Root Canal Treatment

A root canal is one of the most common treatments for teeth that are taken up by the dentist in cases of severe and extensive tooth decay.

In root canal treatment, the nerve and blood vessels inside the tooth (tooth’s center) are infected. Root canal treatment consists of removing the diseased or dead tissue from inside the tooth. The remaining space is cleaned, shaped, and filled.

The actual procedure of root canal treatment is as follows:

• An opening is made through the top of the decayed tooth, which may be a molar, pre-molar, or front tooth.
• This is followed by removing the diseased tissue. Once the diseased tissue is removed, the pulp chamber and root canals are cleaned, irrigated by a disinfectant solution, enlarged, and shaped so that they can be easily filled.
• In case more than one visit is required, then a temporary filling is placed in the space to prevent infection from recurring between dental visits.
• A metal or fibro-optic post is placed in the canal to provide structural support.
• Finally, a crown is placed over the tooth to restore the tooth to its natural shape and appearance.