Details of Root Canal

Root canal procedure helps in repairing and saving a damaged tooth rather than removing it altogether. It is often the prescribed treatment for damaged and infected nerves in the tooth.

• Severe tooth pain
• Swollen gums
• Blackened gums
• Increased sensitivity to hot and cold food items
• Chipped or cracked teeth

Imaging tests

The root canal involves a procedure of drilling into the infected tooth and removing the decay and debris. Then the tooth is thoroughly cleaned and sealed with a filling or crown. The process might involve several sessions spread across weeks.

• Infection
• Incomplete restoration of the tooth
• Breakdown of the sealing materials over time
• Development of abscess