root canal dentistry

Root Canal involves saving an infected tooth from having to be removed.

About Root Canal
Endodontics (often referred to as Root Canal Therapy) is the area of dentistry dealing with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disorders of the dental pulp. This treatment is designed to save diseased or injured teeth. Root Canal Therapy conserves a tooth that has been damaged by decay, fracture or an abscess. The tooth can then be restored without the need for an extraction.

How do I know if I need Root Canal treatment?
Some indications root canal therapy may be required include:

• Lingering tooth sensitivity to cold
• Tooth pain to biting pressure or constant severe tooth pain
• Impulsive toothache
• Throbbing tooth pain
• Tissue swelling of the face

If you believe you require Root Canal treatment, we do recommend that you visit us as soon as possible for treatment to avoid any aggravated problems as the pain may also be a sign of something else.

If Root Canal Treatment is necessary x-rays would be taken at your dental consultation. After which point a series of appointments would be assigned to you for your Root Canal Treatment.

What occurs during Root Canal Treatment?
Root Canal treatment consists of removing the nerve that lies within the root of the tooth. A sedative dressing will be placed inside your tooth between each visit to help settle the surrounding tissues and destroy remaining bacteria. If Root Canal is not performed bacteria will destroy supportive bone structure around the tooth and will inevitably lead to tooth loss.

Our Aim
At Millennium Dental we never want you to lose any teeth and most of our patients don't want this either. We will always find you the best possible treatment to help you keep your tooth.

For more information or to request a consultation at Millennium Dental, please contact us and speak with one of our friendly and knowledgeable team. Call 02 9969 5572 or click here to email us.