Root Canal Services Browns Plains
In most cases, root canal treatment has a rate of success of over 90%. Not everyone is suitable for the procedure. Our dentists will always inform you if the risk of success is lower and compromised in any way. In most cases, it is a non-painful procedure contrary to urban myths.
Root Canal Therapy – Endodontic Treatment for Tooth Decay
The health of the inner pulp or “nerve” of your tooth can deteriorate if it is subjected to trauma or untreated decay. As a consequence, an abscess or pain may develop. At this point, your tooth may require either extraction. But you can save your tooth with root canal treatment.
Sometimes a diseased (“non-vital”) tooth doesn’t show symptoms for years. It silently leeches pus and bacteria into the surrounding bones. Its effect on general health is obvious. A digital OPG X-ray is a valuable tool that can detect this condition. Modern root canal therapy can remove diseased tissue within the root canal and halt the spread of infection.
Procedure
With modern technology and equipment, root canal therapy can be completed in a single visit. However, for more difficult cases, up to three visits are required. The procedure involves drilling a small hole through the top of the tooth. This allows access to the inner chamber of the tooth. for thorough cleaning.
All diseased tissue and bacteria are removed in the cleanse. Then the chamber is measured, shaped, and disinfected. The chambers are now ready to be filled and sealed off from the external environment.
After root canal treatment, the tooth no longer has a supply of blood and minerals. This causes the tooth to become brittle. If the tooth is subjected to high forces and constant pressure, it is recommended to have the tooth crowned.
Crowning protects and strengthens the tooth. Most patients who have root canal treatment experience little to no discomfort or pain. Before long, you’ll enjoy the benefits of a restored tooth. One that can last as long as a healthy natural tooth.
We provide an obligation-free quote before you proceed with any dental treatment. This quote outlays the item numbers and service fees of all the dental procedures required as part of your treatment. If you have private health cover, our HICAPS terminal allows for immediate health fund claims. Be sure to let us know if you are a BUPA platinum member, NIB member, HCF member, or TUH health fund member so that we can give you an accurate quote.
Meet Dr Meifang (Mia) Zhu, Our Endodontics Expert
BDSc, GradDip dentistry, GradDip implantology, MRACDS, FALSM
Dr Mia Zhu has advanced training in endodontics (A dental subspecialty that focuses on treating dental pain/ infection and saving teeth). She is currently an endodontic resident in Doctor of Clinical Dentistry in endodontics at Griffith University to be a fully qualified endodontist. Besides endodontics, Dr Mia holds Post Graduate Diploma in Implantology and has completed advanced prosthodontic residence program training.
Dr Mia is a member of the Royal Australasia College of Dental Surgeons (MRACDS), the American Association of Endodontics ( AAE), the Australia Society of Endodontics( ASE), Australia Dental Association (ADA) and a Fellow of the Australasia Life Style Medicine ( FALSM).
Root Canal FAQ’s
How successful are root canals?
In most cases, root canal treatment has a rate of success of over 90%
What is a root canal treatment?
The procedure involves drilling a small hole through the top of the tooth. This allows access to the inner chamber of the tooth for thorough cleaning internally. All diseased tissue and bacteria are removed in the cleanse. Then the chamber is measured, shaped, and disinfected. The chambers are now ready to be filled and sealed off from the external environment.
When is a root canal necessary?
The health of the inner pulp or “nerve” of your tooth can deteriorate if it is subjected to trauma or untreated decay. As a consequence, an abscess or pain may develop. At this point, your tooth may require either extraction. But you can save your tooth with root canal treatment.