Root Canal Treatment

A root canal treatment is a dental procedure designed to save a severely damaged or infected tooth. During this treatment, the dentist removes the tooth's inner pulp, which contains nerves, blood vessels, and connective tissue. The pulp can become infected or inflamed due to deep decay, repeated dental procedures, cracks, or trauma to the tooth.

The procedure involves carefully cleaning out the diseased pulp, disinfecting the inner tooth canal, and then filling and sealing the space to prevent further infection. After the root canal, the tooth is typically restored with a crown or filling to protect and strengthen it.

The primary benefit for patients is preserving their natural tooth, which helps maintain proper bite alignment, prevents surrounding teeth from shifting, and avoids the need for more extensive and costly dental work like tooth extraction and replacement. Additionally, the treatment eliminates tooth pain, reduces sensitivity, and prevents the spread of infection that could potentially impact overall oral health.