Root canal therapy has an undeserved reputation for being painful. With modern anaesthesia and techniques, most patients report it feels no worse than getting a filling.
When Do You Need a Root Canal?
- Severe toothache or prolonged sensitivity to hot/cold
- Darkening of the tooth
- Swelling or tenderness in nearby gums
- A persistent pimple on the gums (sinus tract)
What Happens During Root Canal Therapy?
- Local anaesthetic administered — you'll feel no pain
- Small opening made in the tooth crown
- Infected pulp tissue removed
- Root canals cleaned, shaped and disinfected
- Canals filled with biocompatible gutta-percha
- Tooth restored with a crown
Root Canals at Waterloo Dental
We have an in-house endodontist — no referral needed. Same-day emergency root canals are available when you're in pain.