Depending on the tooth infection, a root canal in Dunedin, Otago, can take 30 to 60 minutes. Some root canals might necessitate more than one appointment, though most times, our dentist can complete them in one day. Large teeth with multiple roots can take up to an hour and a half.
Root Canal Therapy in Dunedin, Otago
Root canal therapy can save a natural tooth from extraction or tooth loss. Root canal therapy at Bell Hill Dental means we:
- Examine the patient’s mouth using diagnostics
- Administer local anesthesia to prevent pain and discomfort
- Place a dental dam to isolate the area and keep the tooth dry during the treatment
- Create an access hole to reach the tooth’s pulp
- Remove the diseased or infected pulp from the tooth
- Clean, disinfect and shape the root canals
- Fill the root canals with flexible, durable dental material
- Seal the tooth with a tooth-coloured filling or dental crown
- Place the final restoration
Our Dunedin Dentists Can Help Save Your Smile!
We invite you to contact Bell Hill Dental for assistance if you have a root canal infection. Our team can help you regain your oral health and relieve your pain.
