What does a dental root canal entail?

When the pulp, the soft tissue inside the tooth, becomes inflamed or infected, a root canal is often done. Deep decay, a chipped or fractured tooth, or repeated dental operations on the same tooth can all lead to this. The afflicted tooth must get root canal therapy to prevent further harm and prevent the infection from spreading.

A biocompatible substance is then used to fill the root canal system after the infected pulp has been removed and cleaned. It is often carried out under local anaesthetic, and most patients say they feel little to no discomfort. The toothache necessitating root canal therapy frequently causes less discomfort than the procedure.

Using a local anaesthetic to numb the tooth and the surrounding region is the first step in a root canal operation. The dentist will cut a little hole in the tooth's crown once the tooth has become completely numb to reach the pulp. The dentist will remove the diseased or inflamed pulp and clean and shape the root canal system. After that, the canal is filled with gutta-percha, a substance that resembles rubber, and the gap is closed with a filling or crown.

Following the surgery, some discomfort or sensitivity is common; this can be treated with over-the-counter pain relievers. The treated tooth should not be chewed on until the permanent filling or crown has been applied, which typically takes a few days to a week.

Clairemont Pediatric Dental believes that, root canal therapy has a high success rate and can prevent the extraction of the compromised tooth. Yet, the infection could return in rare instances, or the tooth might sustain further harm. This could happen if the patient needs to maintain adequate dental hygiene or if the tooth needs to be correctly treated with a filling or crown.

A dental operation known as a root canal treats infected or irritated tooth pulp. A biocompatible substance is then used to fill the root canal system after the injured pulp has been removed and cleaned. Root canal therapy is necessary to salvage the compromised tooth and stop the infection from spreading. A tooth with a root canal can survive a lifetime with the right care and upkeep.