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Dealing With Infected Nerves For Patients Near Chiswick

February 26th, 2013

When not only the tooth, but also the nerve of the tooth becomes infected, there is only one solution left and that is root canal treatment.

What is root canal treatment?

Root canal treatment, also called endodontic therapy, is a dental procedure that treats the infection that is located at the centre of a tooth. This infection may occur when fillings leak, teeth suffer a trauma (like a hit or a fall) or simply when you are dealing with tooth decay.

However, you may not even know if you have or don’t have an infection. The best way to be sure is to take an x-ray.

The infection

The bacteria infect the pulp that surrounds your teeth, causing it to slowly die. After that, not only does it increase in number, but it will also start passing down to the root canal, causing your tooth to become more and more painful. Note that, in extreme circumstances, your face may also become swollen.

How does it work?

In order to remove the bacteria, you will need a minimum of 2 visits to your dentist. Firstly, the doctor will clean the root canal by cleaning all the abscesses from your tooth. Also, a temporary filling will be placed.

The second visit can take place the next day. This time the dentist will check for signs of the infection and if everything is all right, he will fill the tooth permanently. In order to better protect and strengthen the tooth, a crown may also be placed.

What to do after having a root canal treatment?

The doctors recommend that after a root canal treatment you should avoid biting on hard foods for a while. Also, as usual, you should try and maintain a good oral hygiene by not smoking and by not having too much sugary food in your diet. For more information about our root canal treatment at Sparkle Dental Boutique near Chiswick please contact the team today.

 

 

 

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Good Nutrition Month-Root Canal Treatment Advice For Patients Near Brentford

November 13th, 2012

November is good nutrition month and a healthy diet will help protect healthy teeth. Whilst minimising foods that contain sugar and starch, and limiting snacks between brushing, are all important, so is a healthy diet. Good nutrition will build strong and healthy teeth. Poor nutrition can lead to tooth decay and gum disease. One of the more painful oral problems that will not heal itself, is a root canal infection.

What Is a Root Canal Infection?

Inside every tooth is a soft tissue called pulp which contains nerves. When infected, this soft tissue becomes inflamed and sometimes very painful. However, sometimes the patient feels nothing and only an x-ray will show the infection. Because the infection won’t heal itself, the tooth will often become sensitive to hot or cold can become tender when biting or chewing, can cause facial or oral swelling and sometimes a bad taste in the mouth. If left untreated the tooth will have to be removed.

What Causes Root Canal Infection?

Root canal infections are caused by trauma or injury to the tooth, deep decay, a cracked or chipped tooth, and repeated dental procedures. This can result in abscesses which create the sensitivity felt by people suffering from root canal infections.

Treatment at Sparkle

At Sparkle Dental Boutique near Brentford, treatment typically takes two visits. The first removes the centre of the tooth to allow access to the root. The infected pulp is removed and a temporary filling is put in place. On the second visit the Sparkle, the temporary filling is removed and the tooth is checked to make sure the infection has been successfully treated. The deep filling is then applied and a crown can be added which increases tooth strength and protection.

 

 

 

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Treating Nasty Infections Effectively For Patients Near Hanwell

October 1st, 2012

It is not always easy to notice an infection in a tooth. Some symptoms may become noticeable if left untreated, but ideally a patient will want to know about an infection early enough to prevent severe damage that could result in the removing of a tooth. Regular visits to the dentist are crucial as they can spot early signs of infection and treat the damaged teeth. There are various ways that infections can be treated; root canal treatment for example is a process designed to remove infection and keep it at bay.

The Causes of Infection

A tooth can become infected when the tissue inside the tooth becomes inflamed. The most common causes of this are:

  • Trauma to the tooth (a crack or a chip)
  • Decay caused by poor oral hygiene
  • Multiple dental procedures

The Symptoms of Infection

You should consult your dentist if you feel one of the following symptoms as these could be signs of inflammatory or infection:

  • Sensitive or tender teeth
  • Swelling in the gums
  • A bad taste in your mouth

Root Canal Treatment

As an infected tooth will not heal itself, it is important to treat it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the immune system. Root canal treatment is a common, popular method of removing nasty infections and restoring a full, healthy smile.

Root canal treatment consists of just two visits to the dentist. During the first, the infection will be removed and the root canal (the space inside a tooth) will be cleaned. Then a temporary filling is inserted where the infection used to be. During the second visit, the temporary filling is removed. If everything looks okay, a permanent filling will be inserted. If you would like more information on root canal treatment please contact the team at Sparkle Dental Boutique near Hanwell.

 

 

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Patients Near Chiswick Can Treat Tooth Infections With Root Canal Therapy

August 23rd, 2012

What is a root canal?

Each of our teeth is composed of the visible part above the gum, the nerves and other ‘pulp’ which is in the middle of the tooth, and the root underneath the gum. The nerves in each tooth come from the gum into the tooth through the root via root canals. Front teeth have a single root canal while molars (at the back of the mouth) can have three or four.

So why might I need root canal surgery?

Even if we take good care of our teeth, tooth decay and plaque can occasionally become more severe than we expect. If this continues and becomes more serious, it can even lead to tooth infection. When the pulp inside the tooth – which contains the nerve, blood vessels and other material – becomes infected, an abscess can form, which is a build-up of pus which causes the tooth to rise out of the gum slightly. This can be incredibly painful, making it difficult to eat and even leading to nausea. In addition, the infection could then spread to the rest of the gum via the nerve. Signs to watch for are persistent toothache, swollen or tender gums, a lingering bad taste in the mouth, or teeth that have darkened.

How can Sparkle Dental Boutique help?

Root canal treatment usually takes two visits. On the first, the space where the pulp is inside the tooth is usually cleaned, by the abscess being drained, the pulp being removed and the hollow space then being thoroughly cleaned. You will be given a temporary filling, which is removed on the second visit to be replaced by a permanent filling to help your tooth maintain its health and functionality. You may also need a crown to strengthen the tooth further. Root canal surgery sounds daunting, but this need not be the case at Sparkle Dental Boutique near Chiswick.

 

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What to Expect when Visiting Your Dentist near Hounslow for Root Canal Treatment

July 31st, 2012

Root canal treatment is used when a tooth has become infected and is overly sensitive to hot and cold. There can also be tenderness when biting down and the swelling of the gums or face can also be a sign of infection. A bad taste in the mouth is another sign of a possible problem.

How to find a dental infection

However some people near Hounslow can be completely unaware of any infection but a simple x-ray can easily reveal if a tooth has an internal infection. This infection gets into the soft, pulp tissue inside of the tooth, which is directly connected to the nerve that causes the tooth sensitivity.

Unlike other oral infections this will not get better over time, nor will antibiotics be able to help. The only course of action is to have root canal treatment done. If the infection is left untreated it will result in a lowered immune system and eventual loss of the tooth.

What is root canal treatment?

Root canal treatment is generally completed over two appointments. The first will involve an x-ray to assess the extent of the infection and then the tooth will be drilled in order to expose and remove the infected pulp. Any abscesses will be drained and an antibiotic solution will be put into the tooth before a temporary filling is fitted.

The next appointment will be somewhere between a week or two later. This will give the antibiotics time to kill off any remaining infection. The temporary filling is then removed and a permanent filling is put in its place. If the tooth is weak a crown may be suggested in order to give additional strength and protection for the tooth. As long as a good oral hygiene practice is observed the tooth should last for the remainder of the person’s life without any trouble.

 

 

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Crowns Strengthen the Smile of Patients Near Kew for Stronger, Brighter Teeth

June 14th, 2012

There are a number of reasons as to why teeth become worn and prone to breakage. It could simply be due to age, or it could be due to tooth decay or grinding of the teeth. Whatever the reason, if the wear and tear on the teeth becomes too great they will eventually crack or break.

There are a couple of options that can be used to deal with worn or broken teeth. The first is crowns; crowns are essentially caps, which cover the tooth to provide additional strength. They also protect the natural tooth from further wear and tear and work towards giving a healthier look to your mouth.

The dental crown process

Crowns are only used to cover existing teeth and cannot be used to replace a missing tooth or one that has had to be removed. The process of having a crown or crowns fitted usually takes about two appointments once it has been established that they are suitable for you. The first appointment will involve impressions and scans of your mouth to aid the process of creating the crowns so they match your existing teeth. During this appointment the dentist will also shape the tooth or teeth and fit a temporary crown.

The second appointment will be about 7 days later when the crown or crowns have been created and are ready to be fitted. The temporary crowns will be removed and the permanent ones will be fitted. With proper oral care and hygiene crowns can last for an average of ten years.

Crowns are often used after root canal treatment, to strengthen the tooth once the therapy has been carried out and the tooth’s internal dental pulp has been removed.

For more information on dental crowns please feel free to call our practice near Kew for more information.

 

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How Root Canal Treatment Could Save the Smile of Countless Residents in Brentford

October 11th, 2011

An Emnid survey of 2,000 people showed that over 80% of participants valued a healthy smile.  So when it comes to having teeth removed this is one of the worst things that can happen when trying to preserve your smile.  However, in many cases, there is the option of root canal treatment which can save your tooth instead of removing it.

Lots of patients in Brentford are just not sure what root canal treatment actually is, believing that tooth removal is the only way to go – this is not true.  On the other hand those who do know what it entails decide against having the treatment, through the belief that it is a painful experience. In actual fact it is relatively pain-free with the addition of properly administered anaesthetic, much like a simple filling procedure.

Teeth can become infected through injury and general decay. When a tooth becomes infected the soft tissue inside becomes inflamed and if left untreated can lead to an abscess, which will cause you pain and discomfort.

So what exactly is root canal treatment?

The procedure is completed within one or two visits to the dentist.  Firstly, the infected tissue is removed and the root canal is then cleaned using very fine instruments to prepare it for filling.  On your second visit to the dentist the dentist will then fit the filling into the tooth and a crown may also be fitted, to give the tooth some extra protection if needed.  After the root canal treatment is complete the newly fixed tooth may feel slightly tender for a few days after.  This discomfort can be treated with normal painkillers before the pain eventually subsides.

The treatment has a hugely impressive success rate of around 95% when performed by a qualified dentist and is certainly a viable alternative to having your teeth removed should they become infected.  It is a now simple and effective procedure in modern dentistry, so next time you think you have to get that tooth removed – remember that root canal treatment could save your smile.

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Your Kew dentist is here to tell you about the risks swimming pools pose to your dental health

September 15th, 2011

Everyone enjoys swimming and it’s proven that regular trips to the swimming pool can severely help people’s health. But have you ever though of how a relaxing swim at your local pool could lead to the need for treatment such as root canal treatment? Well, studies made by the New York University College of Dentistry have recently discovered that pools which are poorly maintained can lead to rapid dental enamel erosion.

While this means public swimming pools which are professionally maintained on a regular basis should be fine, those who own private swimming pools in their back yard should meet this news with worry.

The news comes from a report by Dr Leila Jahangiri, Steven Pigliacelli and Dr Ross Kerr, entitled ‘Severe and Rapid Erosion of Dental Enamel from Swimming: A Clinical Report’. The report was first made due to the complaints of a 52 year old male patient who, over a period of just five months during 2010, had signs of extremely sensitive teeth, dark staining and rapid enamel loss.

Taking into account the addition of a 90 minute swimming session the patient started not long before the complaints began, as well as the fact that little else had changed in his lifestyle and no professional maintenance was carried out on the pool, Dr Leila Jahangiri came to the conclusion that the problems were directly linked to the chlorine in the pool.

Chlorine is effectively a poison in high quantities, and while there’s no risk of pools reaching a level which could pose a serious danger to health, unless pools receive regular monitoring regarding chlorine levels it can prove to be dangerous for teeth.

Dr Jahangiri warns: “Improperly maintained pool chlorination in swimming pools can cause rapid and excessive erosion of dental enamel. It is a difficult balance to maintain home pools properly, pool chlorine and pH levels need to be monitored and maintained on a weekly basis.”

Sparkle Dental Boutique, Kew will always try to stay on top of the latest guidelines regarding your oral health. If you notice any issues do not hesitate to drop in for a check up. We have a dental hygienist on hand and root canal treatment and other such restorative treatments can help restore most dental issues.

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What is root canal treatment anyway?

August 2nd, 2011

Throughout our lives, you might have encountered several forms of dental treatment. This might have come in the form of braces, silver fillings or even implants. The sound of the dentist’s drill might scare you silly due to its demonic portrayal in such films as “Marathon Man”. But, a dentist is there to help you, not hurt you and will not glare at you with malevolent intentions as Laurence Olivier did to helpless Dustin Hoffman. No matter how you look at the matter, even if you live in the Chiswick area there are some dental procedures which not one person looks forward to with root canal treatment being a prime candidate.

Within Chiswick’s  area, there are a number of dentists which offer this form of treatment. But what is it?

Questions answered

Root canal treatment might be required when the nerve of the tooth becomes infected and it is required in order to save the tooth. You might notice that you require treatment after you start feeling prolonged sensitivity, an unpleasant taste in your mouth or your face starts to swell. However, you might not notice you have an infection and no pain is felt at all. But when an infection happens, swift action needs to be taken.

As the soft tissue of the tooth (otherwise known as pulp) becomes infected which could have happened due to a consequence of physical trauma to the tooth, an abscess might occur which will not go away without dental treatment.

The treatment explained and how Sparkle Dental can help

Completed over the course of two appointments, it is on your first visit that any infection is removed with the abscesses drained and the tooth smoothed so that it can have a permanent filling. However, a temporary filling is put in place with the permanent filling happening on your second visit. It is on this second visit that further abscesses and infections are checked for.

If you are thinking about having root canal treatment carried out on yourself or have any questions about this procedure at all, by asking your local dentist in Chiswick will quench any fears you have about this procedure which needn’t be as stressful as you imagine.

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Get to the root of the problem

February 11th, 2011

Fix your damaged or infected teeth from the inside, through root canal treatment at your local dentist.

Root canal is one of those phrases that can strike fear into the heart of any dental phobia patient. Along with fillings and extractions they’re one of those procedures that everyone will do anything they can to avoid! Yet actually, a root canal can be fairly painless, apart from some discomfort once the local anaesthetic has worn off, and is usually essential for the health of the tooth involved.

Root canal may sound like a hi-tech name for the treatment, but it actually refers to the part of the tooth involved; the root canal system of the inner part of the tooth. Sometimes this can become infected or damaged, through tooth decay, leaky fillings or even injuries and accidents. However it happens, damage to the root of a tooth is very painful. Much worse than any minor pain you might experience during root canal treatment.

Sometimes the infection in the tooth can travel all the way down the root and into the gums. In these cases, dentists may decide it is better to remove the tooth, but most professionals will try and save a tooth where possible, which is where root canal treatment comes in. The procedure itself is something like a filling.

Once the nasty bacteria has been removed then the root canal is filled, to prevent any infection returning and to repair any damage it has already done, and then the treatment finishes with the sealing of the tooth itself with either a crown or a filling. Once this has been done, you should notice a reduction in the inflammation around the gums, and hopefully less pain, as the tooth starts to heal.

Obviously, no-one wants to lose a tooth. Aside from all the hassle of having dentures or implants fitted, it doesn’t look good to have gaps in your smile. Root canal is a simple and time-honoured way to try and save your damaged teeth.

Sparkle Dental are here to add a little ‘sparkle’ to your smile

Most dentists are able to carry out root canal treatment so you should be able to find someone to carry out the procedure in the Acton area.

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