Root Canal <br /> <br />Root canal treatment (also known as endodontic treatment) is necessary when the inside of the tooth and surrounding area becomes infected as a result of wear, decay or injury. <br />Symptoms of infection include: <br />Shine Dental Clinic Sensitivity to hot or cold food or drinks <br />Shine Dental Clinic Pain when biting or chewing <br />Shine Dental Clinic Swelling of the gum near the affected tooth <br />Shine Dental Clinic Oozing from the affected tooth <br />Shine Dental Clinic Facial swelling. <br /> <br />The aim of root canal treatment is to save the tooth and prevent it from future infection. If ignored, the infection could spread and the tooth may need to be extracted. <br />During treatment your Smiles dentist will: <br />Shine Dental Clinic Remove infected or damaged tissue inside the tooth <br />Shine Dental Clinic Clean and disinfect the area <br />Shine Dental Clinic Fill and seal the space using advanced materials <br />Depending on the strength of the remaining structure post treatment, the tooth may require either a filling or a crown.
