ROOT CANAL & ENDODONTICS
Root Canal Treatment
At Belwell Dental, we know how daunting root canal treatment can seem. So, we pride ourselves on delivering painless experiences for our patients in Sutton Coldfield.
Over the course of two visits, your dentist will remove any decayed tooth tissue and clean the root canals to remove the bacterial infection and place a temporary filling. This will then be left to settle. When you return for your second visit, your dentist will fill the root canals using fine rubber-like points that seal the area and prevent further infections.
What is root canal treatment?
Root canal treatment is a procedure used to repair and save a tooth that is infected or damaged.
Your tooth has a bundle of nerves and blood vessels inside it, known as the pulp. The pulp is the heart of your tooth, keeping it alive and strong enough to function.
When it becomes infected or damaged, rootcanal treatment is the best possible solution to avoid losing your tooth entirely.
The infected or damaged pulp is removed, and the inside of your tooth is cleaned and sealed. Root canal treatment can be done by a dentist or endodontist (a specialist in treating problems with the pulp inside the tooth). The procedure is usually done in one or more visits, depending on the complexity of the case. After the root canal treatment, a crown or filling is usually placed on top of your tooth to protect it and restore it to its full function.
What will root canal treatment feel like?
Before beginning the procedure, your dentist will numb the area around your tooth with a local anaesthetic to ensure that you are comfortable. They will usually place a rubber dam over the tooth to stop water filling up in your mouth. The tooth is cleaned with special instruments, and then filled to seal it from any bacteria.
This could be split over one or two appointments, depending on the complexity.
What is root canal treatment?
Root canal treatment is a procedure used to repaair and save a tooth that is infected or damaged.
Your tooth has a bundle of nerves and blood vessels inside it, known as the pulp. The pulp is the heart of your tooth, keeping it alive and strong enough to function.
When it becomes infected or damaged, rootcanal treatment is the best possible solution to avoid losing your tooth entirely.
The infected or damaged pulp is removed, and the inside of your tooth is cleaned and sealed. Root canal can be done by a dentist or endodontist (a specialist in treating problems with the pulp inside the tooth). The procedure is usually done in one or more visits, depending on the complexity of the case. After the treatment, a crown or filling is usually placed on top of your tooth to protect it and restore it to its full function.
What will root canal treatment feel like?
Before beginning the procedure, your dentist will numb the area around your tooth with a local anaesthetic to ensure that you are comfortable. They will usually place a rubber dam over the tooth to stop water filling up in your mouth. The tooth is cleaned with special instruments, and then filled to seal it from any bacteria.
This could be split over one or two appointments, depending on the complexity.
Suffering From Tooth Pain?
Our endodontist at Belwell Dental, can diagnose the cause of any tooth pain quickly and perform root canal treatment if necessary. If you are suffering from tooth pain contact us using the button below.
Why is root canal the best option for an infected or damaged tooth?
- Pain relief: If you are experiencing pain from an infected or damaged tooth, root canal can provide relief by removing the infected or damaged pulp from inside the tooth.
- Preservation of the natural tooth: If your tooth is damaged or infected, root canal is the ideal option to avoid losing your tooth.
- Avoidance of further problems: Root canal can help to prevent the infection from spreading and causing irreparable damage to your tooth.
- Cost-effective: In many cases, root canal can be a more cost-effective option, compared to replacing it with an artificial solution.
Our New Endodontic Microscope At Belwell Dental
At Belwell Dental we are continuously investing in the best technology for our patients, our new state of the art endodontic microscope provides superior optical clarity and high magnification, enabling precise visualization of intricate tooth anatomy and root canal systems. Our endodontist Dr. Nassar Khan has been undertaking clinically demanding and complex root canal treatments for many years for patients at Belwell Dental and also endodontic referrals from nearby dental practices.
What if I am nervous about the treatment?
It is totally understandable to feel anxious about your treatment. Our dentists are specially trained to manage anxiety in the chair, and are more than happy to discuss your treatment at depth.
