Root Canal Treatment

The patient might need a root canal treatment if he/she experiences:

• Chipped or cracked tooth  
  This can expose the inner pulp and nerves, allows bacteria to enter and cause infection. A root canal treatment may be required to preserve the natural tooth.

• Severe pain while chewing or biting
  may be a sign that the tooth's nerve is irritated, inflamed, or infected. If the sensitivity is severe or lingers after the hot or cold stimulus is removed, it could indicate damage to the pulp inside the tooth.

• Swollen gums
  Swollen, painful gums can be a sign of infection or inflammation around a tooth. To identify the cause, our dentist will examinate your tooth which may include deep decay or nerve infection.

• Sensitive to cold and hot
  Lingering sensitivity to hot or cold that continues for several seconds or minutes after the stimulus is removed may indicate inflammation or infection inside the tooth and should be evaluated by a dentist.

A root canal is a routine dental treatment used to save a tooth that has become infected or badly decayed, rather than extraction. When bacteria reach the soft inner part of the tooth (called the pulp), it can cause pain, swelling or an abscess. During the procedure, local anesthesia will be performed by your dentist to numbs the area, so you wont feel discomfort during the treatment, and your dentist will start to make a small opening on the top of the tooth to access the infection. The infected tissue and the root canals are carefully removed to ensure everything is cleaned and disinfected. Once confirmed it is clean, the canals are filled with a safe, rubber like material called gutta-percha to seal them and prevent future infection. The opening is closed with a filling, and in some cases, a small support post may be placed inside the tooth for added strength. Finally, a custom made crown is placed on top to protect the tooth and restore its normal shape and function.

Root canal treatment is generally a comfortable and often painless procedure, as the tooth is fully anaesthetised during treatment. After the procedure, it is normal for the tooth to feel slightly sensitive or tender for a few days due to inflammation in the surrounding tissues. This discomfort can usually be managed with mild over the counter painkillers.

However, if the pain persists or worsens, such as becoming more intense or accompanied by swelling, you should contact your dentist as soon as possible.

A root canal allows you to keep your original tooth structure instead of extracting your tooth. This helps maintain proper chewing function and prevents nearby teeth from shifting.

Untreated tooth infections can spread to surrounding tissues or even other parts of the body. A root canal helps stop the infection from worsening or spreading.

When the inner pulp of a tooth becomes infected, it can cause intense pain. A root canal removes the infected tissue, which usually eliminates the source of the pain rather than causing it.

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