Root Canal Treatment

WHAT IS ROOT CANAL TREATMENT(RCT)?

Root canal treatment is designed to eliminate bacteria from the infected root canal , prevent
reinfection of the tooth, and save the natural tooth.

Saving the natural tooth with root canal treatment has many advantages

1.Efficient chewing

2.Normal biting force and sensation

3.Natural appearance

4.Protects other teeth from excessive wear or strain

HOW DO YOU KNOW IF YOU NEED A ROOT CANAL?

There are few symptoms that mean you might need a root canal

. severe pain while chewing or biting

.pimples on the gums

.a chipped or cracked tooth

.lingering sensitivity to hot or cold

.swollen or tender gums

.deep decay

CAN I GO TO WORK AFTER GETTING ROOT CANAL?

Although you will most likely be numb for 2-3hours following the procedure ,most patients are able to
return to work directly following a root canal .However ,it is adviced against eating until the numbness is completely gone.