About Root Canal Treatment
When decay, damage or a crack affects the inner tissue of a tooth, root canal treatment may be recommended to address the infection or inflammation. The procedure involves removing the affected tissue, cleaning and disinfecting the root canals, then sealing the inside of the tooth.
Where possible, treatment helps preserve your natural tooth rather than removing it. Your dentist will explain what is involved and whether additional restoration, such as a crown, may be recommended.
The Root Canal Treatment Procedure
Assessment & X-rays
Your dentist examines the tooth and may take dental X-rays to assess the affected area and plan treatment.
Local Anaesthetic & Access
Local anaesthetic is used to numb the area before an opening is made in the tooth to access the affected tissue.
Cleaning & Sealing the Canals
The affected tissue is removed, and the root canals are cleaned, disinfected and sealed to help prevent further infection.
Final Restoration
The tooth is restored with an appropriate filling or, where recommended, a crown to help protect it and restore its function.