Treatments
Root Canals
Are you apprehensive about undergoing a root canal procedure? Fear not, as millions of teeth are saved each year thanks to this treatment. Root canals are transformative, as they enable dentists and endodontists to preserve millions of teeth from being extracted annually.
The purpose of a root canal also referred to as endodontic treatment, is to rescue a tooth that has been severely damaged due to decay, disease, or injury. By means of root canal treatment, patients are able to retain their natural teeth instead of having them extracted. Natural teeth are superior to artificial teeth since they are stronger and more effective for biting and chewing. Our dentists and specialists are highly skilled in providing you with the best root canal treatment available.
What Is It?
Every tooth has a little canal inside it called a root canal. People endure toothaches or develop an abscess if the dental pulp deteriorates or becomes infected. To save the tooth, root canal therapy is used.
Pulp illness can occur for a variety of reasons, including the following:
- Decay Trauma
- Deep craters
- Severe wear
- Fracture of the tooth or a crack in the tooth
As soon as a problem is discovered, root canal therapy should begin to increase the likelihood of success. To access the root canal for root canal therapy, a hole is drilled through the crown of the tooth. The empty canal is then cleaned and the diseased pulp is subsequently removed. The canal is next cleaned with a sterilizing solution, shaped with fine dental tools, and sealed with a final filling.
The duration of this treatment may span multiple visits. Antibiotics may be recommended if an infection is present. The tooth’s final restoration plays a crucial role. Bacteria can enter the tooth again if the restoration isn’t done correctly, leading to another infection. In order to properly reinforce and seal the tooth, a crown may occasionally be advised. Depending on the difficulty, a dentist or occasionally an endodontic performs root canal therapy.
Need To Know
Appointments
- Root canals will usually take several visits to complete
- At the first consultation visit the dentist will take x-rays and examine your teeth and mouth
- They will then save the tooth by removing the infected pulp
- At the next visit the dentist will complete the final restoration or fitting of a crown
- Further appointments may be needed if you have any problems or issues
Before your appointment
- No special preparation needed
How long it takes
- The consultation will usually take around 30 to 45 minutes
- The root canal procedure is often done in 1 to 2 appointments that usually take around 90 minutes each
- The fitting of a crown will usually take around 30 minutes
After your appointment
- You can continue to brush your teeth as normal
- Avoid eating chewy or hard foods for the first few days
- Take care when flossing daily
- Reduce the amount of sugary food and drink you consume
You may be asked about
- Your dental history and medical history
- The pain and symptoms you are experiencing
Quick tip
- The more you rest and take care of your oral health after treatment the faster you will recover.