Root canal therapy refers to a dental procedure used for treating infected and decayed teeth. The conditions that call for root canal therapy are accompanied by a wide range of symptoms. These symptoms usually emerge when the pulp, which hosts nerves and blood vessels in teeth, becomes badly infected or compromised.
Root canal therapy entails the removal of compromised pulp, followed by a thorough cleaning up and sealing off of the tooth's interior. Wondering if this procedure can help relieve your dental woes? Read on to find out.
WHEN IS IT NECESSARY TO UNDERGO ROOT CANAL THERAPY?
A tooth's pulp can suffer from irritation, inflammation, and infections resulting from severe decay, previous dental procedures, large fillings, shortfalls in blood flow, chipped tooth, or physical impact on the face. The damaged pulp becomes vulnerable to bacteria which can begin to multiply inside the pulp chamber, giving rise to infection, inflammation, and decay. In such cases, the compromised pulp tissues need to be removed and the inner side of the teeth thoroughly cleaned to rid it of residues of bacteria and dead cells.
WHAT ARE THE SIGNS THAT YOU NEED ROOT CANAL THERAPY?
You might need a dentist to take out a rotting pulp if you experience chronic, severe tooth pain, swelling around the gums (especially if it extends to other parts of the face, head, and neck), lingering sensitivity to hot or cold temperatures, or persistent pimples on the gums. Other signs that you might need root canal therapy include tooth discoloration and the loss of bone support around the root's edges.
WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT FROM ROOT CANAL THERAPY?
Since root canal therapy digs deep into the gums, people presume that it's painful. On the contrary, countless anecdotes report that the procedure is only as painful as a filling and helps bring quick relief to pain and discomfort caused by the symptoms.
Root canal therapy basically involves the removal of bacteria and decayed tissues, cleaning up and disinfection of the site, followed by the filling of the empty roots, and then finally a sealing up of the site to forestall new decay.
Root canal therapy can be a quick, easy way out of your dental predicaments. If you're experiencing any of the symptoms outlined above, you can call or visit our office and let our highly experienced dentists restore your dental health.