Root Canal Therapy
Root canal therapy is a vital restorative procedure designed to save a natural tooth that has become severely infected or decayed. While often misunderstood, modern techniques and anaesthetics can make the process as routine and comfortable as receiving a standard filling.
Why You Might Need a Root Canal?
When the soft inner tissue of your tooth (the pulp) becomes inflamed or infected due to deep decay, repeated dental procedures with deeper fillings, or a crack, it can cause significant discomfort. Common symptoms include:
Persistent Pain: Sharp or throbbing pain, especially when biting or chewing.
Temperature Sensitivity: Lingering pain after eating hot or cold foods.
Swollen Gums: Tenderness and swelling on the gums near the tooth, which may indicate an abscess.
Tooth Discoloration: A darkening of the tooth caused by internal nerve damage.
Benefits of Saving Your Natural Tooth Rather Than Extraction:
Natural Function: You maintain your natural biting force and chewing efficiency of your actual tooth rather than no tooth or prosthetic replacement, such as dentures and implants.
Prevents Shifting: Keeping the tooth prevents adjacent and opposing teeth from drifting out of alignment, which may result in jaw joint dysfunction in the long term.
Cost-Effective: While a root canal treated tooth may require a crown, it is often more affordable than the lifelong maintenance required for a bridge or dental implant.
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We'd love to hear from you
Book an Appointment
Phone Number
(02) 6247 9799
Email Address
reception@dicksonmoderndental.com.au
Location
Shop 3, 4-20 Dickson Place
Dickson, ACT, 2602
(Near Woolworths, beside Capital Chemist)
We'd love to hear from you
Book an Appointment
Phone Number
(02) 6247 9799
Email Address
reception@dicksonmoderndental.com.au
Location
Shop 3, 4-20 Dickson Place
Dickson, ACT, 2602
(Near Woolworths, beside Capital Chemist)