Root Canal Treatment
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WHY IS ROOT CANAL TREATMENT NECESSARY?
When the inside of the tooth becomes infected, it is necessary to remove the nerve or pulp contained within the inner part of the tooth in order to save the tooth and stop the infection from spreading.
Infection and inflammation in the middle of the tooth can occur because of decay that spreads through the tooth, a crack or chip, or after multiple dental procedures on that tooth. If the infection is left untreated, it often results in pain and can lead to the formation of an abscess or systemic spread of infection to other areas of the body.
Why Root Canal Treatment Is Different At Dental Designs Clinic
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Experienced Dentists
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Transparent Pricing
All costs are discussed with you upfront.
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High-tech, Quality equipment
3D scans for detailed facial assessment.
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Comfortable Clinic
Designed for comfort, and accessible by car or MRT.
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USE OF MAGNIFICATION UP TO 15X
When performing dental procedures, we are dealing with exceptionally small structures. An average tooth measures between 7-15mm in width, with root canals as narrow as 0.1-0.4mm, roughly the size of a pinhead.
To ensure precise and meticulous work on these tiny structures, we use specialized dental loupes and microscopes, capable of magnifying up to 15 times.
This advanced technology enables us to achieve the utmost accuracy when working on these intricate root canals.
ROTARY INSTRUMENTS-EFFECTIVELY REMOVING INFECTION
Traditionally, root canal treatment is performed using hand files, whereby the infected part of the root canal is removed by small files or picks. This takes a very long time, and has a greater chance of human error.
At Dental Designs Clinic, we utilise rotary endodontic instruments from Germany and the USA that efficiently and effectively clean out the root canals. This also means less time in the dental chair.
WHAT HAPPENS DURING THE ROOT CANAL TREATMENT?
After numbing the area, we access the pulp chamber and canals. The infected pulp is removed and the internal area is disinfected, including all the canal(s), all the way to the root end(s). Each tooth has different shapes and numbers of canals, and it takes time to locate and clean each canal individually. Medication is placed into the root canal system to target the infection within the root system.
At the next appointment, we will fill those canals and the pulp chamber with a biocompatible material, and seal it permanently with adhesive cement. After the treatment, a permanent restoration such as a crown is normally recommended.
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WHY DO I NEED TO HAVE A CROWN AFTER MY ROOT CANAL TREATMENT?
Typically, when a tooth requires a root canal, it is already extensively damaged and may have internal cracks. Root canal treatment involves removing the infected parts of the tooth, which can make the tooth even more fragile and vulnerable to fractures. Therefore, we highly recommend the placement of a crown upon completion of the root canal treatment, to protect the tooth from fracturing, and extending its lifespan.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ON ROOT CANAL TREATMENT
Root Canal Vs Tooth Extraction
A root canal treatment allows you to keep your original tooth and avoid extraction, so we will always try our best to help you to keep the tooth whenever possible.
In some cases, if the tooth is severely weakened, the tooth may not be able to withstand further treatment or has a poor chance of lasting many years even with treatment. In such cases, you may want to choose tooth extraction. You can replace the tooth with a fixed prosthesis such as implants or bridges. Or, you can also choose a removable option like dentures.
I Have No Pain, Do I Still Need Root Canal Treatment?
A tooth may be heavily infected but not cause any pain.
This is because the body’s immune system has localised the infection. However, in many cases, the infection eventually worsens and will start to cause severe pain. This happens without any warning, and it is impossible to predict when the pain will occur.
Therefore, if an infection is detected on your x-ray or by examining the tooth, it is always best to have the root canal treatment done before the situation gets worse.
I’M AFRAID OF PAIN, ARE ROOT CANAL TREATMENTS PAINFUL?
The root canal treatment is typically no more uncomfortable than having a normal filling. The area will be numbed during the treatment, giving you a pain-free experience while the treatment is being carried out.
Any discomfort after the procedure can usually be relieved with over-the-counter pain medication or anti-inflammatories like Panadol or ibuprofen.
IS ROOT CANAL EXPENSIVE? HOW MUCH DOES ROOT CANAL TREATMENT COST?
Teeth in the front of the mouth have one root and hence one canal; whereas back teeth have two or three roots and generally three or four canals.
Each individual tooth has a unique anatomy and can have different number and shapes of their canals. Costs vary according to the number of root canals, as well as the difficulty involved in treating the tooth.
WHAT OTHER ALTERNATIVES ARE THERE TO ROOT CANAL TREATMENT?
The tooth can be removed, but it’s always better to try to save it — especially since root canal treatment is a highly predictable procedure and generally has a high success rate (over 90%).
Preserving the tooth is essential to avoid various problems associated with missing teeth. These issues include bite problems arising from teeth shifting positions, challenges with eating, and the gradual loss of jawbone volume and density.
I’M AFRAID OF PAIN, ARE ROOT CANAL TREATMENTS PAINFUL?
The root canal treatment is typically no more uncomfortable than having a normal filling. The area will be numbed during the treatment, giving you a pain-free experience while the treatment is being carried out.
Any discomfort after the procedure can usually be relieved with over-the-counter pain medication or anti-inflammatories like Panadol or ibuprofen.
IS ROOT CANAL EXPENSIVE? HOW MUCH DOES ROOT CANAL TREATMENT COST?
Teeth in the front of the mouth have one root and hence one canal; whereas back teeth have two or three roots and generally three or four canals.
Each individual tooth has a unique anatomy and can have different number and shapes of their canals. Costs vary according to the number of root canals, as well as the difficulty involved in treating the tooth.
WHAT OTHER ALTERNATIVES ARE THERE TO ROOT CANAL TREATMENT?
The tooth can be removed, but it’s always better to try to save it — especially since root canal treatment is a highly predictable procedure and generally has a high success rate (over 90%).
Preserving the tooth is essential to avoid various problems associated with missing teeth. These issues include bite problems arising from teeth shifting positions, challenges with eating, and the gradual loss of jawbone volume and density.
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28 Overall reviews
The service and doctor is the best in town! The customer service and receptionists are very friendly! Dr Phillip Miller and Dr Noah Teo is very nice and very professional on their skill! They also very patient to explain to me about the treatment!
Will come back again!
Thank you very much!
李岳侨
Beautiful and friendly dental clinic, was recommended by my colleague. Been coming here for dental cleaning and fillings. Always a good visit!
J. Kho
This dental clinic has very good staff who are well trained and friendly. The dentists are also very good and will explain the treatment in detail before starting treatment. The equipment is very high tech and I believe they are able to do high quality work as I did my crown here and it looks much better than my colleague who also recently did his at another place. The waiting room is also very comfortable. good job!
C. Zheng De
This clinic is one of the best I have ever seen. I saw dr Justin for my implant which I did many years ago, the tooth was loose, and other drs told me to remove it as they could not find out what brand it was but dr Justin was able to take 3d xrays and locate the brand and specially ordered the part in. he saved me from having to do a surgery to remove and put a new implant which would have cost me a bomb. the tooth looks even better than the original thanks to the experieced dental technician Katsuya from Japan.
Very happy and will keep coming back for my regular dental.
G. Hock An
my workplace is close by and I had a problem with my tooth for a few days, so I made an appointment to come down. The receptionist who booked my appointment was very helpful and friendly to explain the way to the clinic from my office. I saw Dr Nicholas who was able to do a root canal treatment on the same visit so that I didn't need to come back. I felt safe and comfortable to do my dental treatment here as the dental picks are all wrapped up and sterilized and only opened before each treatment when im inside.
P. Wendy
I had an amazing experience at this dental clinic. Dr. Justin Giam is a skilled dentist who explained everything thoroughly. The staff was friendly, and the clinic is conveniently located near my workplace. Highly recommended!
S. Goh
I am so glad I found Dental Designs, it was recommended to me by an expat friend. Dr Rares is the best dentist I have ever encountered. He is extremely conscientious and empathic in his work, with a great attention to detail. His work is stellar, and he is always tuned in to the patient's needs. I have had multiple dentists in Oslo, Norway and in London, and although some of them have been excellent, I can truly say that not one of them has been of his caliber.
h. hjertenes
Great dental clinic! Dr Giam is very friend and his treatments are very gentle. He is good at explaining his treatment to his patients and a lot of great cafes nearby as well. Excellent customer service and helpful receptionist. Decent location too!
C. MichaelJr
My dental implant procedure here was top-notch. Dr Justin did the surgery for me and he was skillful.The team was patient and made sure I felt relaxed throughout. They even sent me a message to check up on me for post-surgery care. Thank you!
J. Florentyna
Dr. Tiffany Tan did an excellent job with my Invisalign treatment. My teeth are now perfectly aligned, and it was a comfortable process from start to finish. The clinic's hygienist, Kelly, is fantastic as well!
W Y
I can’t recommend this clinic enough, was so glad to have found it. Great facility, really enjoyed the ambience with radio music. But thats beside the point, Dr Tiffany is so terrific, they are so kind and really care about doing a good and meticulous job, and are so professional to share with me all x-rays of my teeth and explaining the issues and the process. I’ve never had any dentists that are so genuine and pro-active to help the patients be informed and understand the situations thoroughly. I feel very assured to be in such good hands. Thank you greatly!
T. Pham
I had a dental veneer procedure to fix my chipped front tooth, and the results exceeded my expectations. The clinic is conveniently close to my workplace, and the entire team was friendly and skilled. A great experience overall!
L. Chia Heng
Dr. Justin Giam and his team are exceptional. I had a replacement for my dental crown, and they made sure I felt comfortable and relaxed throughout. The clinic is just a short walk from the MRT station.
A. H.
I fell down and chipped my front teeth on holiday and came to doc Justin who is my usual dentist. he was able to fix it same day and by now I dont even remember which teeth was chipped. best doc in town!
l. pienkowski
I appreciate the professionalism and patience of the staff here. They did a fantastic job with my ceramic filling, which was much better shape and bite than the other one i had done previously at another clinic, and the clinic's location in the CBD is perfect for me.
R. Phua
The hygienist, Kelly, provided me with the best scaling and polishing I've ever had. The clinic is not only convenient but has friendly receptionists and great staff. I highly recommend it!
L. Josephine
I have been coming to this dental clinic for years and I bring all my family and recommend to my colleagues to come as well, because they are just so good. Especially Dr Justin Giam, he is very skilled in crowns and veneers for me. My father's implant denture was able to be done smoothly, which was important because we have to fly in to Singapore to come for the dental treatment, so it saves us so much time here. The assistant doctors are also good to do the usual fillings and cleanings without any pain. The receptionists are friendly and helpful for making the appointment a pleasant one. Very good job dental design!
L. Winnie
I needed replacement retainers, and I found that dental designs provide clear retainers with same day pickup. its convienent as its close to my office and I could go out for a coffee while waiting.
E. Michael
My tooth has been hurting on and off for the past months and I ignored it as I was busy. i went to the dentist near my house and was told to extract it and do an implant as it was decayed and the cavity was too big. I didnt want to extract my tooth so i looked for other options and found Dental Designs where I was able to be seen and my tooth could have a root canal treatment and crown done instead of extraction. the tooth is functioning well and I can bite normally, there was no downtime. i strongly recommend Dental Designs as the dentist here is much more skillful and knowledgeable and the receptiontists are also very friendly.
J J
I did a whitening procedure here in the clinic and had good results, my friends commented it was much whiter and I'm happy with the results. there is a little sensitivity but it goes away after one day. highly recommend this clinic if you are looking for a dentist to do teeth whitening. the cleaning was also very comfortable and i didnt feel any pain or bleeding.
L. Kathleen
I read about Dental Designs as I wanted to do Invisalign treatment for a long time, and I chose Dr Tiffany Tan as she has good reviews. During the first consultation, she took time to listen to my concerns and also explained various options for me to suit my needs. There was also no hard selling even though I could not decide to do the treatment on the same day, the staff was also all smiles and very helpful. I came back again with my wife and Dr Tiffany was very patient in explaining my condition and the treatment options again, thus I decided to go with them. I completed my Invisalign treatment after about 18 months and the results are just as what Dr Tiffany promised. All my colleagues and friends are able to see the difference, I had an underbite which is completely resolved. The whole process was very smooth and the whole team was just so helpful and responsive throughout. Kudos to Dental Designs and Dr Tiffany Tan!
L. Ian Jun Jie
The dentists here are very skillful and do a good job, the staff is also very friendly and its easy to book appointments over whatsapp. I recently had to do a root canal and dental crowning for my tooth and the process was easy.
M. Hui Tan
Best experience I ever had at a dental clinic or medical clinic for that matter. I've been to many clinics in UK and Sydney and none of them are as good as Dr Tiffany. I have been using a specially prescribed mouthguard at night which cost me close to 3000 AUD from a specialist in Melbourne as otherwise I would have jaw pain when I woke up in the mornings. I went to a consultation with Dr Tiffany Tan as I wanted to straighten my front teeth which had shifted a little over the years. Dr Tiffany was able to assess not only that my teeth could be straightened but that the bite was all wrong. I started on Invisalign treatment with her and 2 years later I am able to chew steak and peanuts without wincing, and I do not need the special mouthguard at all. Thanks to Dr Tiffany, I now have a normal life without pain and trust me it is unbelievable how much my bite affected my life prior to my Invisalign treatment. Thank you Dr Tiffany and the Dental Designs clinic team, you guys are amazing!
L. Mallory Alice
I saw Dr Justin to fix my teeth veneers which I had (stupidly) done at a dentist in Thailand as my friend brought me there during a holiday. He was able to check it and advise that my gums were badly infected due to the poor veneers which they did, which was causing a bad smell in my mouth. Dr Justin had to remove all the veneers and the hygienist Ms Kelly is also really gentle and I had the best clean in my life here with the air cleaning. Dr Justin was then able to give me new veneers which are properly fitted and which looked so natural compared to the other ones that were done and I feel like they are my real teeth. There is no more bad smell and my teeth and gums are healthy now!
S. Matthew Lucian
Firstly, I want to commend the dentist here Dr Justin as he is skilled in his work and delivers what he promises.
Additionally, I am seen within 15 minutes each time I come for my appointment, which is not the case when I attend other medical appointments in Singapore.
The staff are also excellent.
Z. Nael
Visited this clinic for the first time today after reading all the reviews. Indeed a dental clinic with very good service. The receptionist was very friendly. My appointment was at 12pm and I saw Dr Justin at 12pm without any delay. He was very professional with his work and casual when talking. Made me feel comfortable. Took pics of my teeth to tell me what is wrong and what needs to be done. Not pushy at all asking me to do this and that. Price is pretty reasonable for where they are located. Thanks for the great service!
M. Yousuff
Popped into Dental Designs on Cecil street for the first time a couple of weeks ago and then a filling just yesterday. Staff are highly professional, from the front desk to the doctor and dental assistant.
Dr Peter Tang is fantastic at what he does. Really good bedside manners, explains the procedure in great detail to make sure I know what is going to be done and also removed my fear of having my teeth cleaned. Will definitely make this place my regular go-to for all dental matters!
O. Xu (Olive)
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