Endodontics - root canal therapy

The main purpose of root canal treatment (endodontic treatment) is to save a tooth that has been damaged badly due to decay, disease or injury.

Endodontic treatment is carried out at the dental practice by Dr Mark Sinclair and Dr Alex Kalos. In the event of a more complex dental procedure involving the nerve of a tooth, we have Dr John Barbat (Specialist Endodontist) visiting our practice at least once a month. Dr Barbat flies his own plane to Bathurst and brings with him a wealth of knowledge and skill acquired over many years of practice both in Sydney and in London.

Symptoms of damage:

A diseased tooth may cause inflammation or infection.

The symptoms of a damaged or diseased tooth may include:

• Sensitivity to hot and cold drinks and foods
• Pain when biting or chewing
• Loosening of the tooth
• Swelling of the gum near the affected tooth
• Oozing of pus surrounding the affected tooth
• Facial swelling.

Sometimes, a tooth may become damaged or diseased without presenting any symptoms. In these cases, the problem is usually diagnosed by x-rays during a dental check-up or treatment for other dental concerns.