What is a root canal?
Root canal treatment involves the location, shaping, disinfection, and filling of a tooth’s hollowed-out root canal space after becoming severely inflamed or infected. During the root canal procedure, flexible instruments are used to shape the canals in the center of each root.
A crown placement often follows this procedure to save the affected tooth. This final restoration is imperative to properly seal the tooth off from bacteria.
The benefits of a root canal procedure
At Royston Dental Care, we do everything possible to make your experience as enjoyable as possible:
- Pain-free with local anaesthesia
- Prevents the extraction of an inflamed tooth
- Restored tooth function
- Long-lasting relief
We create award-winning smiles
The clinicians and staff at Royston Dental Care have successfully completed thousands of root canals. We are committed to your comfort and providing world-class, long-lasting results.
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Do you need a root canal?
You may need a root canal if you are experiencing severe pain or have a known cavity. Book a dental consultation to receive x-rays, a professional diagnosis, and quality care.
FAQs about root canals
We may recommend that your root canal therapy be completed in one or two appointments, depending on the individual tooth and the number of canals present. Often, we recommend a subsequent appointment to ensure that the tooth is thoroughly cleaned and sealed to prevent future decay.
Symptoms of a root canal are often similar to that of a bad cavity. You may experience throbbing pain, pain eating or chewing, sensitivity to air, heat, or cold, and more. An infected tooth may also be accompanied by swollen gums, bleeding, or a loose tooth. Contact our team if you are experiencing any of these symptoms.
At Royston Dental Care, we always recommend treating an issue as soon as it arises. If you let an infected tooth go untreated, it could result in decay, an acute abscess, tooth loss, or permanent bone loss.
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