Root Canal Treatment in Pakenham, Victoria
When a tooth becomes severely infected or experiences trauma, a root canal treatment may be necessary. A root canal is typically the last resort to save a tooth from being lost as a result of the nerve of the tooth dying. At Pakenham Shine Dental, we offer affordable root canal treatment in Pakenham to help save a tooth from extraction if it’s become infected or severely damaged.
What is Root Canal Treatment?
When is a Root Canal Necessary?
Many people underestimate the importance of oral health and the impact it can have on general health. Unfortunately, this means many people neglect their regular dental check-ups because they don’t consider them necessary. At Pakenham Shine Dental, we recommend a dental check-up and oral examination in Pakenham every 6 months. Most dental diseases can be prevented with early diagnosis and treatment. However, the first step needs to be taken by you, and that step involves picking up the phone to book a dental check-up and clean twice a year. It’s important to remember that the dental check-up cost is a small price to pay when it comes to investing in good oral health and hygiene
- Pain when eating or drinking
- A constant dull ache that’s usually worse at night and can be radiating
- Intermittent pain
- Pain on biting (due to decay, cracking, etc.)
What Does a Root Canal Treatment Involve?
First, your dentist will determine if a root canal treatment is necessary. This may involve an oral examination and x-rays to identify the current health of the tooth. If the tooth does need a root canal, your dentist will first apply anaesthetic to ensure you do not experience pain during the procedure. Next, an access hole is drilled from the top of the tooth into the nerve(pulp) chamber. The infected pulp is removed from the root canals using a number of different high tech instruments. Once this is done, the dentist fills the cavity with an inert material and seals up the opening. If enough of the tooth has been damaged or removed as a result of treatment, a crown maybe required. Finally, your dentist will provide you with aftercare instructions to follow to help minimise complications after the procedure.