Root Canal
Root canal treatment in Leigh is a common solution for root canal infections. At Green Lane Dental Practice, we are dedicated to making your treatment as painless, comfortable, and relaxing as possible.
The root canal is a space inside the root of a tooth that contains what is known as ‘pulp’. The nerve and blood supply of the tooth makes up this pulp, which is why pain and throbbing occur when the root canal becomes infected or is exposed as a result of injury. If left untreated, root canal infections or injuries can lead to the nerve of the tooth dying, which leads to the tooth becoming dark in colour and, eventually, tooth loss. That’s why it’s so important to treat root canal problems quickly.
Root canal treatments always involve a local anaesthetic to ensure you do not feel any pain. After thoroughly numbing the affected part of the mouth, we extract the damaged pulp from the root canal to remove the decay before filling the tooth. This seals the tooth and prevents further infection. Sometimes we use crowns or caps to provide additional support to the tooth.
If you’re interested in learning more about root canal treatment, get in touch with a dentist in Leigh to book a consultation. We will explain the procedure, answer your questions, and help put your mind at ease before moving forward with treatment.
