If you're experiencing tooth pain or sensitivity, we invite you to book a consultation to see if root canal treatment is the right solution to protect your smile.

Root Canal Treatment

Root canal treatment in Tatura, VIC, is a common procedure used to save a tooth that’s become infected or severely damaged. By removing the affected tissue inside the tooth and sealing it, this treatment helps relieve pain, stop the spread of infection and preserve your natural tooth structure. It’s a safe and effective way to restore function and maintain long-term oral health.

What Is Root Canal Treatment?

A root canal (endodontic therapy) removes infected or inflamed pulp—the soft tissue and tiny nerves inside your tooth, then disinfects and seals the space so the tooth can keep doing its job pain-free. Thanks to modern anaesthetics, rotary instruments and digital imaging, today’s root canals feel similar to getting a deep filling.

Benefits of Root Canal Treatment

Root canal treatment in Tatura, VIC, has many benefits.

Pain Relief

Removing the infected nerve halts the pressure and throbbing almost instantly, letting you chew, sleep and concentrate again—usually the same day.

Tooth Preservation

A root-canal-treated tooth, topped with a crown, can last decades. Saving the root prevents neighbouring teeth from drifting and maintains chewing forces.

Infection Control

Clearing bacteria from the root prevents the spread of infection to jawbone, bloodstream or other organs, protecting overall wellness and wellbeing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will a root canal hurt?

In most cases, no. At Tatura Dental Care, a root canal feels no more dramatic than having a deep filling, thanks to modern anaesthetics, precision tools and gentle technique.

Why It’s Comfortable

Powerful Local Anaesthetic

We numb the tooth, surrounding gum and supporting bone so you won’t feel drilling, shaping or irrigation.
On request, we offer 'happy gas' or oral sedation for added relaxation.

Rotary Instruments & Apex Locators

Nickel-titanium files can clean canals smoothly and quickly, reducing chair time.
Digital apex locators mean fewer x-rays and more accurate shaping, so less post-op tenderness.
A small sheet or rubber dam keeps the tooth dry and blocks debris from your mouth, making the procedure faster and safer.

What You’ll Feel Afterwards

Mild Aches or Pressure — Most patients manage any soreness with over-the-counter ibuprofen or paracetamol for 24–48 hours.
Rapid Relief — Because the infection is removed, throbbing pain usually subsides immediately.
Normal Eating — Avoid hard foods on the treated side until we place a permanent crown.

Extra Reassurance with Our Tatura Dentists

We check anaesthetic effectiveness before starting—no 'twinges' allowed.

Follow-up calls ensure you’re healing smoothly; if discomfort lingers, we adjust your bite or prescribe more potent medication.

Root canals today are virtually painless, and they save natural teeth that would otherwise be lost. If dental fear has held you back, talk to our team—we’ll walk you through every step and keep you comfortable from first injection to final crown.

Who Might a Root Canal?

You might need root canal treatment if any of the following apply to you:

Persistent toothache or throbbing pain that lingers after hot or cold
Swelling or gum ‘pimple’ next to a tooth (possible abscess)
Deep decay or a cracked tooth reaching the nerve chamber
Trauma-darkened tooth that is tender to bite
Repeated work on the same tooth where the nerve has become irritated

If X-rays show infection inside the root, a root canal is the quickest, most reliable way to end pain and keep the natural tooth in place.

What to Expect: Step-by-Step

1. Consultation and Digital X-Ray

We assess pain, test the tooth’s vitality and capture 3-D or bite-wing images to map each root canal.

2. Comfort First

Local anaesthetic numbs the area thoroughly; oral sedation or 'happy gas' is available for anxious patients.

3. Access and Cleaning

A tiny opening is made in the biting surface. Rotary nickel-titanium files and antibacterial irrigants remove pulp and shape canals for an airtight seal.

4. Disinfection and Sealing

After ultrasonic flushing with medicated solutions, the canals are filled with gutta-percha (biocompatible rubber) and a sealer cement to block future bacteria.

5. Temporary Filling

A short-term restoration closes the access hole while the tooth calms down (about one to two weeks).

6. Final Crown Placement

Because treated teeth can become brittle, a custom ceramic crown or onlay restores strength, shape and appearance.

7. After-Care and Follow-Up

Mild tenderness is normal for 24–48 hours; over-the-counter pain relief medications usually suffice. We review healing at your crown visit and again at routine six-month exams.

Our Team

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Dr Ross Musolino BDS (Adel.)

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Dr Matthew Bikaako BDSc (JCU)

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Ready to End Tooth Pain without Losing Your Tooth?

Root canal therapy in Tatura, VIC, offers fast relief and long-term stability in a single, predictable procedure. We invite you to book your consultation today and discover how easy modern endodontic care can be—gentle, efficient and designed to keep your natural smile intact for years to come.