Root canal treatment in Beenleigh can let you keep your own tooth when the pulp inside it is inflamed or infected. We explain your options before you decide.
What is root canal treatment?
Root canal treatment removes inflamed or infected pulp, the soft tissue inside a tooth, then cleans, disinfects and seals the canals inside the root. Pulp can be damaged by deep decay, repeated dental work on the same tooth, cracks or a knock to the mouth, sometimes even when the tooth looks fine. Without treatment, an infected tooth can lead to an abscess and may need to come out. Signs include lingering pain after hot or cold food, pain when you bite, a darkened tooth or a pimple-like bump on the gum, although sometimes there are no symptoms and the problem shows up on an X-ray. After treatment, a crown is often recommended to protect the tooth from cracking. Teeth.org.au, the ADA’s patient site, explains root canal treatment step by step.
Who it's for
- Toothache that lingers after hot or cold food and drinks
- Pain when you bite or chew
- A tooth that has darkened
- Swelling or a bump on the gum near a tooth
- An infection found on an X-ray, even without pain
What to expect from root canal treatment in Beenleigh
1. Diagnosis.
We examine the tooth, take X-rays and explain your options, including extraction.
2. Cleaning the canals.
The tooth is numbed, the infected pulp is removed and the canals are cleaned. A temporary filling goes in.
3. Filling the canals.
Once the infection settles, the canals are filled and sealed.
4. Restoring the tooth.
The tooth is rebuilt with a filling, often followed by a crown.
Got a tooth that’s aching? Call us. We set aside time each day for urgent problems.
Cost of root canal treatment in Beenleigh
The cost depends on which tooth is treated, because back teeth have more canals, and on if you need a crown afterwards. We’ll give you a written quote before we start. We accept all private health funds and claim on the spot with HICAPS. You can spread the cost with a payment plan or Afterpay, or ask whether SuperCare may be an option.
Frequently asked questions
Does root canal treatment hurt?
The tooth is numbed, so it should feel much like having a filling. It’s often the infection, not the treatment, that causes the pain.
How many visits will I need?
Most root canal treatments need more than one visit. It depends on the tooth and how much infection there is.
Does it always work?
It has a high success rate, but not always. Sometimes a tooth needs retreatment, an apicectomy or extraction later. We’ll explain the outlook for your tooth.
What if I'd rather have the tooth out?
That’s an option, and we’ll talk it through. Keeping your own tooth usually avoids the need for an implant, bridge or denture.
Can I have it done under sedation?
Yes. Ask us about IV sedation.
Book your appointment in Beenleigh
Book root canal treatment in Beenleigh by calling (07) 3287 5390 or booking online. We’re at 65 City Rd.
Related treatments
Wisdom teeth removal, surgical extractions and apicectomy.