Root Canal Therapy (RCT)

Save your natural tooth, comfortably and predictably.
When decay or infection reaches the nerve, root canal therapy can stop pain, clear the infection, and keep your tooth for the long term. At Boutique Dental Bondi, we combine gentle care with advanced technology so your treatment feels calm, precise, and efficient.

  • Inside each tooth is a soft tissue (the pulp) containing nerves and blood vessels. If the pulp is inflamed or infected - often from deep decay, cracks, trauma, or previous large fillings - we carefully remove it, disinfect the canals, and seal them to prevent reinfection. Most patients feel immediate relief once the source of inflammation is treated.

    • Spontaneous toothache (even when not eating or drinking)

    • Pain that wakes you at night

    • Biting/chewing tenderness or pressure pain

    • Darkening/discolouration of a tooth

    • Swelling or a pimple on the gum that comes and goes

    • Lingering sensitivity to hot or cold
      If you notice any of the above, please don’t wait - delays can lead to abscesses or spread of infection. Book a consultation and we’ll assess your tooth and options.

    1. Diagnosis & 3D imaging – Comprehensive exam with low-dose CBCT 3D scan and digital x-rays to map every canal.

    2. Comfort first – Local anaesthetic and a relaxed, boutique setting; additional anxiety-management options can be discussed.

    3. Precise treatment – Tooth isolated with a rubber dam; canals cleaned and shaped using ProTaper Next rotary instruments with guidance from a Morita Apex Locator.

    4. Deep disinfection – Ultrasonic/sonic activation (EndoActivator) helps penetrate the disinfectant throughout the canal system.

    5. Seal & protect – Canals are filled and sealed; a temporary or definitive restoration is placed depending on your case.

    How many visits? Many cases are completed in one visit; complex infections may require two visits a few weeks apart.

  • Root-canal-treated teeth are more prone to fracture. To prevent cracks and reinfection, we strongly recommend a crown after RCT—especially for molars and heavily filled teeth. We offer same-day ceramic crowns in-house (subject to suitability), so you can protect your tooth without multiple visits.

Why Boutique Dental Bondi?

  • Attention to detail – All endodontic work is performed under high-magnification for accuracy.

  • 3D-guided planning – CBCT imaging gives a high-definition view of complex anatomy, reducing chair time and improving outcomes.

  • Beyond “clean” – Rigorous sterilisation protocols; single-use items where indicated; EndoActivator for enhanced canal disinfection.

  • Isolation & safety – Rubber dam for a dry, sterile field and protection throughout treatment.

  • Comfort & clarity – Clear explanations, photos/x-rays shown chairside, and a gentle, patient-first approach.

  • On-the-spot claims – Health fund rebates processed via HICAPS.

Alternatives & timing

If a tooth is too compromised, extraction with options like dental implants or bridges may be discussed. When a root canal is indicated, early treatment generally means less discomfort, simpler procedures, and better long-term success.

Aftercare

Mild tenderness for a few days is common and usually managed with over-the-counter medication. Avoid chewing hard foods on the tooth until it is definitively restored with a crown. We’ll review healing and plan your final protection promptly.

If you’re in pain and are nervous to undergo root canal therapy, you aren’t alone. But when you choose Boutique Dental Bondi for your treatment, you can be confident knowing we offer the technology, cost-effectiveness, compassion, quality and the comfort designed to optimise your health and experience at the dentist.