Launceston Dental - Root Canal Treatment

Root canal treatment

Might Have Root Canal Problem?

Our root canal treatments are precise, pain free and affordable

Achieve A Beautiful & Wholesome Smile

Initial Consultation

We will talk you through the various available options first before commencing on any procedure.

Effective Numbing

Don’t worry, due to our numbing agents you’ll hardly notice anything as we try to make you comfortable.

Preserve And Protect

A root canal can help preserve your smile for a long time as we’ll place a crown on top to protect it.

Keep On Smiling

We don’t use stiches but instead utilise the latest digital technology for a quick recovery.

Payment Plan Options

We offer many flexible and customisable payment plan options that you can apply for.

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Experienced Team

The Launceston Dental has been delivering high quality dental services for more than 35 years. Our experienced team of Launceston Dentist bring experience and professionalism to every consultation.

Various Treatments Available

We offer a wide range of quality treatment options to meet needs of each individual and with our latest state-of-the-art technology allowing you to be as comfortable as possible.

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We provide our patients with a caring dental service in one convenient location down in Launceston, Tasmania

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We make it easy for you to achieve your smile goals today with the flexibility of paying when it suits you.

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Root canal treatment

Root canal treatment can save a severely infected tooth that would otherwise have to be extracted.

Often just referred to as a “root canal”, root canal treatment becomes necessary when tooth nerves have become infected.

This can occur as a direct result of decay or when a crack in a tooth extends into the pulp – the soft tissue in the central part of a tooth.

The Root Canal Procedure

Root canal treatment is like a filling that extends into the tooth root. It entails:

Removal of diseased tissue

Cleaning, filling and sealing the affected area

Placing a dental crown to restore the tooth to full function

Local anaesthesia and modern treatment techniques minimise discomfort during the root canal procedure, and many root canals can be completed in a single appointment.

Your tooth may feel sensitive for a few days after treatment, especially if you were experiencing pain before the procedure. Any discomfort can be relieved with prescription or over-the-counter medications.

If you suspect you have a badly infected tooth, contact us to find out whether a root canal procedure may be able to save it.

Signs you might need a root canal

Several problems can result in the need for root canal therapy. The main culprits are deep decay or a cracked tooth.

The most common symptom of a root canal problem is moderate to severe pain.

Other signs you may need root canal treatment include:

Prolonged sensitivity after hot or cold food or drinks
Discoloration of the tooth – an indication that the nerve is dying
Sore, swollen gums
Gums darkening in colour

In some cases, there may be no obvious symptoms that you need root canal treatment.

You might also need a root canal after repeated dental work on the same tooth or if you have a defective dental crown.

Benefits of root canal treatment

In restoring an infected tooth to full function, root canal treatment provides benefits such as:

Ending the misery of severe toothache
Enabling you to eat the foods you enjoy
Allowing you to smile with confidence

A root canal also eliminates the bacteria that caused the decay and inflammation. This prevents infection spreading to surrounding teeth and other areas of your body including vital organs.