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Root canal treatment does not have to be painful. We offer gentle solutions to eliminate pain and save your tooth.

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Root Canal Treatment in Avondale, Auckland

Man with Jaw Pain | Root Canals Avondale Often, the most effective and conservative way to protect patient health is to treat teeth that suffer from damage or decay. Root canal treatment in Avondale, Auckland, offers an alternative to dental extraction if the pulp and nerve of the tooth develop an infection.

While root canals often have a negative reputation, you will be happy to know that we offer gentle root canal treatment in our Avondale dental clinic that includes a local anaesthetic. We are always here for you if you experience a dental emergency.

If you have a toothache or suspect a root infection, we welcome your call. Treating the problem sooner rather than later can save you pain and keep your tooth intact.

We also invite you to continue reading to learn more about our approach to root canal therapy.

Why Do I Need Root Canal Treatment?

If you’ve suffered tooth trauma or have deep decay in the root or dental pulp—where the nerves and blood vessels live—you will likely need a root filling or root canal treatment to restore your comfort and save your tooth. Without treatment, you risk the infection spreading to other locations or other teeth, and if the damage is significant, you may need an extraction.

When you first notice oral changes like tooth pain or sensitivity, the best course is to contact your Avondale, Auckland dentist.

What If My Tooth Is Too Damaged for a Root Canal?

If the tooth has suffered significant trauma—broken and deeply decayed below the gumline—you may need a tooth extraction. Of course, your Avondale dentist always wants to preserve your natural teeth, but if you need an extraction, we offer tooth replacement options to restore function and aesthetics.

Dental Implant

We offer dental implants in Avondale, Auckland, because they are similar to natural teeth. They replace the tooth's root to help prevent bone loss. We can also use a few dental implants to secure an entire arch or restoration teeth (implant denture, bridge or all-on-x) to the jaw.

Dental Bridge

A dental bridge comprises one or two restorative teeth secured between tooth crowns. The crowns cover healthy adjacent teeth and allow the restoration(s) to fill in your smile. Like a dental implant, the bridge is a fixed restoration that can only be removed by your dentist.

Denture or Partial

A denture or partial is a prosthetic that fills the spaces where teeth are missing. We use a complete denture for full tooth loss and a partial if you have teeth remaining. Dentures and partials are removable for cleaning or during sleep. They are a time-tested and practical solution.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I need a root canal?

If your Avondale, Auckland, dentist recommends root canal therapy, it means you have an infection at the centre of your tooth. These types of infections require root canal treatment to prevent loss of the tooth and infection spread.

Typically, if you have a root infection, you’ll notice swelling, and the pain can be severe. Often, a root infection means an emergency dental visit.

Root canal treatment is straightforward. Your dentist numbs the area around the infected tooth, extracts the compromised material from the root, and fills the tiny hole with a temporary filling. Most patients report immediate relief. However, you may notice some temporary soreness when the anesthetic wears off. You can use a general pain reliever like Ibuprofen if needed.

You return to our dental clinic for a permanent filling or a dental crown in a week or two. Your dentist recommends a dental crown if the tooth has been compromised and is at risk for breakage. The crown helps protect it from further damage.

Preventive dentistry and healthy habits may lower your risks for tooth root infections.

For More on Root Canal Therapy in Avondale, We Encourage Your Call

Do you have a toothache or swelling? We recommend contacting the dentist as soon as possible for an assessment.

Our dental office treats patients from all locations, including New Lynn, Blockhouse Bay, and Waterview.

How can I lower my risk for root canal infection?

Root canal infections occur for a few reasons, including poor oral hygiene, lack of dental care, and oral injury. However, you can take steps to lower your risks for root canal infection in Avondale.

Lowering your risks for root canal infections also means you’re less likely to develop tooth decay or gingivitis.

Best Practices for Lowering Your Root Infection Risks

Your Avondale dentists recommend the following steps for a healthy smile.
See your dentist on schedule for checkups and teeth cleans, usually once or twice yearly.
Brush your teeth after eating or at least twice daily, and floss at least once.
Wear the proper mouthguard if you’re athletic and compete in contact or ball-oriented sports.
Wear the proper nightguard if you grind and clench your teeth during sleep (bruxism).
Report oral injuries or oral health changes to your West Auckland dentist.

We are here for you if you ever have questions about your oral health, including best practices.

Your Auckland Dentist Welcomes Your Call

We are a patient-centred dental practice with more than three decades of experience treating patients and families, including children and senior adults. If you want to establish dentistry with us, we look forward to hearing from you today.

What happens during root canal therapy?

Many patients fear root canal therapy, believing it is painful or complicated. The truth is root canal therapy relieves pain and is a standard dental practice that saves your tooth from extraction or loss.

Root Canal Therapy in Avondale, Auckland

You'll typically have symptoms if you have an infection in the tooth canal. These symptoms can range from mild to severe, depending on the extent of your infection. With root canal infection, you may notice some or all of the following:

Toothache or sensitivity
Gum swelling
A blister on the gum
Discoloured tooth

Often, root infections, due to increasing pain and swelling, mean an emergency dental appointment in Auckland or West Auckland. At this visit, your dentist will ensure your symptoms result from root infection.

If they do, we numb the gum tissues around the tooth and extract the infection from the canal. Then, we clean the area and seal it temporarily to initiate healing. At a future appointment, we generally cover the tooth with a crown to protect and stabilize it.

For Root Canal Treatment in Auckland or West Auckland, We Are Here for You

Our goal is to offer high-quality dentistry to patients everywhere. If you have a toothache or other oral health issue, we encourage you to contact our dental team to arrange a visit with the dentist.

Signs You Need Root Canal Therapy

Your dentist will discuss all options with you and make recommendations based on your specific needs and goals. However, we always recommend replacing missing teeth because of tooth migration—teeth shifting toward smile gaps—and bite issues. It is simply healthier to have a full and functioning smile.

A full evaluation with your dentist or orthodontist will be necessary to determine the proper course of treatment, but a few common symptoms point to the need for root canal treatment.

Pain and sensitivity to hot or cold
Blister on the gum
Discoloured tooth
Swelling
Bitter taste

Symptoms may develop slowly and worsen over time, so we emphasise contacting your dentist at the first signs of trouble. Avondale Dental Centre prioritises dental emergencies and arranges a booking as soon as possible to ensure that comfort and health are restored promptly. We welcome you to contact us at the onset of symptoms.

How Do You Perform Root Canal Treatment in Avondale?

As with all our treatments, we will ensure that you receive the proper local anaesthetic for a pain-free experience. For fearful or anxious patients, we offer sedation dentistry options for a relaxing and worry-free visit.

Our dentist will make a small access point to the tooth's canal before cleaning out any diseased tissue and bacteria. We use the gold standard of endodontic treatment—rotary instruments—making treatment more successful, precise and efficient. Small, flexible titanium tips gently clean canals without damaging the surrounding tooth structure.

Once canals are cleaned and treated with medication, we fill the canal and place a temporary filling on the tooth to keep out bacteria and food particles as the body continues to heal the area.

It is normal for the tooth to feel slightly sensitive for a few days as inflammation decreases and healing completes.

Removing the pulp leaves the tooth without a blood supply, making it more brittle. Often, patients choose to have a dental crown placed during their follow-up appointment—as opposed to a tooth filling—to strengthen and protect the tooth from the forces of chewing. This final restoration means sealing the tooth by covering the entire structure, making it less susceptible to fractures caused by daily wear.

With proper home care and treatment, a root canal in our Avondale dental practice can help you feel healthy and comfortable again.

Meet Our Doctor:

Dr. Sinan at our Avondale Auckland dental office

Dr Sinan Najar BDS
Principal Dentist

Avondale dentist Dr Sinan Najar attended the University of Baghdad College of Dentistry, earning his BDS in 1990. He also participated in a progressive orthodontic training program to gain the knowledge and experience necessary to provide our patients with traditional orthodontics, Invisalign and Six Month Smiles.

Dr Najar is a current member of the following organisations:

New Zealand Dental association
Former Committee Member and Treasurer of Auckland Dental Association
Founding Member of New Zealand Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
Member of New Zealand Society of Sedation Dentistry

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Is a Toothache a Dental Emergency?

If an oral health issue is hampering your well-being or posing a risk, we always consider it a dental emergency.

We recommend contacting our dental clinic as soon as possible. A trained team member can make an assessment and arrange for you to see the dentist. Remember, a toothache is your mouth’s way of letting you know that something is wrong and requires treatment from your dentist.

A toothache does not necessarily mean you have a root infection, but it is always better to be cautious and get it checked out. And when you arrive in our clinic, the priorities will be easing your discomfort and treating your tooth as soon as possible.

How Can I Lower My Risks?

Prevention is your best friend when lowering your risk for root infection.

Preventive dentistry means coming to our clinic on schedule for comprehensive dental exams and teeth cleans. Your dentist can find small infections or decay spots before they turn into painful issues that require immediate attention. And your teeth clean lowers your risks by removing the ingredients that lead to decay and infection.

For your part, we recommend brushing and flossing daily and always before you go to bed for the night—never sleep with debris on your teeth.

You should also protect your smile from elbows and stray balls if you compete athletically.

Of course, if you notice a sensitive tooth or other change, it’s important to contact your Avondale, Auckland dentist to discuss your symptoms and make sure that your teeth and gums are healthy.

Do You Have a Toothache or Inflammation? We Welcome Your Call to Avondale Dental Centre

Often, prompt treatment can mean the difference between saving a tooth and needing an extraction. We welcome you to get in touch at the first sign of a change in your oral health. Dr Sinan Najar, Dr David Crum and Dr Lana Nekrutenk are here for you when you need them most.

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