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Root Canal Treatments & Vital Pulp Therapy

Saving Teeth the Gentle, Biocompatible Way

At My Dentist, we believe in preserving your natural teeth whenever possible. Sometimes, when the inner part of the tooth (the pulp) becomes inflamed or infected, treatment is needed to relieve pain and save the tooth.

We offer two approaches, depending on your case:

  • Vital Pulp Therapy (VPT) – a gentle, conservative alternative that preserves healthy tissue.
  • Root Canal Therapy (RCT) – a proven treatment for teeth where the pulp can’t be saved.
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Vital Pulp Therapy: A Gentle Alternative

When the pulp is irritated but not yet infected, Vital Pulp Therapy allows us to save the living part of the tooth. Instead of removing all of the nerve, we carefully remove only the inflamed portion, protecting and preserving what’s healthy.

What happens during VPT?

  • Assessing the nerve carefully with modern diagnostic tests.
  • Gently removing the irritated pulp tissue.
  • Sealing and protecting the area with a bioactive, biocompatible material.
  • Restoring the tooth with a filling or crown, depending on the extent of damage.

Why patients choose VPT:

  • Preserves more of your natural tooth structure.
  • Minimally invasive and biologically respectful.
  • Ideal for children or young adults with developing teeth.
  • May help avoid or delay full root canal therapy.
  • Recovery is usually simple and quick.

Root Canal Therapy: When the Pulp Can’t Be Saved

If the pulp is infected, dead, or has formed an abscess, a full root canal may be the best option to save your tooth. This treatment removes the infected tissue, disinfects the canals, and seals the tooth to prevent further problems.

What to expect during RCT:

  • Digital imaging and diagnosis.
  • Local anaesthetic for comfort.
  • Removal of infected or dead pulp.
  • Cleaning and shaping of the canals.
  • Sealing with a biocompatible material.
  • Restoration of the tooth — usually with a crown for long-term strength.
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Minimally Invasive Endodontics

Where possible, we apply the principles of Minimally Invasive Endodontics (MIE):
  • Creating smaller access points.
  • Preserving as much natural structure as possible.
  • Using advanced tools for greater precision and comfort.
This approach supports better long-term outcomes and helps protect your tooth even after treatment.

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If you’re experiencing tooth sensitivity, lingering pain, or infection, our team can help. We’ll assess whether Vital Pulp Therapy or a Root Canal is the right solution for you.
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If you’re experiencing tooth sensitivity, lingering pain, or infection, our team can help. We’ll assess whether Vital Pulp Therapy or a Root Canal is the right solution for you.
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Why does the nerve of a tooth die?
Deep decay, repeated dental work, trauma, cracks, or infection can all damage the pulp beyond repair.
VPT preserves the living part of the tooth by removing only the inflamed portion, while a root canal removes all the pulp when it is infected or dead.
No. Both are done under local anaesthetic and designed to be comfortable. Some tenderness afterwards is normal but manageable.
We use imaging, sensitivity testing, and diagnostic tools to assess pulp health. If viable, we may recommend VPT; if not, root canal therapy is advised.
Often, yes. After root canal therapy, teeth are more fragile and usually benefit from a crown. After VPT, a filling may be sufficient, depending on damage.
Most people resume normal activities the same day or the next.

Frequently Asked Questions

Root Canals and VPT