Severe tooth pain is often caused by an infection of the soft dental pulp in the root of the tooth. This infection can be extremely painful, and if left untreated, it can progress into an abscess and cause increased pain, further complications for the surrounding tissue and require the removal of the tooth.

Root Canal Treatment, also referred to as an Endodontic treatment, is a routine procedure in emergency dental services. The aim is to provide fast pain relief and lower the risk of further damage to the tooth. The treatment is usually completed in one or two visits.

Root Canal Therapy involves the removal of the infected pulp tissue from a tooth and the root. The pulp canals are then cleaned and sealed to prevent further infection. It’s important to note that a tooth which has undergone a root canal is more susceptible to fractures since it’s hollow. To prevent this, the emergency dentist Surrey will usually recommend the placement of a crown to protect the tooth.

In some cases, the alternate course of action for a tooth requiring a root canal is extraction or removal of the tooth. This may be recommended if the tooth’s prognosis is very poor.

If you or a loved one are suffering from tooth pain, it makes no sense to delay treatment. Modern anesthetics and sedation are available to reduce pain and anxiety as much as possible. Act now to get fast pain relief and lower the risk of irreparable damage to the tooth.

(1) Strive Dental charges 20% less than the BC Dental fee guide for most procedures.