Root Canal Treatment Melbourne CBD

At City smiles we have all the right tools and procedures that can help us perform a root canal treatment that may save the tooth from extraction.

We believe it’s better to try and preserve the natural tooth, before looking towards prosthetic options.

What is the root canal treatment?

Root canal is often necessary when the decay from an untreated cavity has progressed to the inner chamber of the tooth.

The pulp inside the tooth can become infected with bacteria and so the root canal procedure is performed to clear away your decay and infection as well as adequately restore your tooth.

A root canal is a treatment to repair and save a badly damaged or infected tooth.

• Gum disease
• Repeated dental treatment on a specific tooth
• Breakdown of an existing filling or crown
• Extreme wear of a tooth
• Extensive tooth decay
• Cracked teeth
• Trauma
• Complication of dental procedure
• Deep filling

We perform our root canal treatment so that you can keep your natural tooth which is always more beneficial than a prosthetic solution.

Symptoms:

• Aesthetic differences (cracks, discolouration)
• Swelling around the tooth
• Pain and sensitivity
• Inflamed gums

What is the root canal procedure?

The root canal procedure involves removing the damaged area of the tooth (the pulp), cleaning and disinfecting it, followed by filling and sealing it.

Once the root canal treatment is complete, your tooth should be restored.

At this stage, your dentist will decide on what type of restoration is necessary to protect your tooth from further infection; often a crown is required.

The fabulous news for you, is that root canal therapy has been reported to be up to 95% successful.

Before treatment your dentist at City Smiles will speak with you about your sedation and pain reduction options. Once we are sure you are comfortable your dentist will remove the infected pulp and tissue from the centre of your tooth by drilling through the top of the tooth. The inside of the tooth will be cleaned of bacteria and debris, and then sealed with a filling or crown.

The overall procedure may take multiple appointments if the infection is severe, and especially if a crown is going to be placed as well.

Which is why it’s important to visit City Smiles in Melbourne twice a year so that we can identify problems before they progress to stages where root canal is needed.

What are the alternatives to root canal treatment?

Generally, there are two other options which include:

• Removing the tooth. Removing the tooth will leave a gap in your smile that will need to be replaced with an artificial tooth like a dental implant and crown.

• Leave the tooth untreated. If you do leave the tooth untreated, an infection may occur and can spread to the jaw as well as spread throughout your body causing other health issues. The tooth will accumulate a build-up of pus, which will cause pain and cysts may also develop, requiring further treatment.

Root canal at City Smiles Melbourne CBD

At City Smiles, we can ensure the success of your root canal treatment due to the fact that we have extensive experience and state-of-the-art technology.

We have all the necessary equipment and tools to successfully perform this procedure at every one of its stages. We are also well-equipped to ensure that you are calm and comfortable during each step of your root canal treatment.

Choosing City Smiles to perform your root canal treatment can give you peace of mind that you are receiving exceptional service and quality. Your smile and tooth can and will be restored while maintaining your comfort.Click here to contact the team at City Smiles to ask any questions or to book your appointment.