When root canal treatment is needed
When decay or injury reaches the inner pulp of a tooth, infection can cause persistent pain, sensitivity or swelling. Root canal treatment cleans the infected space and helps retain the natural tooth.
Typical treatment stages
- Examination and imaging to understand the tooth.
- Comfortable access to the infected pulp.
- Cleaning, shaping and sealing the root canals.
- A final restoration to protect the treated tooth.
Is root canal treatment painful?
Modern anaesthesia and careful technique make treatment comfortable for most patients. Treatment is intended to remove the source of dental pain.
Why save a natural tooth?
Keeping a natural tooth can support chewing, bite balance and the surrounding teeth when the tooth is restorable.