Root Canal Treatment
Root canal treatment is the process of removing dead or infected nerve tissue from inside of a tooth. The nerves of a tooth sit inside a chamber called the Pulp and extend to the roots. When the pulp gets overrun by bacteria, the nerve can begin to die and will lead to an infection. This can result in toothache.
Root Canal Treatment aims to clean out the nerve space of the tooth, shape the canal/s and fill it with special material called Gutta Percha to Ensure a good sealing of the spaces inside the roots to prevent the reoccurrence of the infection
The tooth will still remain attached to the surrounding jawbone, and continue to be nourished by the surrounding tissues.
What happens during treatment?
- Numbing the tooth – Local anaesthetic will be given to ensure maximum comfort during the treatment;
- Placing Rubber Dam – A rubber sheet is used to isolate the tooth from saliva and protect your airways from instruments and debris;
- An access cavity will be made inside the tooth to facilitate access to the roots;
- Using special instruments and medication the roots will be cleaned and instrumented;
- The root canal/s are then filled and sealed with a Gutta Percha material;
- The tooth is then repaired with a filling. In the longer-term, a lab made crown may be needed to improve strength of the tooth.
- X-rays are needed and will be obtained at different stages of the treatment to provide guidance and quality assurance.
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