Root Canal treatment is needed when the nerve of a tooth is affect by decay or infection. In an attempt to save the tooth, the Root Canal procedure includes removing the living tissue inside the tooth, any bacteria, decay and nerves. Then the tooth is filled with special medicated dental materials, which help restore the tooth to full functionality. If the tooth isn't treated, the living contain withing the tooth can die and will have to be removed. Letting a decaying or infected tooth can be very painful if not treated.
Signs and Symptoms for Root Canal
- Sensitivity to Heat and Cold
- Severe tooth pain
- Swelling and tenderness to the surrounding area
- Sometimes an abscess (pimple) will form on the gums
Reasons for Root Canal Treatment
- The inside of the tooth (pulp) has been infected
- Decay has started to reach the tooth pulp
- Injury or drama to the area
What to Expect from Root Canal Treatment
- Usually requires more than one appointment
- The area surrounding the tooth is numbed for comfort
- The pulp content of the tooth is removed to help save the tooth
- Then, the tooth is cleaned and sealed with permanent filling
- After, a filling is created to cover the whole tooth
- Expect the area to still be sensitive until swelling is reduced
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