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Root canal treatment is used to save a tooth that has a damaged or diseased nerve. In days gone by, there was no treatment if the nerve of a tooth died and the tooth had to be extracted.
If you feel like you may need to have a root canal, contact Era Health Dentist or book an appointment online now.
The Procedure
The only way to know if root canal treatment can help you keep your natural teeth is to consult an experienced dentist in Melbourne, like those we have at Era Health Dental Clinic call 03 9944 6200.
The main reason you might need a root canal treatment is if an infection inside your tooth or gums has caused the nerve to become damaged or die. Other reasons include an accident, decay deep in a tooth, a severe chip or crack in a tooth or gum disease.
Root canal treatment should be no more painful than having a filling. With the technology available to our dentist, numbing creams and anesthesia the treatment should not hurt however. After the treatment it is common to feel numbness and discomfort, this can last a few days.
Yes, root canal is expensive. This is why we recommend 6 monthly general checkups to we can ensure your teeth do not get to this stage where you require this type of treatment.
Root Canal Melbourne treatment at Era Health is a dental procedure used to remove infected or damaged pulp inside a tooth. The tooth is then cleaned, disinfected, and sealed to prevent further infection while preserving the natural tooth structure.
You may need Root Canal Melbourne treatment if you experience severe tooth pain, prolonged sensitivity to hot or cold, swelling, or signs of infection. At Era Health, our dentists assess the tooth carefully to determine whether root canal therapy is required.
Modern Root Canal Melbourne procedures at Era Health are performed using advanced techniques and local anaesthesia to ensure patient comfort. Most patients report minimal discomfort during the procedure, similar to having a standard dental filling.
The duration of Root Canal Melbourne treatment depends on the complexity of the infection. In most cases, the procedure can be completed in one to two visits at Era Health, with each session typically lasting 60 to 90 minutes.
After Root Canal Melbourne treatment, the tooth is usually restored with a crown to protect and strengthen it. Patients may experience mild sensitivity for a short period, but recovery is generally quick, and normal function returns shortly after treatment.
