If a root canal is recommended for you, you undoubtedly have concerns about the procedure.
- A root canal: what is it?
- What is the duration of a root canal?
- Are there any other choices?
- Can the tooth be saved by the dentist?
The dentists focus on treating the interior of teeth in order to preserve them. They treat cracked or broken teeth, perform root canal procedures to repair damaged or infected pulp.
A root canal: what is it?
“Root canal” refers to the process of cleaning the canals inside the root of a tooth. During root canal therapy and related procedures, the infected or inflammatory pulp is removed.
Endodontic therapy, also known as root canal therapy, can save a tooth that might otherwise need to be extracted. When the pulp—the tooth’s inner, soft layer—becomes infected due to decay or trauma, root canal therapy is required.
The following signs indicate a diseased pulp:
severe pain in the tooth when you chew or put pressure on it
tooth discoloration or darkening
Tenderness and swelling in the surrounding gums
A continuous or recurrent gum bump
Prolonged sensitivity to temperature changes (even after removing the source of the heat or cold)
The pulp is made up of blood vessels and nerves that aid in the tooth’s growth as it develops. When a tooth reaches full maturity, it can live without the pulp because the tissues around it continue to provide nourishment.
During a root canal, the diseased pulp is removed, and the inside of the tooth is cleaned and sealed to prevent infection.
Are there any alternatives to having a root canal?
Although root canals have a bad reputation, they are not nearly as horrible as people believe. Modern root canal therapy can prevent tooth extraction and is a relatively painless procedure. Additionally, it is the sole method capable of removing a dental abscess, which can lead to major health issues.
The only option available to you if you have an abscessed tooth is to have it extracted rather than having a root canal.
What is the duration of a root canal?
The complexity of your case will determine this. For instance, treating a tooth with a single root, such as an incisor, will typically take less time than treating a tooth with several roots, such as a molar.
Additionally, the preparation of the canal space may take longer for teeth with more complex canals than others.
While some root canals are straight and easily recognized, others may be curved or even calcified. It may only take half an hour to perform a root canal if the canals are easily located. However, treating the entire tooth might take longer if the canals are hard to find. You can learn what to anticipate from your dentist.
The average time to complete a root canal is around sixty minutes.
Recovery After a Root Canal
After receiving a root canal, your tooth might feel sensitive, particularly if you had pain or an infection prior to the procedure. Do not chew on the side of your mouth that has had dental work done on it. Follow your doctor’s instructions if your dentist prescribes antibiotics.
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