Dental root canals involve removing infected pulp inside a tooth, cleaning, and sealing it to save the tooth from extraction.
A root canal is a procedure employed to restore and preserve a tooth that has undergone significant decay or infection.
The term “root canal” refers to the internal cavity found at the center of the tooth. Within this cavity lies the pulp, or pulp chamber, which is a soft area. The nerve of the tooth is situated within the root canal.
Whether the nerve is present or absent does not impact the regular functioning of the tooth on a day-to-day basis.
Indicators that a root canal might be necessary include:
- Persistent or severe tooth pain, especially when chewing or applying pressure.
- Sensitivity to hot or cold temperatures that lingers even after the source of the heat or cold is removed.
- Swelling or tenderness in the gums near the affected tooth.
- Darkening or discoloration of the tooth.
- Persistent or recurring pimples on the gums.
- A cracked or chipped tooth with signs of infection.
- The presence of deep decay or damage to the tooth’s structure.
