Root Canal Treatment

What are the common causes that can lead to root canal treatment?

If your tooth has been knocked, heavily filled, cracked or decayed this may lead to pain, infection or darkening of your tooth. If any of these symptoms occur then there is a possibility that your tooth requires root canal treatment. Also known as endodontic treatment or root canal therapy.

What is the procedure for root canal treatment?

Root canal treatment is a highly skilled area of dentistry and usually involves several visits. It involves removing and cleaning away the infection inside the nerve of your tooth. On completion of your root canal treatment a biologically compatible rubber material is sealed inside the nerve to prevent infection re-entering. A white filling or post, core and strong crown is then bonded onto your tooth to strengthen it.

What are the alternatives to root canal treatment?

You may be able to delay treatment or have an extraction. Often it is better to save your tooth with root canal treatment particularly if you don’t want to have a gap that could lead to various problems. Although it is often better to keep your natural tooth. Implants, Bridges or Dentures are alternatives if you still prefer to have your tooth extracted.