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Root Canal Treatment at Dianella Dental Surgery

Root canal treatment is a specialized dental procedure aimed at saving a tooth that has become infected or severely decayed. At Dianella Dental Surgery, our experienced dentists are skilled in performing root canal therapy to relieve pain, restore oral health, and preserve your natural tooth.

When is Root Canal Treatment Needed?

Root canal treatment becomes necessary when the pulp, the innermost layer of the tooth, becomes infected or inflamed due to deep decay, repeated dental procedures on the tooth, a crack or chip in the tooth, or trauma to the tooth. If left untreated, the infection can spread, leading to severe pain, abscess formation, and even tooth loss.

Benefits of Root Canal Treatment:

Relieves Pain

Root canal therapy effectively alleviates the pain caused by infected or inflamed tooth pulp.

Preserves Natural Teeth

By saving the natural tooth, root canal treatment helps maintain proper chewing function and prevents the need for extraction.

Prevents Infection Spread

Removing the infected pulp prevents the spread of infection to surrounding teeth and tissues, preserving overall oral health.

The Root Canal Procedure:

  1. Diagnosis and Examination: Our dentist will first examine your tooth and may take X-rays to assess the extent of the infection and plan the treatment accordingly.
  2. Anesthesia: Local anesthesia is administered to ensure you remain comfortable throughout the procedure.
  3. Pulp Removal: The dentist will create a small opening in the tooth and remove the infected or inflamed pulp tissue from the root canals.
  4. Cleaning and Shaping: The root canals are thoroughly cleaned, disinfected, and shaped using specialized instruments to remove any remaining bacteria and debris.
  5. Filling: Once the root canals are cleaned and shaped, they are filled with a biocompatible material called gutta-percha to seal them and prevent further infection.
  6. Restoration: In most cases, a dental crown is placed over the treated tooth to restore its strength, function, and appearance.