Root Canal Treatments
Root canal therapy aims to remove germs from the infected canal, and prevent the risk of infection in the future, ultimately saving the tooth. The procedure includes removing the diseased pulp from the infected tooth and cleaning it throughly before filling and sealing it again.
Procedure:
A root canal treatment is not exactly a big deal since the procedure is done to millions every year and it is completely safe. Under the enamel of your tooth, pulp is present, it is a soft tissue comprised of blood arteries, and nerves and it helps in the maturing of the tooth. A fully matured tooth can also pull through without the pulp.
If you got a broken tooth due to any reason including genetic or a mouth injury, a deep cavity. Usually a broken teeth comes with sensitiveness towards heat and cold things. You may night a root canal therapy if:
- There is a lot of pain while consuming food or liquids
- Gums with pimples
- A tooth that has been chipped or fractured
- Sensitiveness towards heat and cold
- Swollen or Painful gums
- Yellowing of Gums