A root canal is a treatment to save a badly decayed,damaged or infected tooth. The procedure involves removing the damaged area of the tooth (the pulp-the soft tissue inside the tooth that contains nerves and blood vessels), cleaning and disinfecting followed by filling and sealing.Then the tooth is restored with a filling or crown for strength and protection.
Decay of the teeth (cavities) if left untreated, generally progress and gradually destroy a significant portion of the tooth before reaching the ‘pulp’ of the tooth. The pulp of the tooth is a thin soft tissue present in the tooth canals consisting of mainly nerves and blood vessels. Once this infection reaches the pulp it gives rise to a common ‘dental pain’. At this stage the tooth can only be saved by performing a root canal treatment.
Contact UsIf your tooth gets infected from inside, it might not hurt at first.
But if you
don't treat it, it will start hurting and make your gums swell. Sometimes, a sore bump (abscess) can even
show up. So, don't ignore it – get it checked!
Signs that you might need a root canal:
If you notice any of these, it's essential to see a dentist to figure out if a root canal is needed.
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