Root canal is a term which is used for describing your natural cavity that lies within the center of your tooth. The nerves of the tooth lie in the root canal. When the nerve tissue or the pulp of your tooth gets damaged, it will break down resulting in multiplication of bacteria in the pulp chamber. The presence of bacteria and the decayed debris may cause a tooth infection. It can also cause a swelling that sometimes spreads to the other parts of the neck, face or head. If you are experiencing pain, tooth discoloration, swelling or a feeling of tenderness in your lymph nodes, there may be a chance that you require a root canal treatment.
A root canal is performed for repairing or saving an infected tooth that has been damaged badly. Experience painless root canal treatment in Noida at Care Redefined Dental. The procedure is carried out by removing the area of the tooth that is damaged, commonly known as the pulp. After that, the area is cleaned and disinfected before being filled and sealed. Once this initial treatment is performed, you can visit the dentist later who may place a crown on the affected tooth for protection and restore it to function perfectly. A root canal treatment may comprise of one to three visits to the dentist, depending on the severity of the condition.
A root canal involves the following steps:
If the treatment remains incomplete, the exterior hole of your tooth is given a temporary filling to keep away the food and saliva. The permanent filling is done in the following appointment.
Dr. Praveen Kumar is a distinguished professional who holds a Master’s Degree in Dental Surgery from Meerut University, he furthered his education with an MBA in Health Care Administration from FMS, Delhi University. Dr. Kumar is a Diplomat of the World Congress of Oral Implantology and a Fellow of both the Pierre Fauchard Academy and the International College of Dentists. Dr. Kumar is a Diplomat of the World Congress of Oral Implantology and a Fellow of both the Pierre Fauchard Academy and the International College of Dentists.