Root canals in Cheltenham, and around Australia, have somewhat of a fearsome reputation. Particularly among the older generation, the procedure was viewed as something incorporating a considerable amount of discomfort, and was even viewed as a last resort.
With better pain medications and knowledge, these fears are now unfounded. Root canals provide real benefit to those suffering from advanced tooth decay or an abscessed tooth. They are an efficient and effective method of saving a rotting tooth, without extracting it completely and replacing it with an implant.
Many tooth aches that we have presented to us are caused by advanced tooth decay. When the ‘pulp’ inside a tooth has come in to contact with bacteria – often from a cavity – it can become infected. This infection spreads through the pulp of a tooth, and can encourage its overall decay from the inside out. This impacts the root, which is what causes pain. Left like this, the infection can spread.
A root canal replaces the infected pump and root within the stricken tooth with a rubber sealant paste, known as gutta percha. The root within a tooth is actually not necessary for its function after it has emerged through the gumline – it only provides sensory input about hot or cold, so its replacement has a minimal impact. Often, to secure the tooth or repair it, a crown is placed on the tooth to ensure it is fully sealed, and strong. Once installed, your tooth is as good as new.
Rather than viewing them with nervous anticipation, root canals in Cheltenham should be viewed for what they are – the act of saving one of your natural teeth to chew another day. For more information, contact Bayside Family Dental today.
Company : Bayside Family Dental
Contact : Lisa Vokes
Address : 32 Chesterville Rd, Cheltenham, VIC 3192
Phone : 03 8510 0148
Email : info@baysidefd.com.au
Website : https://baysidefamilydental.com.au