Root Canal Treatment in East London
Root canal treatment (endodontic treatment) is a procedure to treat the inside of a tooth when the nerve tissue has become inflamed or infected. Rather than removing the tooth, the aim is to clean and seal the root canals so the tooth can be kept. Modern techniques and magnification help make the process more predictable and comfortable.
Why Root Canal Treatment Is Needed
The nerve inside a tooth can become inflamed or infected due to deep decay, repeated work on the tooth, a crack, or trauma. This can cause pain, swelling or a dental abscess. Without treatment, the tooth may need to be removed. Root canal treatment aims to relieve pain and preserve the natural tooth.
What the Procedure Involves
After numbing the area, the dentist accesses the inside of the tooth, cleans and shapes the root canals, and seals them to prevent further infection. The tooth is then usually restored with a filling or crown to protect it. Treatment may be completed in one or more visits depending on the complexity of the canals.
Does It Hurt?
Root canal treatment is carried out under local anaesthetic. Most patients experience little or no discomfort during the procedure. Some tenderness afterwards is normal and usually settles within a few days. The reputation root canals have for pain usually reflects the pain of the infection that made treatment necessary, not the treatment itself.
After Treatment
A tooth that has had root canal treatment is often weaker and usually needs a crown to protect it long term. Advance Dental Care can often restore a root-treated tooth with a CEREC crown where suitable. Regular check-ups help monitor the tooth over time.
Why Choose Advance Dental Care?
The practice combines careful endodontic treatment with modern digital dentistry, including the option of a CEREC crown to protect a root-treated tooth. Leon has cared for East London patients for over twenty years and takes a measured, long-term approach to preserving natural teeth where possible.
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