About Root Canal treatment
Saving Smiles, Restoring Comfort!
- Root Canal Treatment (RCT) is a dental procedure used to save a severely infected or damaged tooth.
- During the procedure, the infected pulp inside the tooth is removed, and the tooth is cleaned and disinfected.
- The cleaned root canal is then filled with a rubber-like material called gutta-percha to seal it.
- After RCT, a crown is often placed on the tooth to restore its strength and protect it from further damage.
- RCT alleviates pain, prevents tooth loss, and allows the natural tooth to function normally.
When Root Canal Treatment Becomes Vital:
Root canal treatment becomes necessary when the tooth’s inner pulp gets infected or damaged, causing intense pain and various dental issues. The pulp houses nerves, blood vessels, and connective tissue, and its infection or inflammation can lead to symptoms like:
- Severe toothache
- Sensitivity to hot and cold temperatures
- Swelling and tenderness in the gums
- Discoloration of the tooth
- Foul taste or odor in the mouth
Without timely intervention, the infection can spread to neighboring teeth and even to other parts of the body, posing severe complications. Root canal treatment involves removing the infected pulp and filling the tooth with a specialized material to prevent further infection and restore its function. This procedure rescues the damaged tooth and eliminates the need for extraction.