Root Canal Treatment
While your teeth and gums may look healthy, there are often dental issues lurking underneath not visible to us without proper consultation. Any pain felt while eating or randomly without any external pressure can be a symptom or underlying issues that may need immediate treatment.
Further, a timely root canal treatment in our Melbourne clinic can do a lot to reduce and minimise the potential damage to neighbouring teeth and gums that could otherwise occur if a dental issue is left untreated.
The Root Canal Process
Root canal treatment (Endodontics) is the process of removing the nerve (pulp) or blood supply from an infected tooth that has been damaged by decay or injury. Our dentist performs root canal treatment to stop the infection. Root canal treatment is done over two appointments.
During your first appointment, the infected nerve is removed and the canal is shaped and cleaned and left to settle. At the second appointment, your dentist will ensure that the infection has disappeared and the tooth will be filled with a permanent filling. A crown is recommended once having a root canal treatment on a tooth to ensure extra support and strength.
When Is Root Canal Treatment Recommended?
A root canal treatment is advised when a tooth is decayed or infected to a great extent. Some of the symptoms that can be solved by a root canal treatment include:
- An ache that is dull yet constant, worsening at some point
- Pain when one is chewing or biting into food
- Pain while drinking or eating food
- Extreme pain that is irregular or at random
