Root Canal Treatment
The procedure of root canal treatment focuses on eliminating bacteria from the infected tooth and preventing reinfection. When the tooth pulp (the innermost layer of the tooth) gets infected beyond repair, it needs to be removed. The complete procedure of pulp removal and tooth repair is known as RCT, or root canal treatment.
After the procedure, a crown is often placed on the treated tooth to strengthen it and protect it from future damage. Overall, root canal therapy is an essential dental procedure that not only relieves pain but also preserves a patient's natural smile and promotes long-term oral health.
When do you need RCT?
- Severe Tooth Pain : When you experience intense and persistent toothache, especially when chewing or applying pressure.
- Deep Tooth Decay : When decay has reached the pulp chamber of the tooth, causing irreversible damage.
- Swollen Gums or Face : Swelling in the gums or facial area around the affected tooth may indicate the need for a root canal.
- Pulp Infection : When there is an infection or abscess in the pulp of the tooth, which can lead to pain, swelling, and potential systemic health issues.
Some Facts to Remember
Root canals are done to protect a tooth, the calcified tissues of the tooth. This helps in maintaining the jaw integrity. If the entire tooth is extracted, the space in between the adjacent teeth can lead to shifting around of those teeth if a bridge or implant placement is not done rightly there.
So, a root canal treatment is advised for the protection of the tooth during an infection The thickness of the calcified structure would be considered by the dentist as they are more brittle and can break down. So to maintain and restore a tooth structure, crown placement is usually done.
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How many visit does it takes to complete a root canal treatment?
We provide single visit root canal treatment facility also in routine patient it is done in 2 or 3 visits.
Is a root canal painful? What type of anesthesia or sedation is used?
Ofcourse not, it's done under Local Anaesthesia which numbs your tooth so that you don't feel any pain or discomfort through out the procedure.
Will I need additional dental work or a crown after a root canal?
It's best to have a Crown placed on your root canal treated tooth, as it increases its durability and life.