tooth. After the initial process, your dentist will guide you on post surgical care to alleviate any pain from the tooth.
On the second visit your dentist removes the temporary filling and continues with the treatment where the tooth canal is cleaned, disinfected, shaped, measured and filled to prevent any further infection. Make your Busy Bite Booking today.
