Root canal treatment, also known as endodontic treatment, is a dental procedure performed to save a severely damaged or infected tooth. The treatment involves removing the infected or inflamed pulp, which is the soft tissue inside the tooth that contains nerves and blood vessels.
Features & Benefits:
Infected or Inflamed Pulp
When the pulp of a tooth becomes infected or inflamed due to deep decay, dental trauma, cracks, or repeated dental procedures, it can cause severe pain and discomfort.
Abscessed Tooth
If the infection within the pulp is left untreated, it can spread to the tip of the tooth's roots, forming an abscess. An abscess is a pocket of pus that can lead to intense pain and swelling and may pose a risk of spreading the infection to other parts of the body.
Pain Relief
Root canal treatment is often performed to alleviate the severe pain associated with an infected or inflamed pulp. Once the damaged pulp is removed, the tooth is no longer sensitive to temperature changes or biting pressure.
Tooth Preservation
Root canal treatment allows for the preservation of a natural tooth that might otherwise need to be extracted due to extensive decay or infection.
Preventing Tooth Loss
By treating the infected pulp and saving the tooth through a root canal procedure, it helps avoid the need for tooth extraction.
Efficient and Cost-Effective
Root canal treatment is often more cost-effective and time-efficient than extracting the tooth and replacing it with a dental bridge or dental implant.
Improved Oral Function
Following a successful root canal treatment, the tooth can function normally for biting and chewing, providing patients with improved oral function.
