Endodontics

Root Canal Treatment

Your Endodontist Told You That You Need Root Canal!!!

If so, you’re not alone. Millions of teeth are treated and saved each year with the root canal, or endodontic, treatment Duri Dental Clinic Will explains to You Root canal treatment in detail and how it can relieve your tooth pain and save your smile.

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Symptoms Warn you That You May Need Root Canal Treatment:

  • Endodontic treatment is necessary when the pulp, the soft tissue inside the root canal, becomes inflamed or infected
  • The inflammation or infection can have a variety of causes: deep decay repeated dental procedures on the tooth or a crack or chip in the tooth, an injury to a tooth may cause pulp damage even if the tooth has no visible chips or cracks.
  • If pulp inflammation or infection is left untreated, it can cause pain or lead to an abscess.
How to Save your Tooth?
The endodontist removes the inflamed or infected pulp, carefully cleans and shapes the inside of the root canal, then fills and seals the space. Afterward, you will return to your dentist, who will place a crown or other restoration on the tooth to protect and restore it to full function. After restoration, the tooth continues to function like any other tooth
Will i feel pain during or after the RCT?
Many endodontic procedures are performed to relieve the pain of toothaches caused by pulp inflammation or infection. With modern techniques and anesthetics, most patients report that they are comfortable during the procedure

Sign And Symptoms

Here are a few symptoms that mean you might need a root canal.

  1. Severe pain while chewing or biting.
  2. Pimples on the gums.
  3. A chipped or cracked tooth.
  4. Lingering sensitivity to hot or cold, even after the sensation has been removed.
  5. Swollen or tender gums.
  6. Deep decay or darkening of the tooth.

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Don’t Lose Tooth; It’s Precious As A Diamond, Save It

  • Endodontic treatment treats the inside of the tooth
  • Root canal treatment is one type of endodontic treatment
  • Inside the tooth, under the white enamel and a hard layer called the dentin, is a soft tissue called the pulp
  • Pulp chamber contains blood vessels, nerves, and connective tissue and creates the surrounding hard tissues of the tooth during the development
  • The pulp extends from the crown of the tooth to the tip of the roots where it connects to the tissues surrounding the root
  • Vital pulp is important during a tooth’s growth and development however, once a tooth is fully mature it can survive without the pulp because the tooth continues to be nourished by the tissues surrounding it

FAQ

Will the tooth need any special care or additional treatment after RCT?
You should not chew or bite on the treated tooth until you have had it restored by your dentist. The unrestored tooth is susceptible to fracture, so you should see your dentist for a full restoration as soon as possible. Otherwise, you need only practice good oral hygiene, including brushing, flossing, and regular checkups and cleanings. Most endodontically treated teeth last as long as other natural teeth. In a few cases, a tooth that has undergone endodontic treatment does not heal or the pain continues. Occasionally, the tooth may become painful or diseased months or even years after successful treatment. Often when this occurs, redoing the endodontic procedure can save the tooth
What causes an endodontically treated tooth to need additional treatment?
New trauma, deep decay, or a loose, cracked or broken filling can cause a new infection in your tooth. In some cases, the endodontist may discover additional very narrow or curved canals that could not be treated during the initial procedure
Can all teeth be treated endodontically?
Most teeth can be treated. Occasionally, a tooth can’t be saved because the root canals are not accessible, the root is severely fractured, the tooth doesn’t have adequate bone support, or the tooth cannot be restored. However, advances in endodontics are making it possible to save teeth that even a few years ago would have been lost. When endodontic treatment is not effective, endodontic surgery may be able to save the tooth
What To eat after RCT?
After a root canal, try to eat soft foods that require very little chewing, like applesauce, yogurt, eggs, and fish. Avoid hard or hot foods that might hurt your teeth. Some dentists suggest not to eat for a few hours until the numbness in your mouth wears off so you don’t bite your cheek or tongue
What happens if you don't get a RCT?
If left untreated, the infection in the tooth can spread to other parts of the body, and in some cases can even be life-threatening. If you are in need of a root canal, the infected pulp in the tooth needs to be removed.
Will a tooth turn black after a RCT?
Sometimes after a root canal, the tooth can become slightly discolored or develop spots called intrinsic stains, where the tooth bleeds internally and the inner part of the tooth turns yellow or dark. Luckily, the tooth can be whitened afterward through internal (non-vital) bleaching.
When is it too late to get a RCT?
Waiting too long to get a root canal can oftentimes result in tooth loss. This generally occurs when the root of an infected tooth has gone untreated for so long that results in bone loss. Many times, with severe furcation, it might be too late for a root canal and the tooth would need to be extracted. Smokers higher rate yes you can drive and brush before and after also eat 1 hour before
Is it better to have a RCT or extraction?
It is always better to maintain a healthy, natural smile whenever possible, and root canals allow for just that. Extracting and then replacing a tooth result in more treatments and procedures, and could even impact neighboring teeth and supporting gums.