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Root canal treatment at Braeside Dental

Root canal treatment, offered at Braeside Dental in Launceston, is a crucial procedure aimed at saving and restoring damaged or infected teeth. This procedure becomes necessary when the inner pulp of the tooth, containing nerves, blood vessels, and connective tissues, becomes infected or inflamed due to deep decay, trauma, or repeated dental procedures

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What are Root Canal Treatments?

Procedure to save infected teeth, involving removal of damaged pulp, cleaning, and sealing the tooth to prevent reinfection.
  • Procedure to remove infected or damaged pulp from inside the tooth.
  • Cleaning and disinfecting the tooth’s interior.
  • Filling and sealing the tooth to prevent further infection.
  • Restoring the tooth with a crown or filling.
  • Done to save a tooth from extraction.
  • Typically performed under local anesthesia.
Advantages/Benefits of Root Canal Treatment
  • Saves the natural tooth from extraction.
  • Relieves pain and discomfort.
  • Prevents the spread of infection to surrounding teeth and gums.
  • Restores chewing and biting function.
  • Maintains the natural appearance of the smile.
  • Long-term solution for preserving oral health.

When to Choose Root Canal Treatment?

For severe tooth pain, sensitivity, or swelling, indicating infection or damage that requires treatment to save the tooth.
  • Severe tooth pain, especially when chewing or applying pressure.
  • Sensitivity to hot or cold that lingers after the stimulus is removed.
  • Swelling or tenderness in the nearby gums.

Why Choose Root Canal Treatment?

Preserve natural teeth, alleviate pain, and restore oral health with a proven procedure that saves teeth from extraction.
  • Preserve the natural tooth and avoid extraction.
  • Alleviate pain and discomfort associated with infected teeth.
  • Restore oral health and function.

How Does the Process of Root Canal Treatment Work?

Initial assessment, anesthesia, removal of infected pulp, cleaning, sealing, restoration, ensuring a pain-free and effective procedure.
  • Initial consultation and examination to assess the tooth’s condition.
  • Administration of local anesthesia to numb the area.
  • Removal of infected or damaged pulp from the tooth’s interior.
  • Cleaning and shaping of the root canals to remove bacteria.
  • Filling and sealing the tooth to prevent reinfection.
  • Placement of a crown or filling to restore the tooth’s strength and function.
Why Choose Braeside Dental for Root Canal Treatment?
  • Expertise in performing root canal treatments.
  • Compassionate care and patient comfort.
  • Commitment to preserving natural teeth and promoting oral health.

What Problems Can Root Canal Treatment Fix?

Address infected or damaged teeth, relieve pain, prevent tooth loss, restore oral health, and preserve the natural smile.
  • Infected or abscessed teeth.
  • Severe tooth decay or damage.
  • Pain and discomfort associated with damaged or infected teeth.
  • Inflammation or swelling in the gums.
  • Sensitivity to hot or cold foods and drinks.
  • Risk of tooth loss due to infection or damage.
Root canal treatment at Braeside Dental provides a reliable solution for saving damaged or infected teeth, alleviating pain, and restoring oral health.

Our Procedures

Call our friendly team and they will help you arrange an appointment. We are available 5 days a week.

We know it can be a daunting process, so we make sure we guide you through every step of the way and make you feel as comfortable as can be. Our team is trained to help you feel at ease from the moment you arrive in our practice, additionally we also offer various means of sedation

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We offer various competitive interest free payment plan options that will allow you to pay for your selected treatment in flexible installments.

Our Treatments

The duration of a root canal treatment varies depending on the tooth’s complexity and the extent of infection. It can take from one to three visits, with each visit lasting about 30 minutes to 2 hours.
No, root canal treatment is not painful. Local anesthesia is used to numb the tooth and the surrounding area. Patients may experience minor discomfort post-treatment, which can be managed with over-the-counter pain relievers.
After the root canal, a crown is usually placed on the treated tooth to protect it and restore its function. Patients can resume normal activities, but it’s important to follow good oral hygiene practices to maintain the tooth’s health.
Yes, root canal treatment can be performed on children if they have infected or damaged primary (baby) teeth. Saving primary teeth is essential for proper oral development. Pediatric dentists are skilled in providing this treatment for children.

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