Root Canals
Root Canal Treatment Adelaide at Mend Dental
With our conservative approach, we encourage you to choose dental care that preserves your natural teeth whenever possible. A root canal treatment is one possibility for saving your tooth from having to be extracted. In years past, you might have thought that it involved pain and discomfort. Today’s modern dentistry, however, means that a root canal has significantly improved.
Who Needs a Root Canal Treatment?
The pulp and nerve inside your tooth are located in the root canal. When an infection has set into this area, you might feel sensitivity, pain or nothing at all. It’s vital to pay attention to any additional symptoms of requiring a root canal, such as:
- What looks like a pimple on your gums
- A darkened tooth
- Pain while chewing
- Sensitivity to hot or cold substances
- Gums that are swollen and tender
- Severe pain in a single tooth or multiple teeth
The Procedure of a Root Canal Treatment
The final step of a root canal treatment is to have a crown created and placed on the affected tooth. This crown ensures that your tooth will remain stable despite that its structure may have been compromised. When a root canal is properly performed by a qualified professional, the results can make your tooth have its ideal function for years to come. Since Mend Dental is equipped with state-of-the-art technology, we’re able to complete your crown on the same day instead of scheduling you to come back two weeks later. However, sometimes abscessed teeth need to be left alone for a short period of time for the infection to fully resolve after treatment. If that’s the case, we’ll put a temporary crown over your tooth until it’s time for a more permanent restoration.
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Frequently Asked Questions
A root canal is a dental procedure aimed at saving a tooth from extraction when the pulp and nerve inside the tooth become infected. You may need a root canal if you experience symptoms like pain, sensitivity, swelling, or darkening of a tooth, indicating an infection in the root canal.
The root canal procedure involves several steps. First, anaesthesia is administered to numb the area. Then, the infected pulp and nerve are removed from the tooth, and antibiotics are applied to the tooth and flushed out. The root canal is filled and sealed to prevent reinfection. Finally, a crown is created and placed on the tooth to restore its function.
Pay attention to symptoms like tooth pain, sensitivity, swelling, or darkening of a tooth. If you experience any of these signs, it’s essential to consult with a dentist who can evaluate your condition and determine if a root canal is necessary.
The duration of a root canal procedure can vary depending on the complexity of the case. In most cases, a root canal can be completed in one or two visits. Mend Dental is equipped with advanced technology, allowing us to create and place crowns on the same day.
If you suspect you may need a root canal or have dental pain and discomfort, contact our team to schedule a consultation. We’ll assess your condition, discuss treatment options, and provide the care you need.