Never
again do you need to be afraid of having a Root Canal!
Root
Canal Treatment done at Enhance Dental practice uses a state-of-the-art electronic cleaning and
measuring device (apex locator). This amazing device shown
opposite is called the Tri-Auto
ZX.
This
high-tech device makes root canals a more enjoyable, predictable,
safer and faster procedure and ensures:
1.
Precise length of root canal is determined to help
prevent pain or discomfort during and after the procedure.
2. Treatment time is shortened giving you more time to enjoy
life.
3. Success of treatment is much greater and this will prevent
more complex and costly treatment or tooth loss.
4. Minimum use of X-rays increases your safety and
reduces costs! |
Tri-Auto
ZX |
Root
Canal Treatment
This
involves removing the pulp (called the nerve) from within the
tooth and then sealing the cavity. The pulp lies in the tooth
centre within a thin canal extending from the crown of the tooth
through to the tip of the root.
Root
canal treatment may be required when the tooth becomes painful,
tender to bite on, is particularly sensitive to heat and cold,
or may have an obvious large cavity, which extends into the nerve
of the tooth, or suddenly becomes dark in colour. Sometimes the
pulp of the tooth will die without causing any noticeable pain.
Other times the face may become swollen.
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Under
a advanced dental anaesthetic, the remains of the nerve are
cleaned through a small hole in the crown of the tooth using
the Tri-Auto ZX. |
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Thin files are used, together with cleaning solutions and
medications are placed inside the canal accurately placed
to the correct position by using the Tri-Auto
ZX. |
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Minimal
x-rays are taken, to help diagnose the necessary treatment,
verify the length of your tooth and monitor treatment. |
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Finally,
a sealant is placed and bonded in the canal. |
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Upon completion of root canal treatment a final covering
must be placed on the crown of the tooth. This is necessary
because all root filled teeth become more fragile, brittle
and normally darken. You may choose either a porcelain (tooth
coloured) or gold crown for your tooth. The crown fits around
and protects the tooth from splitting. A white composite
filling may be used but you run a very high risk of tooth
fracture in the future. Often a titanium or zirconium post
is placed inside the tooth to reinforce the tooth.
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Answers
to commonly asked questions on root canal treatment:
1.
The procedure can take multiple
appointments and will be determined in each individual case.
2.
The tooth may darken after root treatment, especially
if the tooth has received a heavy blow resulting in some bleeding
into the tissue. This will be eliminated by having the tooth crowned
as explained above.
3.
More than 90% of root treatments are very successful
and this will prevent more costly and complex treatments or tooth
loss.
4.
The procedure is very painless thanks to the use of the
Tri-Auto ZX (see
above) and also advanced dental anaesthetic.
5.
Costs vary depending on the number of roots your tooth
has, the degree of complexity and skill required, use of high
quality materials/instuments and the length of time needed to
carry out this treatment. Expect front teeth to cost less than
back teeth. Please note due to the high variability of one tooth
compared to another a quotation will require you to first make
an appointment for a consultation by calling (03)9533-8488.
6.
Front teeth usually have one canal whereas back teeth
usually have two or three canals. Some back teeth have four canals
but this is less common.
7.
Your root treated tooth could last a lifetime, if you
continue to care for your teeth, gums and the tooth is strengthened
with a crown as shown above.
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