ROOT CANAL TREATMENT
Expert endodontic care with cutting-edge technology for painless, efficient procedures
Perfect Teeth Dental Clinic is your premier destination for exceptional root canal treatments. Our skilled team employs cutting-edge techniques and advanced technology for efficient procedures. Our experienced endodontist guarantees painless, stress-free root canal experiences.
What is root canal treatment/Endodontic treatment?
If we check the scientific meaning "Endo" is the Greek word for "inside" and "odont" is Greek for "tooth." Endodontic treatment treats the inside of the tooth.
Root canal is a treatment to repair and save a badly damaged/infected tooth instead of removing it. It is called "root canal" treatment because in this we treat the canals present inside the roots of the teeth. If saving a tooth is not possible by root canal treatment, then other options of treatment become extraction of the damaged tooth, and then replacing the tooth with a dental implant, bridge or removable partial denture.
What causes the need for root canal treatment?
Root canal treatment is needed when the pulp present in the root canal becomes inflamed or infected. This inflammation or infection can occur due to deep cavity or a crack in the tooth. If pulp inflammation or infection is left untreated, it can cause pain or lead to an abscess formation.
How do I know that my tooth needs root canal treatment?
If you experience one or more than one from following symptoms, it mean you might need a root canal:
Is root canal treatment painful?
Many patients worry that root canal treatment will be painful, but now latest technologies and anesthesia options have made root canals into a mostly pain-free procedure. Most patients report the experience is no more uncomfortable than having a filling placed.
How is root canal treatment done?
Root canal treatment can be performed in one or two visits depending on the condition of the tooth. During root canal treatment, after giving local anesthesia, the endodontist gains access to the root canal. During this access preparation, the infected and inflamed tissue (the pulp) is removed from the root canals. After thorough cleaning and shaping, the dentist fills the tooth and seals it with a special material called gutta-percha. Finally, the tooth is restored in the form crown or filling so that the patient can continue to chew and bite on the tooth without any problem.
Anesthesia Applied
Local anesthesia numbs the affected tooth and surrounding area
Pulp Removed
The infected pulp tissue is carefully extracted from canals
Restoration
The tooth is sealed and restored for complete functionality
Advantages of Having a Root Canal vs. Tooth Extraction
Most of our patients at Perfect Teeth Root Canal and Implant Clinic realize the importance of saving their natural teeth through root canal treatment. By choosing root canal over extraction, you preserve your natural tooth structure and maintain the aesthetic appearance of your smile.
If you lose a tooth, you may have a gap in your smile or you may have trouble eating or even speaking clearly. Loss of tooth means that patients must undergo prosthetic intervention with crown and bridge or dental implants which is more expensive than saving your natural tooth. As a general rule, it's best to preserve your natural teeth as long as possible before resorting to prosthetic options.
