Root Canal Therapy (Endodontics) Brampton
Endodontics refers to conditions where the nerves of the tooth become injured or diseased. In these situations, treatment by an Endodontist is required. The most common type of endodontics is known as Root Canal Therapy (RCT).
Root Canal Therapy refers to a treatment where the infected, injured or dead pulp that surrounds the nerves in your teeth is removed. At AXIS Dental Group, we have Endodontics Specialists on staff that can assess your condition and decide if RCT is the right course of action for you.
Root Canals – Require immediate action
If you need a Root Canal, the one thing you can’t do is ignore it, even if you don’t have any noticeable symptoms. While you may not feel any pain now, symptoms can pop up suddenly, resulting in considerable pain and discomfort. More importantly, the longer you have the infection the more bone you will likely lose around your teeth, which can significantly affect your overall oral health.
Root Canal Therapy: When can teeth be saved?
Root canals can be used to save teeth that have damaged, diseased or dead pulp but are otherwise viable to your mouth. The pulp is the innermost layer of your teeth, providing healthy blood flow to each one, but it can become damaged if you crack your tooth or develop a deep cavity. Both of these situations allow bacteria from your mouth to reach your pulp, which can lead to infection, swelling, or the dying of the pulp’s vital tissue. Root Canal Therapy helps prevent tooth and bone loss.
Root Canal Therapy: Procedure and care
Root canal treatment is relatively simple: After numbing the area, dentist will make an opening in the affected tooth, then remove the diseased or dead pulp. Once the pulp has been removed, the pulp chambers will be carefully cleaned to ensure no bacteria are left behind. The pulp chambers will then be filled to replace damaged pulp. A crown may be placed on top of the tooth to help restore its appearance and strength.
After your procedure, it’s normal to feel some pain. This pain can vary from a dull ache to sharp or acute pain, but you should be able to manage your discomfort with an over-the-counter painkiller.
We are Accepting New Patients. Download New Patient Forms.
Please take a moment prior to your scheduled appointment to download our patient form. We ask that you complete and bring them with you to your appointment so we may better assist you in a timely manner. All information is strictly confidential and will remain with this office.
Why you can’t ignore Root Canal Therapy
If you need Root Canal Therapy, failing to get it will result in:
- The tooth in question dies because the nerve inside has died
- Bone loss around the root will occur
- This gradual bone loss will make this tooth loose
If you need Root Canal Therapy because of a cavity, if left untreated the following can occur:
- The cavity will get bigger
- The tooth will gradually become like a thin egg shell
- It will fracture or get beyond the point of being repaired
- This can or will cause premature tooth loss
- When you lose a tooth, the rest of your teeth will gradually start to shift over time
- You can experience significant pain and be unable to sleep
- You can also develop an abscess (infection and swelling around the tooth)
If you need Root Canal Therapy due to an abscess. Failure to get RCT treatment can result in the following:
- The infection can spread to adjacent teeth or even throughout your body
- You will experience pain and likely be unable to sleep
- The loss of bone around the tooth, which will lead to tooth mobility and/or premature tooth loss
- The rest of the teeth can shift out of alignment as a result
Root Canal Therapy Option: Tooth Extraction
If we can’t save a tooth, it needs to be removed. This may be the case if you have a large cavity that compromises too much of your tooth’s structure, making it too weak to repair. If your tooth has a severe fracture, extraction may be the best option. A tooth with a crack that continues below the gumline is also a prime candidate for removal.
First time visit today to get a consult for a broken tooth. Everything was great from start to finish. The initial phone call was very professional. They got me in within a few hours. All the reception staff were welcoming and I was seen in a timely manner. The office was clean and all the equipment looks up to date and well maintained. I will definitely consider AXIS Dental for my future dental needs if I am in the area. They made my visit time efficient and stress free. Thanks Guys!
Jessie Cee
Just had bone graft surgery 3 days ago, I have to tell you I was pretty nervous as I can’t recall ever being to a dentist without pain involved.
I don’t know if I was just lucky or what, but absolutely no pain, a slight discomfort and some natural swelling. I am truly amazed and highly recommend this place to anyone. Great work ladies and gentlemen at AXIS Dental!
Pete Meszaros
100% Recommend AXIS dental!! Today is the second time that I have had to go to AXIS for Emergencies for myself and my daughter. They took us both times within hours of me calling and have done a great job. My daughter chipped off half her tooth last night and now, less than 24hrs later, she has a full tooth again! Just like it never happened. The staff and doctors are all friendly and take the time to explain what they are doing, break down of costs, etc… If you are looking for a dentist, AXIS is the place to go.
Brigitte Emond
Dental Emergency? Contact AXIS Dental, Brampton Dental Office.
Tooth pain, trauma, oral injury? Unforeseen dental problems and emergencies can occur at any time and can be quite traumatic and painful. Delaying treatment can lead to further damage or the worsening of a condition. Why put yourself through the pain and discomfort? Learn More
Root Canal Therapy Endodontist Appointments
We’re open seven days a week including weekends & evenings.
A dentist is always available to see you and treat any dental emergency.
Monday to Friday: 7:30am to 8:00pm
Saturday: 8:00am to 4:00pm and
Sunday: 9:00am to 4:00pm
We treat dental emergency within 2 hours during business hours. Give us a call at 905.452.7111