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Root canal treatment is effective solution for decayed teeth

Root canal treatment repairs teeth that are decaying or have become infected, easing any discomfort or pain that this causes in a patient’s jaw

Root canal treatment is a procedure carried out by dentists and specialist endodontists who work on the canals below your crown by removing infected material. If the nerve in a tooth has died, it will need to be taken out. As it decays, bacteria spreads which can lead to infection. The procedure will remove any discomfort from the infected area and restore your teeth to normal function.

Is there a dentist near me that does it?

Yes, Dental Care Ireland practices around Ireland carry out this treatment. You’ll find the locations of the practice nearest you here.

Is there a dentist near me in Ballsbridge or Sandymount that does it?

Our partner practice, Northumberland Dental Care, which looks after patients in the Dublin 2 and Dublin 4 areas of south County Dublin, also carries out the procedure.

Do I need root canal surgery?

The following are some of the symptoms associated with infection in your root canal, though sometimes no obvious symptoms present themselves:

  • Pain when chewing
  • Long-term sensitivity to hot/cold
  • Darkening or discolouration
  • Swelling and tenderness in your gums
  • A painful or sensitive ‘spot’ on gums

What happens during the treatment?

It is a relatively straightforward procedure during which your dentist or endodontist will extract any infected pulp or nerve from the root canal area below your tooth. He or she will then clean and disinfect the area. Finally, it will be filled and sealed.

The rubber-like material used to fill the tooth is called ‘gutta percha’ and it will seal the area to prevent reinfection. Tooth-coloured  material is then used for the crown.

How much does the treatment cost?

This depends on the location of the teeth involved. Find out more about our prices.

It is also worth bearing in mind that certain treatments, such as root canal surgery, are eligible for  20 per cent tax relief under the Med 2 Scheme.

Is this type of treatment painful?

No, it is a relatively painless procedure. You will receive a local anaesthetic which will numb the area being worked on. You may be aware of work being done but it should not cause any discomfort.

How long does it take?

Generally, the procedure will take about 90 minutes though this will depend on the extent of the problem. You may also need to visit the dentist or endontist on two occasions.

What do I need to do after treatment?

When the canal has been filled, your dentist or endodontist will fill the crown. In some cases, a restorative crown is needed. Your dentist will advise you on this as well as giving you advice on post-treatment care.

Does Dental Care Ireland do this treatment?

The following Dental Care Ireland practices currently offer it:

Ashbourne

Cabinteely

Callan Dental

Castlebar

Claregalway

Greystones

Kells

Knocklyon

Navan

Swords

Tuam Dental.

Where in Dublin can I get root canal treatment?

You will find details about our three Dublin practices as well as our partner practice in Dublin 4, Northumberland Dental Care, here: www.dentalcareireland.ie/dentist-dublin/

To find out more about root canal treatment at Dental Care Ireland, go here: www.dentalcareireland.ie/specialist-treatment/root-canal-treatment/

You’ll find a list of all our practices nationwide, with full contact details here: www.dentalcareireland.ie/practices/

Do you need root canal treatment in Dublin?

Dental Care Ireland is committed to providing a reliable, community dental experience. If you need to get root canal treatment in Dublin, please get in touch with us

 

Root canal treatment is a specialised treatment that helps to save or repair a tooth that has been significantly damaged or infected. This treatment involves opening up the tooth at the crown, removing the infected pulp, cleaning and shaping the canals and filling the canal system.

The common causes affecting the pulp are a cracked or broken tooth, a deep cavity which regularly has food stuck in it, repeated dental treatment to the tooth or trauma that has been sustained by the patient. The term “root canal” itself comes from cleaning of the canals inside the tooth’s root.

During the treatment itself, the canal system is filled with a substance known as gutta percha which has a rubber-like consistency and prevents another infection in the canal. The crown of the tooth is then filled with tooth-coloured filling material.

It’s important to remember that you won’t feel any pain during a root canal treatment because your dentist will numb the area with anaesthetic. Depending on the severity of the treatment needed, root canal treatment can be done over one or more visits.

This treatment is usually very successful, and generally causes no issues afterwards for patients. We offer root canal treatment in Dublin at each of our four practices in the capital: in Cabinteely, Knocklyon, Swords and the Northumberland Institute of Dental Medicine in Ballsbridge, Dublin 4.

It is important that if you are experiencing pain or discomfort in any of your teeth, that you see your dentist straight away for a consultation. Don’t worry, not every toothache means you’ll need to get root canal treatment, but it’s important to be vigilant to avoid serious issues in the future.

At Dental Care Ireland, our reliable, friendly and professional team will be able to advise you on your options.

If you’re looking to book an appointment to get root canal treatment in Dublin, our practices around the city can offer you the help you need. Dental Care Ireland practices open late, on weekends and during lunchtime, so make sure you consult our opening hours