Root Canal Treatment
Complicated RCT covers root canal cases with extra challenges, such as very curved or narrow canals, calcification, extra or hidden canals, previous failed treatment, or broken instruments in the canal.
These teeth may need more time, magnification, detailed imaging and specialised techniques. The plan and expected outcome are discussed with you after a careful assessment.
Benefits
- Careful management of difficult anatomy
- Uses detailed imaging and magnification when needed
- Helps preserve teeth that might otherwise be lost
- Clear discussion of risks and options
- Focused, unhurried approach
What to Expect
- Detailed examination and imaging
- Explanation of complexity and options
- Local anaesthetic and isolation
- Locating and negotiating the canals
- Cleaning, shaping and disinfection
- Sealing and placement of a restoration
Frequently Asked Questions
It may be due to the shape of the roots, blocked canals, previous treatment or infection. Your dentist can show you on your X-ray.
Complicated cases often do. Your dentist will explain the number of visits required for your tooth.
Not always. Your dentist will discuss the likely outlook honestly before starting and explain alternatives if the tooth has a poor prognosis.
