Dental Sealant Limerick

 Full upper or lower

(x-rays may be necessary at this visit)

Root canal treatment is the preferred way to treat an infection in the nerve center of the tooth, known as the pulp. The pulp is the soft, inner core of the tooth that consists of blood vessels, nerves, and connective tissue. When the pulp is diseased or injured and cant repair itself, it dies. The most common cause of pulp death is a cracked tooth or a deep cavity. Both of these problems can let bacteria enter the pulp. Bacteria can cause an infection inside the tooth. Left without treatment, pus builds up at the root tip, in the jawbone, forming a "pus-pocket" called an abscess. Usually pain and swelling will result. Without treatment, your tooth may have to be removed. The aim of the treatment is to remove all infection from the root canal. The root is then cleaned and filled to prevent any further infection. Root canal treatment is a skilled and time-consuming procedure. Most courses of treatment will involve two or more visits to your dentist. At the first appointment, the infected pulp is removed. The root canal is then cleaned and shaped ready for the filling using thin files (as seen in the first x-ray). A temporary filling is put in and the tooth is left to settle. The tooth is checked at a later visit and when all the infection has cleared, the tooth is permanently filled. About 90 percent of root canals are successful and the pain does not return. However, sometimes a root canal needs to be redone or the tooth extracted.

Treatment Duration: Two to three 60 minute visits. Dentures are replacement teeth that can be worn, taken out and placed back in the mouth as you wish. Dentures are used because of tooth loss, decay or accident. While modern dentures do take some time to get used to, they are very natural looking and comfortable to wear. There are different types of denture: Conventional full denture Immediate full denture Partial denture Our dentist will suggest the best type of denture depending on your individual case and aesthetic requirement. Dentures are custom made in a lab by a specialist technician. What to expect when you visit White Smile Dental for a denture: Once you have made your appointment you will be sent a reminder text the day before with your appointment details and our address. Upon arrival you will be asked to fill out a new patient form with your medical history and take a seat in our comfortable waiting area. When called for your appointment, our dentist will greet you and explore all options for your denture. We will listen to your requirements and together you will make a treatment plan outlining the time frame for the procedure and also exact cost. Your denture will take two visits (sometimes more) to complete. During your first visit impressions and xrays will be taken to be sent to the laboratory to be made. At your second appointment a week or so later your new denture will be fitted.