Endodontics
Dr Dikesh Parmar - Endodontist works at Capital Dental Terrace, Wellington and every Wednesday at Capital Dental Lower Hutt.
Capital Dental Endodontics provides root canal treatment and care for teeth with damaged or infected pulp. Dr Dikesh Parmar sees patients at The Terrace in Wellington, and on Wednesdays in Lower Hutt.
Where we see patients
The Terrace, Wellington
Ground Floor, Montreaux Building, 164 The Terrace. Phone 04 499 9360.
Lower Hutt (Wednesdays)
Capital Dental Lower Hutt, Level 1, 577 High Street. Phone 04 920 0886.
What is an endodontist?
An endodontist is a dentist who focuses on the inside of the tooth, called the pulp. "Endodontic" comes from the Greek for "inside" and "tooth".
All dentists are trained to diagnose and carry out root canal treatment, but some teeth are harder to diagnose or treat. After dental school, endodontists complete further training in root canal techniques and complex cases, which is why your dentist may refer you.
Our equipment
- Surgical operating microscope. A Zeiss microscope gives greater magnification and light during treatment.
- Digital x-rays. Digital (PSP) radiography reduces radiation exposure compared with film.
- Ergonomic dental chairs. Padded chairs to help you stay comfortable during longer appointments.
What happens during root canal treatment?
- Numbing. A local anaesthetic is given.
- Isolating the tooth. A thin sheet called a rubber dam keeps the tooth clean and dry. Non-latex options are available.
- Cleaning and shaping. The infected or inflamed pulp is removed and the canals are cleaned.
- Sealing. The canals are filled and sealed.
Many treatments are done in one visit. Some need two, and occasionally three, depending on the infection and how complex the tooth is. Root canal treatment has a high success rate, but no treatment is guaranteed. We will talk through your chances of success and your options before you decide.
Other care we provide
Diagnosing tooth pain
Toothache and cracked teeth can be hard to pin down. Pain from one tooth can be felt in another tooth, or in the head, neck or ear.
Injuries to teeth
A knock to the mouth can damage the pulp. This includes treating teeth that have not finished developing in children, and teeth that have been knocked out.
Retreatment
Occasionally a treated tooth does not heal, or causes problems months or years later. It can often be kept with a second root canal treatment.
Follow-up visits
We usually check treated teeth every 6 to 12 months, for up to two years, to make sure they are healing.
Fees
Fees depend on how much treatment is needed. At your first visit we explain the likely number and length of visits and the costs. Payment is due at the time of treatment.
Location & Opening Hours
Capital Dental Endodontics
Ground Floor Montreaux Building
164 The Terrace
Wellington 6011
New Zealand
Monday — 8:30am–5pm
Tuesday — 8:30am–5pm
Wednesday — 8:30am–5pm
Thursday — 8:30am–5pm
Friday — 8:30am–5pm
Saturday — Closed
Sunday — Closed