Root Canal Treatment
ROOT CANAL TREATMENT

At Smile Design Dental Practice, the entire root canal treatment will be done under a dental microscope with a rubber dam. Dental microscope provide us with a high level of magnification & illumination.  All our treatment rooms are equipped with a dental microscope!

Using a dental microscope in a root canal treatment allows our dentists to have a better visibility and not miss anything out.

During the procedure, a rubber dam is used to enhance your safety by protecting your airway and prevent contamination. To uphold a high level of infection control and providing you with a peace of mind. All the endodontic files are NEW and exclusively for your PERSONAL USE ONLY.
What is a Root Canal Treatment?

It is a dental procedure to salvage a tooth that has been infected or injured. By removing the nerves and damaged pulp tissues, the pain and discomfort will significantly improve. Our body will then take over the healing process and restore the infected area to a healthy state. 

Once the root canal treatment is completed,  a good foundation is established to restore the tooth to its functionality and appearance.

There are a bundle of nerves and blood vessels at the centre of the tooth that give out sensations of hot, cold or pain signals. This is the pulp. It is hosted within a space known as a root canal. The number of root canals in a tooth varies, depending on the location of the tooth. Molars or incisors have different numbers of canals from each other. If a tooth is injured or has severe decay or infection, the pulp can be damaged and the nerve tissues may die. The result of a dying tooth will lead to infection from within the tooth. Sensitivity to hot and cold sensations is also a warning sign of a tooth decay. It is highly advisable to visit the dentist for a detailed examination. 

Even if the pulp is protected by the tooth structure, it can be damaged by a number of ways. These may include
  1. Trauma
  2. Tooth decay
  3. Infection
  4. Severe gum disease
  5. Chipped or cracked tooth
  6. Deep dental fillings
If a pulp is infected, without any treatment, pus can form at the root tip, causing pain and swelling,  resulting in bone destruction around the affected tooth. In order to resolve the infection inside the pulp, a root canal treatment is required. 

Alternative option to a root canal treatment is an extraction of the affected tooth and subsequently replace the tooth by a dental implant or a dental bridge. 
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How is a Root Canal Treatment performed?

Prior to a root canal treatment, our dentist will conduct a detailed intra-oral examination and X-rays will be taken to establish a diagnosis of the tooth. Our dentist will plan out the course of treatment and discuss with you on the procedures, time and treatment fees involved. Upon obtaining the consensus from you, we will proceed with the agreed treatment plan.  

For the root canal treatment, our dentist will administer local anaesthesia within and around the treatment area. The tooth is then isolated with a thin sheet of rubber, known as a rubber dam, to protect your airway and also to prevent any contaminated
particles from entering your throat. The tooth is kept isolated and clean throughout the procedure to increase the success rate of the root canal treatment.  

With the dental microscope, our doctor creates a precise access point at the tooth to the various root canals. The infected and damaged nerves and pulp tissues are removed from the pulp chambers with endodontic files. The root canal system is cleaned and flushed with disinfectants to eliminate any bacteria. 

All the endodontic files are new and used exclusively for each individual patients. 

If a second visit is required, a temporary filling is placed on your tooth to close up the entrance. This is to ensure that the affected tooth is completely sealed off and to also prevent food particles from entering. 

On the second visit, our doctor reopens the root canal’s entrance to do another round of thorough cleaning before he fills up the cleaned canals. 

Upon completion of a root canal treatment, your tooth will be symptom-free as the infection has been eliminated. The tooth will require a permanent restoration such as crown or filling to restore to its full function and aesthetics.
What is the cost of a root canal treatment in Singapore?

The cost of a root canal treatment in Singapore depends on which tooth requires a root canal treatment. In general, a molar tooth will cost more than a premolar or incisor. The main determining factor is the number of root canals a tooth has. The more root canals and their complexity, the higher cost of treatment and longer treatment time are required. 

In order to get a more accurate treatment quotation, our dentist will conduct a thorough examination with X-ray to advise you on the treatment options available and fees. We will only begin treatment upon your consent and understanding of the treatment plan.

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