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Why have root canal treatment?

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Eliminate pain

Successful treatment instantly removes the severe and often debilitating pain that an infected tooth can cause.

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Save your tooth

Root canal treatment allows you to keep your natural tooth structure and is far better for your long-term oral health.

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Long-lasting

If looked after properly, your root-treated tooth has the potential to last without issues for the rest of your life.

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Protect your smile

Root canal treatment stops infection from spreading to other parts of your mouth, protecting your oral health and function.

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What is root canal treatment?

Root canal treatment, also known as endodontics, involves removing infected pulp tissues from within a tooth to relieve pain and improve function. It also stops the infection from spreading and affecting other parts of your mouth. Root canal treatment enables you to keep your natural tooth in place, which is the preferred option for maintaining normal function, proper alignment, and for your oral health. We do all we can to save your tooth from extraction.

The pulp can become infected due to a number of reasons, including deep decay, a large restoration, a cracked or fractured tooth, trauma, excessive wear, and severe gum disease. Symptoms of infection include pain, prolonged sensitivity to heat or cold, swelling, tenderness, and discolouration. If you spot any of these, please talk to us or book a root canal consultation.

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Root canal treatment at Bright Dental Care

We are so fortunate to have a dentist with a special interest in endodontics at our practice. We use state-of-the-art techniques and equipment in every root canal treatment to ensure the best possible results. If you’re in pain or would like to talk to us about treatment, book your consultation today!

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Meet our exceptional root canal specialist

Our skilled root canal dentist, Dr Haseeb Abbasi, is passionate about ensuring his patients’ smiles stay happy and healthy through treatment. He has a calm approach, and is always on hand to ease his patients’ worries. He holds a Master’s degree in Endodontics and focuses his practice solely on root canal treatment, so you can be sure you’re in safe and experienced hands!
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What does root canal treatment involve?

  1. Root Canal Treatment

    Consultation

    Your root canal treatment at Bright Dental care begins with a detailed consultation. We examine your tooth and take an X-ray to see an accurate view of the root canals and surrounding bone. We plan your treatment, giving you an idea of the amount of appointments needed for your case. We also give you the chance to ask us any questions.

  2. Root Canal Treatment

    Flushing & shaping

    We isolate your affected tooth by placing a rubber sheet around it to keep it dry. Using local anaesthetic to keep you comfortable, we remove the infected pulp from inside your tooth and flush the root canals with an antibacterial solution. We shape the canals with specialised tiny instruments and re-wash them to remove any lasting debris.

  3. Gutta-percha

    Sealing

    We fill the root canals of your tooth with a rubber compound material called gutta-percha. This seals your tooth and prevents any further infection by stopping bacteria from being able to enter.

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    Restoration

    To end your root canal treatment, your tooth is sealed with a permanent filling. In some cases, especially where tooth function has been compromised, we may use a tooth-coloured crown to restore your tooth shape and provide an excellent finish.

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Frequently asked questions

The cost of a root canal varies depending on the complexity of your case. At our dental practice in Epping, we give you a personalised quote after your initial consultation. If you would like a guide to our root canal treatment fees, please get in touch.