Root canal treatment is a dental procedure used to treat infection or damage inside the tooth. When the pulp becomes inflamed due to deep decay, repeated dental procedures, or injury, it can cause pain and sensitivity. During the procedure, the infected pulp is removed, and the inside of the tooth is carefully cleaned and sealed to prevent further infection.
This treatment helps save the natural tooth and avoid extraction. After the root canal is completed, the tooth is usually restored with a filling or crown to strengthen and protect it. Root canal treatment is highly effective in relieving pain and preserving long-term oral health.
It is a procedure that removes infected or damaged pulp from inside the tooth and seals it to prevent further infection.
It is needed when the tooth is badly decayed, infected, or causing severe pain.
No, it is performed under local anaesthetic, so it is usually no more uncomfortable than a filling.
It typically takes one to two visits depending on the complexity of the tooth.
The tooth is usually restored with a filling or crown to protect and strengthen it.
