root canal treatment
Root canal treatment aims to save a tooth by removing infected or damaged pulp tissue from inside the tooth's root canals
Reasons for root canal treatment
Within every tooth encased in enamel and dentine is our pulp tissue. This comprises of blood and nerve supply and allows the tooth to be vital or ‘living’.
Sometimes due to trauma, decay or extra forces on a tooth this living tissue can die off causing toothache or eventually result in infection or abscess.
When the pulp chambers and canals do not have living tissue within them, they can fill up or home bacteria. This complex inner space of the tooth can then harbour infection and this is often why a swelling can occur.
Saving a tooth – Restoring Comfort
In 2024, the patient came to us with recurrent pain and facial swelling. The issue was traced to a lower back tooth that had been crowned the year before, which had developed an infection under the crown.
After reviewing the x-ray, we recommended root canal therapy to stop the infection, relieve pain, and preserve the existing crown.
The treatment was carefully completed, cleaning and sealing all the roots to protect the tooth from further problems. The crown was preserved during treatment.
At the one-year follow-up, the X-ray showed complete healing and healthy bone regeneration around the tooth. The patient remained pain-free with healthy gum tissues and a fully functional tooth.
Root canal therapy successfully eliminated the infection and preserved the patient’s natural tooth and crown.
Dr. Alashaw, who completed this work, is available at Tovey Little for consultation and treatment appointments to help you restore and preserve problematic teeth.
Call us to book on 01924 374092.
How does it work?
Sometimes teeth can have one simple root and one simple canal making it easy to access by the dentist. More often, as teeth are further back in their position molars their inner anatomy can be more complex with 3 or 4 roots and sometimes 4 or more canals.
These canals may be microscopically small, and connected. Finding them, disinfecting them and finally sealing them, can be a real challenge.
Root canal treatment can be very successful in allowing you to keep a tooth for many years after treatment. However, in teeth that have a complex anatomy, or if previous root canal treatment has failed, your dentist may discuss referring you to a Specialist or Dentist with a Special Interest in Endodontics.
These are dentists who are highly trained and skilled at more challenging cases and can often significantly increase your tooth’s chance of success.
RELIEVE PAIN AND SAVE YOUR TOOTH
root canal Benefits
pain relief
Root canal treatment alleviates severe toothache caused by infected or damaged pulp, restoring comfort and oral health.
Tooth Preservation
It allows you to save your natural tooth rather than having it extracted, maintaining chewing function and aesthetics.
Long-Term Solution
Successfully treated teeth can last for many years with proper care, providing a durable solution to dental issues.
Ready to Say Goodbye to Tooth Pain?
Root canal treatment is intended to be a permanent solution for saving a tooth. With proper oral hygiene and regular dental check-ups, the treated tooth can last a lifetime.
If you are having toothache or have had symptoms of swelling or recurrent pain root canal treatment may be recommended by your dentist. Ask today if you think it might be right for you.
