Root canal therapy may be required when the pulp of the tooth becomes infected. It is important to eliminate this infection via disinfection of the root canal. Infections may cause abscess and other serious complications, therefore it is critical to undergo root canal treatment as soon as you become aware of the problem. A pulpal infection can cause severe pain and is the most common cause of visits to the dentist.

Root canal therapy is also known as endodontic treatment and simply refers to the treatment sequence for removing the infected pulp, and disinfecting and filling the root canal. Depending on the circumstances, treatment may involve multiple visits to our clinic in Central.

The most common tooth extractions at our clinic in Central, are wisdom tooth extractions. If the wisdom teeth do not have room to grow and are impacted, this can cause a number of problems, including swelling, infection, pain, difficulty chewing, and a limited ability to open the mouth.

Wisdom teeth can sometimes never erupt and in other cases partially erupt, but not have enough room to develop normally. They can grow at various angles in the jaw bone and may need to be removed if they cause any problems.

Depending on your situation, you may require your wisdom teeth to be extracted surgically or non-surgically. Our dentist will advise you on the most appropriate treatment.

Periodontitis, or gum disease, is a common infection that affects the gums and bone supporting the teeth. Bacteria can build up around the tooth and surrounding areas and cause inflammation. Bacteria builds to form plaque which, if not removed, hardens to form tartar, or calculus. Without treatment, the bone is slowly eroded and the tooth may eventually be lost.

Regular professional cleaning at our clinic in Central can cure mild periodontal problems, such as gum bleeding or swelling. Severe periodontal problems may require more advanced treatment like periodontal surgery, to remove all calculus and bacteria, or guided tissue or bone regeneration to promote growth of the periodontal tissue.