At Aherne Dental Clinic our experienced dentists regularly carry out root canal treatments with the latest equipment and we pride ourselves on being able to do so in a calm, friendly and pain-free setting.
Our dentists at will be happy to discuss your needs in our comfortable, well-equipped clinic.
The causes of tooth infection are varied – deep decay, cracked fillings or teeth and damage as a result of trauma are a few. Bacterial infection in the chamber of the tooth causes the nerve to die. At this point it is no longer possible to treat the tooth with a filling.
Root canal treatment involves the removal of the pulp tissues from the tooth in the event that it gets infected or inflamed. Removal of the infected or inflamed pulp is the first step in saving the tooth. Debris within the canals is removed by flushing with an anti-bacterial solution. The canals are finally filled or sealed and the tooth restored to full shape and function by either a permanent filling or a crown.
You can carry on as normal once the anaesthetic has worn off. Just be careful with what you eat, how you chew and maintain an excellent oral hygiene routine.
Root canal treatment procedures are relatively comfortable and often painless as the tooth is anaesthetised during treatment. After treatment, the tooth may be sensitive or tender for a few days due to inflammation of the surrounding tissues.
This discomfort can be relieved by taking mild analgesics or painkillers available over the counter at the pharmacy. However, if the pain persists and is severe, or a swelling occurs, you should contact your dentist.
Root canal treatment saves teeth that would otherwise have been extracted.
After root canal treatment the tooth is pulp-less i.e. it has no vital tissues within. However, there are vital tissues surrounding the root e.g. the gum, periodontal membrane and supporting bone. A root canal treated tooth can function normally and can be maintained with routine dental care and oral hygiene measures.
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