Root Canal Treatment Armadale
Oral health concerns can happen suddenly without warning. Others may come on after years of a decline in the health of your teeth and gums. No matter what the source is, you can feel confident you’ll get the care you need at Champion Family Dental. Problems in your teeth may be related to having an infection in the tooth. If so, a root canal may be the best option to restore your oral health.
When a Root Canal Is Needed
Root canals are required if you have a tooth that has a large amount of decay, crack, a big filling or has been subjected to trauma. When this occurs, there is a space created that bacteria can move into. The nerve in the tooth dies off. Your symptoms may include
- A constant throbbing
- Facial swelling
- Pain that comes and goes
- Pain when biting or chewing
- Pus around the gums
- Sensitivity to hot and cold that lingers
- Swelling around the gums
- Toothache
- Trouble sleeping due to pain
What to Expect During a Root Canal Procedure
A root canal takes place over several appointments, typically totaling three unless you have a more complex case that requires more treatments. The first step is to come in for some testing and an X-ray, which will confirm that you need a root canal. Once diagnosed, we can begin with treatment.
You’ll be numbed using a local anaesthetic. A rubber dam will be used to isolate your tooth and prevent other areas from becoming contaminated.. Then, the decay will be removed. Your tooth will be cleaned out, shaped and have medications placed on it in the form of antibiotics. You’ll receive a temporary filling that is left in place for 3-4 weeks while your tooth disinfects itself.
When you come in again, we’ll clean the tooth area and change the medication, then seal the tooth again and let the medication go to work a second time. At your third appointment, which is usually your last, we’ll remove the temporary filling and put in a permanent one. Typically, you’ll have a dental crown placed on top of that filling to prevent the tooth from fracturing in the future.
FAQ
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Is sedation helpful for people with dental anxiety?
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*Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Your dentist is a qualified practitioner who will discuss risks and benefits with you, to help you make an informed decision about your dental treatment.
