Endodontics (Root Canal Treatment)

The inflammation or infection can have a variety of causes: deep decay, repeated dental procedures on the tooth or a crack or chip in the tooth. In addition, an injury to a tooth may cause pulp damage even if the tooth has no visible chips or cracks. If pulp inflammation or infection is left untreated, it can cause pain or lead to an abscess.

There are a few symptoms that mean you might need a root canal :

• Severe pain while chewing or biting
• A pimple on the gum next to a tooth
• A broken or cracked tooth
• Lingering sensitivity to hot or cold, even after the stimulus has been removed
• Swelling or tenderness next to a tooth
• Deep decay
• Alteration in the colour of a tooth

If you suspect you may need a root canal treatment, it is urgent to make an appointment.