Root canal therapy can be instrumental in preserving the integrity and natural beauty of smiles.
Advances in technology have made this type of therapy far more comfortable in recent years than in the past, with many patients stating it far more comfortable than the pain of the infection.
What is a Root Canal?
A root canal is a four-step process that involves removing the infected pulp in your tooth’s root, so your tooth remains in place without the risk of the pain of an infection returning. Those steps are:
- X-ray – to determine if there is an infection and the precise location of the decay.
- Anesthesia – to numb the tooth so you experience minimal discomfort.
- Pulpectomy –to create an opening through which the dentist removes the infected pulp.
- Filing –to insert material into the root and sealing it while waiting for a permanent crown.
The crown is the cosmetic portion of the treatment. It restores the look and functionality on your tooth, so you can eat and speak without anyone knowing you have a crown.
Who Needs a Root Canal?
When inflammation or infections occur in the soft tissue located in the roots of one or more of your teeth, a root canal becomes necessary. The purpose of the root canal is to preserve the structural integrity, overall health, and comfort of your tooth.
Having a root canal can preserve your tooth and avoid future pain and oral health problems related to missing teeth.
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