Root Canal Therapy in Gordon
Gentle and Caring Dentistry in Gordon – Your Trusted Gordon Dentist
Root Canal Therapy May Save Your Tooth
Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner.
Are you worried about getting a root canal?
Root canals have long been one of the most feared procedures in dentistry.
Today, however, dentistry has evolved to the point where root canal therapy is no longer the painful procedure it once was. It’s time to look past the bad reputation of the root canal and see it for the valuable, pain-relieving procedure it actually is.
Root Canal Therapy
Anatomically speaking, the root canal is the area of the tooth that houses the pulp and nerve. Sometimes this part of the tooth can become infected.
When this happens, not only is the tooth painful and sensitive, the infection can also spread to other areas of the mouth as well as other teeth. The most effective way to treat this infection is root canal therapy.
Once the anaesthetic takes effect, and you are completely numb, your dentist will create a small access point in your tooth. Working through this point, the infected material will be drained out along with the pulp and any other debris. The interior of the tooth will be thoroughly cleaned out to make sure that no infection remains. An antibiotic medication may be placed inside the tooth to prevent further infection.
Your tooth will then be filled, and a cap or crown will most likely be placed. This is necessary because the structure of the tooth will be weakened, and a restoration will protect the tooth from breakage and also allow you to chew comfortably.
Do You Have a Toothache? We Can Help You.
Do I Need a Root Canal?
If you have been experiencing any of these signs or symptoms, call our clinic. You may have an infection that could require treatment.
- Severe pain in one or more teeth
- Pain that is aggravated by chewing or pressure
- Pain and sensitivity aggravated by hot or cold temperatures
- Darkening of one or more teeth
- A “pimple” on the gums
- Swelling and tenderness in the gums that may radiate to the cheek or jaw
Call our practice to arrange an appointment. Root canal therapy may be necessary to get rid of your pain and reduce your stress. We strive to treat emergencies quickly.
Meet Our Doctor:
Dr Sukhpreet Kaur completed her Bachelor of Dental Surgery in 2007 and subsequently completed her ADC General Dentist Certificate at Royal Dental Hospital in Melbourne.
She has been since working in private practices in and around Sydney such as Campbelltown, Stanmore , Bondi Junction. She also worked in Regional towns like Orange to develop a better understanding of diverse oral health needs in regional Australia.
Dr. Kaur is member of Australian Dental Association since 2010 and has volunteered consistently for National Dental Foundation in Australia. She was awarded by ADA for her participation and contribution in “Rebuilding
