Endodontics

Root Canal in Boyne Island

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What is Endodontics?

Endodontics is a specialisation of dentistry. In the simplest terms, it involves the diagnosis and treatment of tooth pain, and procedures relating to the interior of the tooth. Infected nerves, swelling in the tooth pulp—dentists can determine the source of tooth pain and provide a solution tailored to the client.

Diseased teeth often require some form of endodontic treatment to avoid complete extraction, which is why this specialisation is essential in the field of dentistry. Endodontic procedures are often the last resort for saving a tooth. Another term for endodontics is root canal therapy.

If you are experiencing tooth pain, swelling, trauma or what you think is a tooth abscess, book an appointment at Island Sands Dental in Boyne Island.

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Root Canal Therapy

If the inside of your tooth becomes infected, decayed or damaged, you may require root canal therapy. A crack or decay in the enamel of your tooth can allow bacteria to access and infect the pulp within. Tooth pulp is tissue that contains blood vessels and nerves connected to your teeth.

If your pulp becomes infected or damaged, it can no longer provide nutrients to the tooth—leading to an abscess or death of the tooth. In the past, teeth with infected pulp were simply removed. Through root canal therapy, the infected pulp can be removed from the inside of the tooth, with the gap cleaned out and sealed with a crown.

It’s important to catch tooth infections early to get the best chance of saving the tooth. As a result, we recommend booking an appointment at our clinic in Boyne Island if you have any tooth pain or discomfort. Get in touch with Island Sands Dental on (07) 4973 7556.

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Endodontic Root Canal — Island Sands Dental in Boyne Island, QLD

Endodontic Root Canal — Island Sands Dental in Boyne Island, QLD
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Apex Infection — Island Sands Dental in Boyne Island, QLD

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Apex Infection Procedures

If you have had a root canal but are still experiencing an infection or abscess within the tooth, you may require an apicectomy. This involves removing the tip of the tooth root, otherwise known as the apex. That’s because this is where the root canal ends and connects to the living tissue.

If the infected pulp is not entirely removed and cleaned, bacteria left within the tooth can take hold and cause further infections within the body. It’s especially important to return to your dentist if you are concerned about ongoing and unexpected pain following treatment. Book an appointment at our dental clinic in Boyne Island today.

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Management Following Trauma

If you have experienced significant trauma or damage to your teeth, you may require an ongoing endodontic treatment plan. At Island Sands Dental, we provide custom plans that are suited to the needs, budget and oral health of clients in Gladstone and surrounding areas.

We recommend visiting the dentist every six months to keep your teeth clean, healthy and strong. To organise a consultation with our team in Boyne Island, call us on (07) 4973 7556.

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