Root Canal Treatment
Root Canal Treatment – also known as Endodontic Treatment - is needed when bacteria have entered the inner pulp of a tooth creating an infection and/or causing inflammation. The patient may not notice any symptoms at all – or they could be experiencing tenderness when biting down or a sensitivity to hot and cold.
Bacteria can enter through cracks and damage to the tooth caused by gum disease, trauma or decay. If the root is not treated the infection can worsen and it may be necessary to remove the tooth: Root Canal Treatment can avoid this by initially removing inflamed and infected tissues then filling the canal to ensure a repeat infection does not occur. This can usually be accomplished in one or maybe two appointments.
Are There Alternatives To Root Canal - Endodontic Treatment?
Antibiotics do not remove the infection and so this is not a solution: Root Canal – Endodontic Treatment – is therefore necessary. Although you may not be suffering pain initially an x-ray will reveal if Endodontic Treatment is necessary.
What If I Do Not Opt For Root Canal – Endodontic Treatment?
Avoiding Root Canal Treatment can lead to an abscess forming underneath the tooth. This can cause swelling, be extremely painful and even trigger bone loss about the tooth: In this instance the tooth will need to be extracted.
Root Canal Treatment – What to Expect?
The treatment will usually take 1 hour – It may be necessary to go back for a second appointment: A lot depends on if the infection is severe and how much repair is needed to the tooth. Root Canal Treatment is performed under a local anaesthetic to keep you totally comfortable and the procedure painless. Any post operative discomfort is controlled with painkillers. After treatment the tooth will need restoring or it can fracture – Usually this will mean having a Dental crown fitted or an Inlay – Onlay filling. At Perfect Smile Spa a Specialist Endodontist will carry out the Root Canal Treatment giving optimum results.
Is Endodontic Treatment Always Successful?
For most people yes, Root Canal Treatment works: Although success rates do vary from around 85-95%. There are a lot of contributing factors with regards to successful treatment, Such as the severity of infection, Individual responses; Complications can also arise due to fractures within the root itself.
Perfect Smile Spa take referrals from dentists for specialist Root Canal - Endodontic treatment: If you would like to speak to someone directly with regards to Root canal Treatment call us on 01708 442114: Or alternatively email: enquiries@essexdentistclinic.co.uk