Root Canal Treatment
If your general dentist has referred you to us, it's likely that your Root Canal treatment requires specialized care.You may be experiencing discomfort such as pain when consuming hot or cold foods/drinks, pain during chewing, throbbing, aching, or shooting pain, as well as swelling in the area surrounding a tooth or teeth. Endodontic treatment is designed to address these symptoms,provided they are related to the tooth. Sometimes,you may not experience any symptoms at all,underscoring the importance of regular examinations. Endodontic treatment, also known as root canal treatment, becomes necessary when the pulp inside the tooth is inflamed or infected. Various factors can contribute to pulpal inflammation or infection, with tooth decay (caries) being the most common. Other causes include extensive or repeated dental procedures,cracks in the tooth allowing bacteria entry into the pulp and trauma to the teeth or supporting tissues.
Left untreated, pulpal inflammation or infection can lead to pain or result in an abscess. The goal of endodontic treatment is to create an environment within the tooth that facilitates the healing of the infection and maintains the tooth's symptom-free status. This is achieved by removing bacteria and infected tissue debris from the root tips, followed by filling the space with a root canal filling material.
Once the root canal treatment is complete, you will return to your dentist for the final restoration, ensuring the tooth is protected and restored to its full function. Retaining your natural tooth, for which there is often no substitute, is a key benefit of this treatment.