Root Canal Therapy
The root canal has long had a bad reputation as a painful dental procedure, and most people dread hearing the words “you need a root canal.” The truth is that the root canal procedure is relatively painless—no worse than getting a filling—and actually alleviates pain rather than causes it. Millions of people avoid extraction each year thanks to this tooth-saving dental procedure.
The team at Katoomba Dental Centre, your Blue Mountains local dentist, provides effective root canal therapy that eliminates toothache pain and gives you back the form and function of your infected tooth.
When Is a Root Canal Necessary?
If you have toothache pain that goes from bad to worse in just a few days, you might have a tooth infection that needs root canal therapy. But sometimes, you may have no symptoms, and a dental x-ray will reveal that there is a problem. Often, if you have a filling or crown that has broken down, a crack or chip in a tooth, or extensive dental work on a tooth, a root canal might be needed.
Other signs and symptoms include:
- Pain that is worse when you bite down
- Sudden sensitivity to hot or cold at the site of a specific tooth
- Discoloured gums near the site
- A small, white bump that forms on the gums
How Much Does Root Canal Therapy Cost?
Root canal therapy at Katoomba Dental Centre starts from $884. This price covers the treatment itself and does not include the restorative component, such as a crown or filling. Final costs may vary based on the tooth involved and the complexity of the procedure. We recommend booking a consultation to assess your needs and provide a detailed treatment plan.
The first order of business by your dentist is an examination and possibly an x-ray of the affected area. If a root canal is deemed necessary because of infection or inflammation, your dentist will thoroughly numb the area so you are comfortable during the procedure. Next, they will create an opening in the tooth using special tools to remove the pulp within the root of the tooth.
