What is Root Canal Treatment?

Root canal treatment is the process of removing the nerve tissue (pulp) in the teeth and filling it with a substance applied inside the tooth. This procedure is done as a result of the death of the nerve tissue (pulp) in the tooth due to an infection or decay in the teeth. Root canal treatment is performed to protect and preserve the teeth.

Root canal treatment is done by your dentist. First, your dentist applies a protective coating over the tooth and drills a hole through the top of the tooth. This hole allows access to the inside of the tooth. Next, your dentist removes the nerve tissue (pulp) inside the tooth and cleans the inside of the tooth. After these procedures, your dentist fills a substance inside the tooth and places it firmly. This substance fills the inside of the tooth and protects the tooth.

During root canal treatment, your dentist may use anesthesia to relieve toothache. In this way, the risk of pain during root canal treatment is reduced. After root canal treatment, your dentist will give you instructions on protecting and caring for your tooth. Following these instructions will keep your teeth healthy for longer.

After root canal treatment, your dentist will give you instructions on protecting and caring for your tooth. Following these instructions will keep your teeth healthy for longer. For example, your dentist may give you instructions for brushing and flossing. Following these instructions will prevent tooth decay and gum infections. It is also important that your dentist tells you to have your teeth checked regularly. In this way, you can monitor the health of your teeth and treat them if necessary.