The phrase "root canal" has long carried an unfair reputation for causing severe discomfort. However, thanks to state-of-the-art dental technology and advanced local anesthetics, modern root canal therapy is no more painful than receiving a simple filling.
What is a Root Canal?
A root canal is a restorative procedure used to save a tooth that is severely decayed, infected, or damaged. Inside each tooth is pulp containing nerves and blood vessels. If bacteria enter this pulp due to deep cavities or a cracked tooth, it causes infection and throbbing pain. The treatment removes the infected pulp, cleans the internal canal, and seals it.
Why Modern Root Canals Are Comfortable
- Advanced Anesthesia: We use premium local anesthetics to completely numb the area, ensuring you do not feel pain during the treatment.
- Rotary Endodontics: Modern electric rotary tools allow us to clean out canals faster, quieter, and with far greater precision than manual files.
- Laser Cleaning: Laser sterilisation kills bacteria deep inside the canals, increasing the success rate and speeding up recovery.
Post-Treatment Care
Most patients feel immediate relief from their toothache after a root canal. Mild soreness for a few days can easily be managed with over-the-counter pain relievers. We typically place a permanent crown on the tooth afterward to restore its full structural strength.