Use the term, “root canal,” and many folks start shaking. “Oh no, anything but that!” So… when was the last time you had a root canal? Times have changed and so have root canal procedures.
Maybe you’ve been putting off a visit to Flagsmile Dental because you fear you may need a root canal. Well fear no more and put your mind at ease by calling us to schedule an examination. Let’s start there and see what we need to do. How’s that?
Have you ever had an abscessed tooth? If so, you know the throbbing pain and swollen gums that go along with it and the inevitable trip to the dentist for what usually turns out to be a root canal.
In very simple terms, a root canal removes infected tissue from the roots of the tooth beneath the gums. This is done to:
Depending on the severity of the infection, the dentists may prescribe an antibiotic for the infection prior to performing the actual procedure.
The root canal procedure then begins with the administration of a local anesthetic. Next, the doctor removes the damaged or infected nerve tissue and fills the infected root with an antibiotic to treat any remaining infection. The tooth root is then packed with filling material. Finally, the tooth is capped with a crown to protect it, because of weakness and instability resulting from damage caused by the infection.Alternatively a filling may also be placed instead of a crown.
The entire process typically takes place over a few visits.
If you are feeling moderate to severe tooth pain and notice swelling of your gums beneath the affected tooth, please call us right away so that we can schedule an appointment to get you out of pain as soon as possible.
Delay is dangerous in this case because the infection will continue to cause additional damage that could lead to tooth loss and the need for more serious and expensive treatment. Leaving infection unchecked can also mean the teeth nearby would suffer as well.
At Flagsmile Dental, we are skilled in pain-free root canal therapy, so there is no need to put off treatment. We are here to help you get out of pain and save your teeth!
Contact us to book your visit! We have a conveniently located practice in Jimboomba and accept all major health funds. Call today!
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