Root canal treatment is a common dental procedure used to treat infection or inflammation inside a tooth. Each tooth contains one or more small spaces called root canals, which hold the nerve and blood supply. When this area becomes infected due to decay, trauma, cracks, or repeated dental treatment, it can cause pain, sensitivity, swelling, or infection.
Root canal treatment allows the tooth to be treated rather than removed, helping to relieve pain and preserve the natural tooth.
How Root Canal Treatment Works - Simple as ABC
During the root canal treatment, the dentist will:
A. Remove infected or inflamed tissue from inside the tooth
B. Carefully clean and disinfect the root canals
C. Seal the tooth with a suitable filling material
D. Restore the tooth to function, often with a crown
This process removes the source of infection and helps prevent further complications.
Is Root Canal Treatment Painful?
Many patients worry that root canal treatment is painful. In reality, modern root canal treatment is usually less uncomfortable than a routine filling. Local anaesthetic is used to ensure the procedure is carried out comfortably.
At HappyDental, we take time to explain every step of treatment and ensure patients feel calm and well-informed throughout their visit.
Root Canal Treatment & Specialist Referral
90% of root canal cases are straightforward and can be assessed and treated here at HappyDental. More complex root canal cases may require specialist endodontic care.
Where appropriate, HappyDental will refer patients to a registered endodontic specialist to ensure the highest standard of care. We believe the right treatment in the right setting is always in the patient’s best interest.
Why Root Canal Treatment Is Important?
1. Relieves dental pain and infection
2. Prevents tooth loss
3. Helps maintain natural chewing function
4. Avoids unnecessary extraction
5. Protects surrounding teeth and bone
Our approach is focused on safe, ethical, and appropriate treatment, with referrals made whenever specialist expertise is required.
Book a Dental Assessment in Dublin
If you are experiencing tooth pain, prolonged sensitivity, or swelling, an assessment is the first step. We will examine your tooth, explain your options clearly, and advise whether root canal treatment or specialist referral is appropriate.
