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What Is A Root Canal?
When Are Root Canals Required?
Infection in tooth roots or the pulp generally requires root canal treatment. Some of the common signs that determine if undergoing a root canal are necessary are:
- Moderate or tremendous pain that you continue to experience for a long period
- Extreme sensitivity in the affected tooth to pressure and heat or cold
- Deep cavities in the tooth that are visible
- Facing the problem of tooth discoloration
- Unexpected inflammation in the gums around the affected tooth
All the above-mentioned signs indicate that your tooth is in trouble and requires a dental root canal.
Which Dentists Are Responsible For Root Canals?
Our dentists at Dental Zone of Dallas are both qualified and adept at performing various kinds of root canal treatments. Going for a standard root canal doesn’t require more than one to two hours at a dental office. In case the situation is very complex, we can also provide you with a referral to a root canal dentist or an endodontist. These dental professionals have advanced training in the field of endodontics which involves the study and treatment of situations affecting the interior structure of the tooth and pulp.
How Are Root Canals Performed?
Executing a few simples steps are necessary to complete the process of root canals in a successful manner
At first, a complete examination of your mouth will be done to make sure that going for root canal treatment can be a perfect choice for you.
Your tooth and the surrounding area will be treated with the help of numbing agents that help to prevent any sort of pain or discomfort during the entire process.
- Isolation of the area of the affected tooth is done by our dentists to prevent any contamination of the site
- A small opening is then drilled in the crown of the tooth to get access to the interior spaces of the tooth pulp
- The pulp will be removed from the interior of the tooth. Specific instruments are used for shaping and scraping the tooth pulp and the root canal
- A fluid is then used to disinfect the affected area or the pockets that are formed
- Dentists use Gutta-percha (a rubbery material that offers effective support and stability to the tooth from within) to fill the space that is left after the removal of the affected pulp and the nerve endings
- In most situations, a root canal crown can be utilized to prevent the damage caused due to chewing or biting
You will be provided with detailed instructions by our dentists regarding the aftercare tips for undergoing root canal treatment. Following these measures will help you have the best possible dental health in the days to come.
