{"id":700,"date":"2021-03-17T11:19:22","date_gmt":"2021-03-17T11:19:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/brockleyhousedental.co.uk\/?page_id=700"},"modified":"2021-03-17T11:58:28","modified_gmt":"2021-03-17T11:58:28","slug":"root-canal-treatment","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/brockleyhousedental.co.uk\/root-canal-treatment\/","title":{"rendered":"Root Canal Treatment"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row_content_no_spaces&#8221; isfullwidth=&#8221;0&#8243;][vc_column]\t\t\t<rs-module-wrap id=\"rev_slider_error_1_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t<rs-module id=\"rev_slider_error_1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"rs_error_message_box\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"rs_error_message_oops\">Oops...<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"rs_error_message_content\">Slider with alias white fillings 11 not found.<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/rs-module>\n\t\t\t<\/rs-module-wrap>\n\t\t\t<script type=\"text\/javascript\">\n\t\t\t\tvar rs_eslider = document.getElementById(\"rev_slider_error_1\");\n\t\t\t\trs_eslider.style.display = \"none\";\n\t\t\t\tconsole.log(\"Slider with alias white fillings 11 not found.\");\n\t\t\t<\/script>\n[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row_content_no_spaces&#8221; isfullwidth=&#8221;0&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1516616243369{background-color: #f2f2f2 !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-4 vc_col-md-6&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;708&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1615981045650{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner el_class=&#8221;padding-reponsive-20&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-4 vc_hidden-md&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1519369169749{padding-top: 20px !important;padding-right: 80px !important;padding-left: 80px !important;}&#8221;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;60&#8243; el_class=&#8221;hidden-xs hidden-sm hidden-md&#8221;][pbr_title_heading title=&#8221;What does it involve?&#8221; descript=&#8221;The aim of the treatment is to remove all infection from the root canal. The root is then cleaned and filled to prevent any further infection. Root canal treatment is a skilled and time-consuming procedure. Most courses of treatment will involve two or more visits to your dentist.<\/p>\n<p>At the first appointment, the infected pulp is removed. Any abscesses, which may be present, can also be drained at this time. The root canal is then cleaned and shaped ready for the filling. A temporary filling is put in and the tooth is left to settle.<\/p>\n<p>The tooth is checked at a later visit and when all the infection has cleared, the tooth is permanently filled.&#8221; style=&#8221;heading-style4&#8243; alignment=&#8221;text-center&#8221;][vc_separator color=&#8221;orange&#8221; el_width=&#8221;60&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;40&#8243; el_class=&#8221;hidden-md&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-4 vc_col-md-6&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;709&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1615981099954{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner el_class=&#8221;padding-reponsive-20 bubble-top&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1519700893938{padding-top: 20px !important;padding-right: 80px !important;padding-left: 80px !important;}&#8221; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-4 vc_col-md-6&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;60&#8243; el_class=&#8221;hidden-xs hidden-sm hidden-md&#8221;][pbr_title_heading title=&#8221;Why is root canal treatment needed?&#8221; descript=&#8221;If the pulp becomes infected, the infection may spread through the root canal system of the tooth. This may eventually lead to an abscess, and if root canal treatment (RCT) is not carried out, the infection will spread and the tooth may need to be taken out.&#8221; style=&#8221;heading-style4&#8243; alignment=&#8221;text-center&#8221;][vc_separator color=&#8221;orange&#8221; el_width=&#8221;60&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;40&#8243; el_class=&#8221;hidden-md&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-4 vc_hidden-md&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;710&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; el_class=&#8221;bubble-bottom&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1615981067466{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner el_class=&#8221;padding-reponsive-20 bubble-top&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1519700897962{padding-top: 20px !important;padding-right: 80px !important;padding-left: 80px !important;}&#8221; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-4 vc_col-md-6&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;60&#8243; el_class=&#8221;hidden-xs hidden-sm hidden-md&#8221;][pbr_title_heading title=&#8221;Does it hurt?&#8221; descript=&#8221;No. A local anaesthetic is used and it should feel no different to having an ordinary filling done.&#8221; style=&#8221;heading-style4&#8243; alignment=&#8221;text-center&#8221;][vc_separator color=&#8221;orange&#8221; el_width=&#8221;60&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;40&#8243; el_class=&#8221;hidden-md&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; isfullwidth=&#8221;0&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1517802204417{padding-top: 60px !important;padding-bottom: 60px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"active\">What will my tooth look like after treatment?<\/h2>\n<p>In the past, a root filled tooth would often darken after treatment. However, with modern techniques this does not usually happen. If there is any discolouration, there are several treatments available to restore the natural appearance. Very often the tooth will need to be crowned after root canal treatment.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"active\">What if it happens again?<\/h2>\n<p>Root canal treatment is usually very successful. However, if the infection comes back the treatment can be repeated.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"active\">What if I don\u2019t have the treatment?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"active\">The alternative is to have the tooth out. Once the pulp is destroyed, it can\u2019t heal and it is not recommended to leave an infected tooth in the mouth. Although some people would prefer an extraction, it is usually best to keep as many natural teeth as possible.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"active\">Will the tooth be safe after treatment?<\/h2>\n<p>Yes. However, it is better to restore the tooth with a crown to provide extra support and strength to the tooth.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"active\">Where can this treatment be carried out?<\/h2>\n<p>Root canal treatment is a routine dental procedure, which we carry out at our surgery. Very complicated cases where roots are extremely curved or root canals calcified may need to be referred to a specialist (endodontist).<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"active\">What about aftercare?<\/h2>\n<p>Root canal treated teeth should be treated just the same as any other tooth. Remember to clean your teeth twice a day, preferably with a fluoride toothpaste. Cut down on sugary snacks, and keep them only to mealtimes if possible. See your dentist for regular check-ups.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"active\">Example of a root canal treatment<\/h2>\n<p>This is an example of a root canal treatment.<\/p>\n<p>Patient had an active draining fistula on the buccal gum tissue at the premolar area and some level of discomfort.<\/p>\n<p>At\u00a0<i>radiograph 1<\/i>\u00a0a Gutta Percha point was placed in the fistula to assist diagnosis showing which tooth is causing the chronic infection. The less radioopaque area around the root of the premolar tooth is due to the bone damage caused by the chronic infection.<\/p>\n<p>At\u00a0<i>radiograph 2<\/i>\u00a0the root canal treatment has been completed and the root canal has been filled to the apex with Gutta Percha material. Gutta Percha is the material of choice in dentistry for filling in root canals. It will take up to 9 or even 12 months in some cases for the bone to heal around a root canal treated tooth as long as the root canal treatment is successful.<\/p>\n<p>At\u00a0<i>radiograph 3<\/i>\u00a0which was taken 3 months after the completion of the RCT it is clear that the bone has significantly recovered and clinically the fistula has disappeared from the gum.[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;706&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; title=&#8221;RADIOGRAPH 1 BEFORE TREATMENT&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;705&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; title=&#8221;RADIOGRAPH 2 AFTER TREATMENT&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;704&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; title=&#8221;RADIOGRAPH 3 3 MONTHS AFTER TREATMENT&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;30px&#8221;][vc_video link=&#8221;https:\/\/youtu.be\/7jrl4G0EdGY&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;30px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row_content_no_spaces&#8221; isfullwidth=&#8221;0&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1518162044824{background-color: #f2f2f2 !important;}&#8221;][vc_column offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-6 vc_col-md-6&#8243;][vc_images_carousel images=&#8221;598,599,600,601,602&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; onclick=&#8221;link_no&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-6 vc_col-md-6&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;140px&#8221; el_class=&#8221;hidden-xs hidden-sm hidden-md&#8221;][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-offset-2 vc_col-lg-8 vc_col-md-offset-1 vc_col-md-10 vc_col-sm-offset-1 vc_col-xs-offset-1 vc_col-xs-10&#8243;][pbr_title_heading title=&#8221;Root Canal Gallery&#8221; style=&#8221;heading-style1&#8243;][vc_column_text]Lorem Ipsum is simply dummy text of the printing and typesetting industry. 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