What Is Root Canal Treatment?
Tooth nerve therapy is commonly known as root canal treatment or Endodontics.
Root canal treatment is used to treat decayed teeth and can often save teeth that have been severely weakened as a result of decay spreading to the living tissue within the tooth.
It is the pulp tissue which contains the blood vessels and nerves. When decay spreads to the pulp chambers and infects the pulp tissue, the tooth effectively starts to die. If the tooth is left untreated, decay can spread and may cause abscesses and severe dental pain.
Root canal treatment is a procedure, which involves removing the decayed tissue and both cleaning and sealing the root canals. We use the latest techniques to produce the best possible outcomes. We recognise that many patients may be anxious about having treatment and we do all we can to make you feel as comfortable as possible.
Once the decayed tissue has been removed from the tooth, the root canals are cleaned thoroughly and then filled with dental material to prevent further infection. A crown is then placed over the existing tooth structure to restore function to the mouth and create a natural looking tooth.
Why pick us?
If you're looking for a root canal treatment under local anaesthetic or sedation and affordable prices, our state-of-the-art clinic can help.
Dr Jay Mehta is vital part of our team at ALFA Dental and is a Dentist with a special interest in Endodontics. Creating a relaxing environment for his patients is an essential factor in contributing to the best possible treatment outcome.
A root canal is a procedure designed as an attempt to save and retain a tooth that would otherwise be extracted.
Jay usually sees his patients for an initial consultation visit in which he discusses various aspects of the treatment. However, this consultation appointment can be combined with treatment if it is more convenient to the patient. In house sedation can also be provided during root canal treatment if required.