Root Canal Treatment
The teeth are made up of different parts and structures. One of the structures inside every tooth is soft, delicate, and contains tissues and nerves. If the teeth are infected, it is important to treat the infection quickly for your teeth and gum to remain healthy.
What causes a root canal infection?
Tooth infection may set in for a range of reasons, such as tooth decay and gum disease. However, a contributory factor is the wear of the outer enamel and dentin layers. Enamel wear occurs from incorrect teeth brushing techniques, poor oral hygiene, plaque and bacteria build-up, an improper diet with foods high in acid and sugar, teeth grinding and oral injury.
The infections may present as an oral abscess that radiates pain throughout the jaw and face. Having emergency dental care to drain the abscess and remove all infection enables healthy gum tissue recovery without painful symptoms.
How to prevent the need for a root canal treatment?
Early intervention and the treatment of tooth decay, gum inflammation, infection and disease help individuals receive the dental care they need for healthy teeth and gums. Having teeth professionally cleaned, scaled and polished removes plaque and tartar build-up in challenging to reach places not accessible through home teeth cleaning.
Our experienced Dentists provide fillings and teeth restorations as needed to fill cavities and restore damaged teeth to prevent infection. Leaving damaged teeth and cavities untreated raises one’s vulnerability to tooth infection, which may require emergency root canal treatment to remove the infected dental pulp. In some cases, gum disease can set in causing tooth loss.
What are the Benefits of Root Canal Treatments
A root canal is often preferred over tooth extraction because a root canal works on fixing your natural tooth so that it can remain in place.
Saving your natural tooth has many advantages, including:
- Maintaining normal biting force and sensation
- Being able to speak and chew normally
- Keeping a natural appearance
- Protecting surrounding teeth from excessive strain
- Preventing other teeth from drifting
What To Expect During A Root Canal Treatment:
- Our dentist will start off by taking an x-ray of the tooth and root to determine the extent of infection and damage. The X-ray is the most critical part of the diagnosis and informs your dentist of the extent of dental work required. Then, local anesthesia is applied to numb the area around the affected tooth to avoid any discomfort.
- As your tooth and gum are numbing, a rubber dam will be placed around the tooth being treated. This helps to protect your tooth from bacteria in your saliva while the dentist performs the root canal treatment. It’s very important the tooth remains as clean as possible.
- Next, a small opening will be drilled into the tooth to reach the root canal system. Through that small hole, the pulp, decayed nerve and any debris will be removed using very fine, specialized instruments. Once the tooth’s root canal system has been cleaned up and scrubbed, it will be filled with a special material and sealed from the top.
- Complete restoration is the last step in a root canal treatment. It usually involves the placement of a crown or post, to restore the strength and function of the tooth. If your tooth was damaged from decay or cracks prior to root canal therapy, this may be the best option to help maintain your root canal treated tooth for as long as possible.
Who is suitable for the Root Canal?
At shanti dentals Clinic, when you attend your appointment, we conduct an initial consultation with you to identify the tooth affected, discover the extent of the proposed root canal treatment required and its potential complexity and so guide our optimal choice of dental care plan for you.
If there is a good chance of saving the tooth and the patient’s oral health is otherwise in good condition, we may recommend a course of endodontic treatment such as root canal.
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Here Are A Few Tips On Root Canal Therapy Aftercare:
- Make smart food and drink choices. Local anesthesia will last about two hours. Right after the treatment, you should, therefore, avoid eating and drinking. We highly recommend sticking to soft foods where possible during your root canal treatment and reducing the amount of sugary foods and drinks you consume. It is very important not to chew anything hard on the tooth being treated as it can be brittle and will not return to its full strength until after the crown is placed at the end of the treatment.
- Be gentle on your teeth. Patients should always maintain good oral hygiene by brushing twice and flossing every day while taking care to be gentle and clean the teeth without aggravating them. Take special care around the tooth that received the recent root canal treatment. Your dentist may show you different flossing techniques around the treated teeth to help clean the area properly.
- Managing pain and swelling post-treatment. If your tooth bothers you immediately after the procedure, you may choose to treat the discomfort with non-prescription pain relievers as needed.
- Do not smoke. Smoking may negatively affect the healing process. You should avoid smoking for at least 48 hours after the treatment.
Will It Hurt?
There is no need to be nervous about an upcoming root canal procedure. Since you will receive a local anesthetic, the treatment isn’t any more painful than having a wisdom tooth removed or receiving a regular filling. However, you may experience mild soreness and discomfort after the procedure, which can last for a few days.
Do you have questions about dental pain, root canal therapy or other dental work? Our dedicated shanti dentals team offers comprehensive dental treatment in a trusting, gentle and comfortable environment. Get in touch with us today or book your appointment online. We’re looking forward to meeting you!
See Your Dentist Regularly
Regular exams and cleanings will help you prevent problems and identify them early so they can be addressed in the most effective way possible.
Keep these tips in mind and enjoy a healthy mouth and teeth during winter. If you have to face Any kind of Dental Problem Call Us: +91 93-1001-2929 & Dr. Rajesh Bansal provides quality dental care at an affordable price to patients in Rohini.
