Root Canal Treatment

These could be signs that you need a root canal procedure. Here at Liberty Dental in Bowmanville, we understand the importance of saving your natural tooth and relieving you of dental pain.

What is the process of a root canal?

During the first step, we’ll take an x-ray of your tooth and surrounding bone to determine the cause of your symptoms. If necessary, we may prescribe antibiotics to help control infection and reduce pain during the procedure. Before the root canal, we’ll make sure you’re comfortable by numbing the area and freezing your gums, teeth, and tissues.

Once you’re ready, we’ll remove the infected pulp, bacteria, decayed nerve tissue, and related debris. Depending on the severity of the infection, we may also add medicine inside the tooth to clear up the infection. If multiple visits are required, a temporary filling will be applied, but you can expect to feel some relief after the first appointment. Only when your tooth is thoroughly cleaned and healthy will it be permanently sealed.

What are the benefits of a root canal?

At Liberty Dental in Bowmanville, we believe that preserving your natural tooth is the best option for protecting and preserving the jaw bone and other supporting tissues around the tooth. By removing the infection and relieving pain, root canals can extend the lifetime of your natural tooth, save you from further pain and expenses, and even prevent the infection from spreading and becoming life-threatening.