Root Canal
When tooth decay begins to affect the nerve of the tooth it can cause the tooth to die. When this happens we need to remove the damaged or infected nerve to prevent any infections.
If you have a tooth infection, the Dentist may need to remove the nerve.
If an infected nerve is left untreated, it can result in a dental infection which is highly infectious, it can spread quickly to the jaw and sometimes to the rest of your body. There are instances where this infection can become a LIFE Threatening situation.
Some signs include swelling of your gums, your cheek or your face. Antibiotics can settle these infections temporarily, but if left alone they will continue to do permanent damage to not only your teeth and gums but to your health.
It is highly recommended you book in to see a dentist as soon as possible.
We use a root canal therapy to remove the nerve to preserve your tooth. Whilst removing any pain and discomfort, root canal allows you to keep the tooth for the long run.
When we complete a root canal the tooth will require a crown to strengthen the remaining tooth and to allow the maximum longevity of the tooth.
Root canals require several visits.
- The dentist opens the infected tooth front from the top.
- The infected nerve is flushed and removed by using dental grade disinfectants and the latest dental instruments which clean your teeth’s canals using microscopes.
- The root canal is then sealed using a high quality dental material.
- A temporary filling is placed on top of the tooth to cover and protect the root.
As the nerve has been removed the teeth is naturally weakened, we highly recommended using a crown to protect it for the long run.
What are my other options than a Root Canal?
- The other fix is taking the tooth out. Unfortunately this leave a gap. This can be fixed by our dentists by using a bridge, implant or a removal denture.
- Ignoring the tooth. We highly recommend against this as this usually results in a severe infection and pain. This infection can spread very quickly to the rest of the body and cause severe life threatening effects.
Are you looking for Emergency Root Canal Therapy service in Burwood, Burwood East or Camberwell? SIA Dental Burwood is open 6 days a week. Book Online or call (03) 8538 6199 during business hours.
After Care Home Instructions
Soreness is usually expected and the tooth won’t be sensitive to hot or cold. The temporary filling placed between visits can sometimes fall out, in this case please call us for to fix this. The main priority is protecting the canals..
Book online or call our friendly team at SIA Dental Burwood at (03) 8538 6199 during business hours.
Our Dental team would love the opportunity to help you and your family achieve optimal oral health and the smile that you want.
Book online in under 2 minutes or call us and talk to our knowledgeable friendly team. Our dental suites are located within SIA Medical & Dental centre Burwood. Conveniently on Burwood Highway, near Deakin University and Burwood One shopping centre. We are right infront of a tramstop and have plentiful onsite carparks.
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