Root Canal Treatment Melbourne
Root canal treatment is used to save a tooth that has a damaged or diseased nerve. In days gone by, there was no treatment if the nerve of a tooth died and the tooth had to be extracted.
If you feel like you may need to have root canal contact Era Health Dentist or book an appointment online now.
The Procedure
- An x-ray of your tooth and the surrounding area is taken
- Local anesthesia is administered to numb the area around the tooth
- place a sheet of rubber called a dam over your tooth to keep the area clean and dry
- A hole is drilled in the top of your tooth to remove the pulp
- clean and disinfect the canals inside your tooth
- seal your tooth with a temporary filling if more than one session is needed
Contact Us
The only way to know if root canal treatment can help you keep your natural teeth is to consult an experienced dentist in Melbourne, like those we have at Era Health Dental Clinic call 03 9944 6200.
FAQ’S
Do I need Root Canal?
The main reason you might need a root canal treatment is if an infection inside your tooth or gums has caused the nerve to become damaged or die. Other reasons include an accident, decay deep in a tooth, a severe chip or crack in a tooth or gum disease.
Is Root Canal Painful?
Root canal treatment should be no more painful than having a filling. With the technology available to our dentist, numbing creams and anesthesia the treatment should not hurt however. After the treatment it is common to feel numbness and discomfort, this can last a few days.
Is Root Canal Expensive?
Yes, root canal is expensive. This is why we recommend 6 monthly general checkups to we can ensure your teeth do not get to this stage where you require this type of treatment.
