Root canal treatment or endodontics is a treatment for a pulp (blood / nerve supply of a tooth) which infected through decay or injury. The symptoms of infection can range from dull ache to severe pain and the tooth may be tender when you bite. Some cases may learn about pain, darkness and moving tooth after the earlier period.
The aim of the treatment is to remove all infection and abscesses from the root canal. The root is then cleaned and filled to prevent any further infection. If root canal treatment (RCT) is not carried out, the infection will spread and the tooth may need to be taken out.
Root canal treatment is performed under local anesthesia.
In the past, root canal treatment is a time-consuming procedure. Around 2 – 3 visits are required. Now, only 1 visit is required. The procedure starts with a removal of infected pulp and follow with drainage of abscesses (if any). The root canal is then cleaned. The last process is getting filling done.
After root canal treatment, dental crown may be necessary to provide extra support and strength to the tooth.
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