What are Root Canals ?
Root canals are procedures to treat infected or damaged tooth pulp. They involve removing the pulp, cleaning and disinfecting the canals, and sealing them to prevent further infection. This treatment eliminates pain, saves the natural tooth, and restores its function, maintaining your oral health.
Diagnosis and Imaging
X-rays are used to detect infection or damage within the tooth pulp and assess the extent of decay. This step ensures accurate treatment planning and identifies any hidden issues in the root canals.
Anesthesia
Local anesthesia is administered to numb the affected tooth and surrounding area, ensuring the procedure is pain-free and comfortable for the patient. This step helps alleviate anxiety and discomfort.
Pulp Removal
The infected or damaged pulp, which contains nerves and blood vessels, is carefully removed from the tooth’s interior to eliminate pain and prevent the spread of infection.
Cleaning and Disinfection
Specialized tools and solutions are used to thoroughly clean and disinfect the root canals, removing bacteria and debris to ensure the area is sterile and ready for sealing.
Filling and Sealing
The cleaned canals are filled with a biocompatible material like gutta-percha and sealed to prevent reinfection. This step restores the tooth’s structure and maintains its stability.
Final Restoration
A crown or filling is placed on the treated tooth to restore its strength, shape, and function. This final step ensures the tooth can handle normal chewing and protects it from future damage.
Frequently Asked
Questions
A root canal is needed when the pulp inside the tooth becomes infected or damaged, often due to deep decay, injury, or infection, causing pain. It’s done to save the tooth and prevent further infection.
Most patients experience little to no pain during the procedure due to local anesthesia. After the treatment, some discomfort is normal, but it usually resolves within a few days.
A typical root canal takes about 60 to 90 minutes, depending on the tooth and complexity. More complex cases may require multiple visits.
With proper care, a root canal-treated tooth can last for many years. In most cases, a crown is placed to protect the tooth, ensuring it remains functional and intact.
Yes, you can drive after a root canal as long as you’re not feeling sedated from any medications. Most patients recover quickly and can resume normal activities the same day.
While the tooth may be slightly weakened after the pulp is removed, placing a crown will help restore its strength and prevent it from fracturing, allowing it to function normally.
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