Root canal treatment to save your natural tooth

Every tooth has a space in the centre that contains the nerve (pulp), which can be damaged when a tooth is badly broken down or has a deep cavity. This can lead to pain and infection. An alternative to the extraction of the tooth is root canal treatment. Our clinicians will remove the pulp, disinfect and fill this space to remove the source of the problem.

Our specialised team have undergone extensive training in the field of endodontics. At Interdental Centre, we are equipped with the latest technology to perform these treatments under local anaesthetic. We will preserve as much of the tooth as possible to restore it to function as a natural tooth post-treatment.

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Root Canal Procedure

Root canal procedures are complex dental treatments. It involves removing the infected or damaged nerve, cleaning the tooth and filling it with a rubber-like material at the end of the procedure. This procedure keeps the natural tooth and preserves its structure. However, discomfort is a common side effect associated with it, as accessing and extracting from the inside of the tooth can be quite painful. It requires expertise and precision to complete a root canal treatment process properly.

An infected tooth causing severe pain should be treated with an endodontic treatment. Endodontically treated teeth are a root canal system that restores natural teeth and removes the infection. Addressing the issue can avoid getting a tooth extracted and can also avoid the development of a dental abscess.

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Aftercare

After the root canal treatment is crucial to follow your dentist’s instructions. Over-the-counter painkillers can help with any pain after dental procedures. Sometimes, you will be prescribed a crown or an onlay on the root canal-treated posterior tooth to prevent it from fracturing or breaking down.