A root canal is a procedure that is used to treat infection at the centre of the tooth. Root canal treatment is needed when the blood or nerve supply of the tooth (known as the pulp) is infected through decay or injury. If the pulp becomes infected it may spread through the root canal system of the tooth eventually causing an abscess or infection.
The aim of root canal treatment is to clean and sterilise the canal to remove the bacteria which is the source of the infection. The pulp is then sealed up and the tooth is restored with a filling or a crown.
Patients can be anxious about the prospect of having root canal treatment carried out but the majority are very surprised at how straight forward and painless root canal treatment can be.
You will be completely numb during a root canal treatment, so the process should be painless. It is quite common to experience a little discomfort for a week afterward. Pain relief may involve taking paracetamol, depending on your medical history.
After a root canal treatment on a back tooth the tooth is significantly weakened so it is often necessary to place a supporting structure in the form of a crown or an onlay to stop the tooth fracturing.
The best way is to go to the dentist to have an examination. In some cases pain can mean you need a root canal treatment, however sometimes a tooth can be completely asymptomatic yet need a root canal treatment.
A dental examination is much more comprehensive than most people are aware.
At Epic Dental in Lisburn we happily welcome all dental emergencies and strive to see you within the same day…
Our hygienist plays a crucial role in your dental health and is always happy to help you keep your teeth …
A filling restores a hole in a tooth caused as a result of tooth decay, losing a previously fitted filling,
A crown is a great way to improve the appearance of a broken or decayed tooth. It is simply a cap…
A dental bridge can restore your smile and help you to eat and chew normally after the loss of a tooth.
Inlays and onlays are teeth restorations that are used to strengthen teeth that have been partially damaged…
Dentures are removable false teeth most commonly made from either complete acrylic or acrylic…
A root canal is a procedure that is used to treat infection at the centre of the tooth.
Our dentists will do all they can to ensure your teeth are healthy, strong and last a lifetime,
“When one door of happiness closes, another opens; but often we look so long at the closed door that we do not see the one which has been opened for us. I have no notion of loving people by halves, it is not my nature.”
“When one door of happiness closes, another opens; but often we look so long at the closed door that we do not see the one which has been opened for us. I have no notion of loving people by halves, it is not my nature.”
“When one door of happiness closes, another opens; but often we look so long at the closed door that we do not see the one which has been opened for us. I have no notion of loving people by halves, it is not my nature.”
