General Dentistry · Edgecliff
Treatment of infected or inflamed tooth pulp to save the tooth. Carried out under local anaesthesia over one or more appointments.
About the Procedure
Root canal treatment removes infected or inflamed tissue from inside a tooth, cleans and shapes the canals, and seals the space to prevent reinfection.
It is a technical procedure carried out under local anaesthesia, typically over one to three appointments depending on complexity.
Root canal treatment aims to save a tooth that would otherwise need to be removed. A crown is often recommended after treatment — particularly for back teeth — to protect against fracture.
Post-operative soreness is common for a few days — managed with analgesics.
Instrument separation: rarely, a file may separate in the canal. Significance depends on location and will be discussed if it occurs.
Treatment may not always be successful. Infection may persist or recur, requiring further treatment or extraction.
Complex cases may require referral to a registered endodontist (dental specialist).
Common Questions
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Contact us if you have tooth pain or have been advised you may need root canal treatment.
