Root Canal Therapy
What is Root Canal Treatment?
Root canal treatment, also known as endodontic therapy, is a procedure performed to treat the inside of the tooth when its pulp becomes infected or inflamed. The pulp, located in the center of the tooth, contains nerves, blood vessels, and connective tissue. When it becomes infected due to deep decay, trauma, or a crack in the tooth, it can lead to severe pain and swelling if left untreated.
There are a number of signs that suggest root canal therapy may be necessary:
- Sensitivity to hot and cold.
- Severe toothache.
- Red or swollen gums near the tooth.
- Discoloration of the tooth.
- An abscess (or pimple) on the gums.
- Pain radiating to head of neck.
- Pain during change in posture.
Why is it important to save your natural tooth
In a root canal procedure, the pulp of the tooth (the living tissue inside) is removed and the resulting space is filled with special, medicated dental materials that restore the tooth to full function. Using root canal therapy not only preserves your natural tooth, extending its lifetime, restoring functionality and it also protects and preserves the jaw bone and other supporting tissues around the tooth. Wherever possible, saving your natural tooth will also save you from more pain and expense down the road.
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