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In this Root Canal Therapy page, you will learn more about root canal treatment and how it can help save a tooth. If you like what you are reading, then please call us on 02 6249 1391, or complete the enquiry form below for your consultation.

Root Canal Therapy

Teeth have roots that are located inside the tooth and travel into the gum and bone of the upper or lower jawbone. Sometimes the tooth root can become infected, creating inflammation and immense pain. If left untreated, the infection can spread into the blood and throughout your body. But modern root canal therapy can help.

Root canal therapy is a way to save your tooth. First, the root is cleaned of all decay and infection, then a covering is often placed onto the tooth to save and protect it. Once thought to be a painful procedure, today’s advanced methods involve little to very minimal discomfort. We use numbing agents to ensure your comfort and work with you to help you feel safe and at ease.

What Leads to Root Canal Problems

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Sometimes an infection in the mouth may go undetected and spread throughout the teeth. As time goes on, the infection can spread into the tooth and the root, where the nerves, blood supply and lymph are contained. The spreading infection creates inflammation and pain, and unfortunately brushing and rinsing teeth will not clear the infection.

This is where root canal therapy steps in, and the tooth pulp is removed to eliminate the infection. Many people fear root canal therapy as they associate the pain with the nerves in the area, however, the infection and sometimes dying root are the sources of discomfort and once they are removed, the pain goes with it.

Miranda does an excellent job of looking after her patients. The staff are very friendly, attentive, and well organised. I’ve been coming to Bespoke Dental for years and will continue to do so.

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Signs You Might Need a Root Canal Treatment

A dental examination should be scheduled at the first sign of tooth pain. It may be the beginning of decay or infection, and the dental solution may require only a filling, which will prevent the need for a root canal treatment.

Sometimes infections may not cause pain, and so it spreads into the tooth, creating the need for root canal therapy. The following are indications that you may need a dental solution to heal your tooth and root:

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Tooth or jaw pain that will not alleviate with over-the-counter pain medication

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Tooth or jaw pain that is ongoing

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Swollen or painful gum

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Difficulty opening your mouth due to stiffness or pain

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Gum abscess near the pain

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Darkening of the gum around a tooth with a dental filling or cavity

Advantages of Root Canal Therapy

Root canal therapy is often the best solution to save a tooth whose root canal and nerves have been damaged by infection. It can help save your tooth so you can continue to eat without problems. It is also cost-effective since there will no need for an implant or other prosthetic to fill the space where a tooth has been removed. The following are some of the advantages of a root canal treatment:

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Efficient and cost-effective solution to repair a tooth damaged by infection

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Remove infection to stop it from spreading

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Retain function of your tooth

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Save your natural tooth

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Restore aesthetics to your tooth with a filling or crown

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Prevent jawbone deterioration

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Little to very minimal discomfort

Very good booking arrangements, welcome on arrival, dentist fully and clearly explains proposed procedures at the start and as you go. Attention to comfort. Very skillful treatment throughout. Am very confident in their work.

Mervyn C.

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Save Your Tooth

When decay or infection get out of control and cause pain, many people want the tooth removed. However, teeth are mostly strong and can exist without the root, making root canal therapy the best way to prevent losing your tooth. But why not just pull it out?

When a tooth is lost, the jawbone begins to deteriorate, which can change the shape of your face. The sunken jawbone often causes a person to look older than their years. At the same time, surrounding teeth may shift out of place resulting in crooked teeth, and chewing can be painful on the gum. But saving the tooth by cleaning the root canal and then protecting the tooth will ensure you keep it for many years, especially with proper care.

The Root Canal Therapy Procedure

Our skilled dentists at Bespoke Dental appreciate the concerns of those who are fearful of root canal therapy. We will work with you to allay concerns and provide an ideal outcome, so your tooth has a second chance. The following is a typical root canal therapy procedure.

We begin with a comprehensive dental examination with x-rays, so we can see how far the infection has spread, as well as the shape of your tooth root. After a local anesthetic is administered, an opening will be made in the tooth so we can reach the root. The root canal is thoroughly cleaned and disinfected, and when complete we will either fill the tooth or create a crown to protect the tooth and root canal. Thanks to our skilled dentists and modern technology, root canal therapy has an incredibly high success rate and with proper care, your tooth will remain intact for many years.

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After-Care

Once the procedure is complete, you may feel sensitivity as the area continues to heal. Your dentist will provide proper aftercare instructions based on your needs, but the following are typical guidelines to support your recovery:

Avoid exercise for one or two days

Keep your head elevated and relax

Avoid eating for a few hours after treatment

Take medications as instructed

Rinse with lukewarm saltwater

Use a cold compress on your face if there is swelling

Avoid smoking and alcohol for at least a few days after treatment

Do not drink through straws for at least three days

Brush and floss as instructed by your dentist

Payment Plan Options

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Optimum oral health with the right dental solutions should be available to everyone. If you need a root canal, you don’t want to wait. We believe money should not be part of your worries. That’s why we offer our patients zero-deposit, zero-interest payment plans to fit your budget. To learn more about our payment options, click here.

In Pain? Let us Help

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In Pain? Let us Help

If you feel tooth or jaw pain, call right away and schedule a dental examination. Our experienced team will identify the problem and create the best treatment pathway to bring relief. We look forward to welcoming you into our Bespoke family.

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Root Canal Therapy Turner, Canberra

Root Canal Therapy

What Leads to Root Canal Problems

Signs You Might Need a Root Canal Treatment

Advantages of Root Canal Therapy

Save Your Tooth

The Root Canal Therapy Procedure

After-Care

Payment Plan Options

In Pain? Let us Help

In Pain? Let us Help

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