Root Canal Treatment

Root canal treatment has come a long way since the days of the past.

Once known as being an invasive procedure, the root canal treatment of today causes minimal discomfort and has the potential to salvage a tooth, helping you to avoid a dental extraction.

What is root canal treatment?

This treatment is appropriate when the pulp of a tooth has become infected, and here at Ascot Dental Suite, our dentists are highly diligent in carrying out this complex treatment.

Who is root canal treatment for?

When the soft tissue inside the root of a tooth becomes infected or inflamed, a root canal is a restorative procedure that can treat it. Infection and inflammation can occur as a result of deep decay, repeated procedures on the tooth in question, or a crack or chip.

Why have root canal treatment?

It’s always our goal to do everything we can to preserve your natural teeth, and a root canal is a way of achieving this when the pulp of a tooth has become infected. Having a root canal will save you from requiring restorative treatment and give you a healthy tooth you can keep in great condition with regular brushing and flossing thereafter.

You will also have better-biting forces to enjoy the foods you love best without having to worry about pain. As infected teeth often appear grey, you may have lost your love of smiling since sustaining the infection. Thanks to your beautiful and bespoke new crown post-treatment, you’re likely to find your volition to smile returns, along with your confidence.

Stages of treatment

Initial examination:

• A thorough examination of the tooth. Discussion with you about any symptoms you have.

Cleaning the tooth

• Your dentist will create a hole at the centre of the tooth and use disinfectants to clean the area, which is then dried.
• A rubber filling is inserted and a temporary filling is used to protect the tooth from further decay.

Placing your crown

• We will design a beautiful bespoke crown to replace your temporary filling. Your crown will be a match for your tooth shade and will look in harmony with the shape of your existing teeth.