Root Canal Treatment in Brisbane

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ROOT CANAL TREATMENT: 

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Root Canal Treatment is commonly performed to save teeth that have damaged nerves and blood vessels. It is often required to treat toothaches caused by large holes/cavities, cracks and trauma to the teeth. There is a false perception by many people that the root canal procedure is painful and doesn’t work. This is completely false and debunked by countless scientific articles. In fact, root canal therapy is one of the most peaceful and pain-free procedures that we do. This is because modern local anaesthetics numb the teeth so well that the treatment is not felt at all. 
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If you are experiencing severe aching/throbbing pain from a tooth or side of the face, it is possible that you may have a large hidden hole or crack in a tooth which has reached the nerves and blood vessels in the middle of the tooth, called the pulp. When the pulp gets infected, it becomes swollen just like if you got a cut on any other part of your body. The swelling and infection causes’ severe pain as the pulp is full of nerve fibres. If the swelling and pressure in the tooth gets too much for the pulp to handle, it can die leaving a space in the middle of the tooth for bacteria to grow, eventually leading to an abscess. An abscess may flare up over time and potentially lead to facial swelling and other serious conditions. That is why it is important to get any pain in your teeth checked by a dentist to ensure there aren’t any hidden future problems. 

Root Canal Treatment cleans, disinfects and seals the space where the pulp was once located which is an extremely sensitive procedure. The Root Canals are highly complex and require delicate and fine work with stainless steel and titanium files. This is why root canals usually take multiple visits to complete. The pain should subside after the first appointment; however, it is crucial that you attend the subsequent appointment to seal the canals.  Otherwise, they are likely to become infected again requiring the process to be repeated. Most back teeth also require a Crown to protect the now weakened tooth. 

The success rate of a well-done root canal and crown is extremely good, usually between 90-96%. ​The treatment is usually undertaken over 2-3 appointments of approximately 60-90 minutes each, depending on the severity of the damage.
 
Pricing for Root Canal Treatment

The price of a root canal varies greatly depending on which tooth it is and how may roots it has. It is best to see one of our dentists for a consult and take an x-ray to ensure that the tooth actually needs a root canal. From there our dentists can discuss all the options for fixing your tooth and the costs. 
Newmarket Family Dental offers ‘surprise-free fixed pricing’ that’s quoted up front, so you know what you’re committing to. We are also able claim on the spot from your health fund to save you time. Interest-free payment plans are also offered to help spread the cost, so we can do what is best for your teeth. Contact us to chat to our friendly staff!