Discover the secret to a painless root canal treatment for a healthier smile
Apollo Dental Clinic Raghavendra Colony
Saving smiles, one root canal at a time
Root canal procedure
- Consultation: Your dentist will evaluate your dental health, examine the affected tooth, and determine if a root canal is necessary. They may take dental X-rays to assess the extent of the infection.
- Anesthesia: Before the procedure begins, the dentist will administer a local anesthetic to ensure you’re comfortable and pain-free throughout the treatment.
- Accessing the tooth: A small access hole will be drilled into the tooth. This provides the dentist with access to the infected or inflamed pulp inside the tooth.
- Removing pulp: Using specialized tools, the dentist will carefully remove the infected or damaged pulp from the tooth’s root canals. The canals will then be shaped and cleaned to eliminate any remaining debris.
- Disinfection and filling: The cleaned root canals are then disinfected to remove bacteria. Afterward, the canals are filled with a biocompatible material called gutta-percha, which seals the canals to prevent reinfection.
- Restoration: In most cases, a dental crown or filling is placed on top of the treated tooth to restore its strength, shape, and functionality. This step may be performed during the same visit or in a subsequent appointment.
- Recovery and aftercare: After the root canal procedure, it’s normal to experience some temporary sensitivity. Your dentist may prescribe pain medication or recommend over-the-counter pain relievers.
Benefits
Pain relief
Root canal treatment helps alleviate the pain caused by infected or inflamed tooth pulp, providing much-needed relief.
Preservation of natural teeth
Root canal treatment aims to save your natural tooth, avoiding the need for extraction and preserving your smile's aesthetics and functionality.
Improved oral health
By removing infected pulp and sealing the tooth, root canal treatment helps prevent the spread of decay or infection to neighboring teeth or other parts of your mouth.
Long-term solution
Root canals have a high success rate and can provide a long-term solution to dental issues, eliminating the need for frequent dental visits or temporary fixes.
Restored chewing efficiency
Once the tooth is treated, you can regain the ability to chew and bite comfortably, allowing you to enjoy your favorite foods without discomfort.
Enhanced overall well-being
Oral health is closely linked to overall well-being. By treating infected teeth with a root canal, you can improve your overall health and avoid potential complications that may arise from dental infections.