In
various ways, the media and society in general has influenced how
people feel and react to the prospect of having a root canal.
However, you should know that this procedure is important if you want
to save a natural tooth that has been infected by plaque or badly
decayed. In this procedure, the tooth's infected pulp is removed and
the inside of the tooth is cleaned and sealed again.
Aside
from infection, the need for a root canal could also arise from a
major trauma or a crack in the tooth that left the tooth's nerves
exposed. If you opt to forgo the root canal treatment when you are
clearly in need of it, the infected tooth's pulp might worsen and
lead to abscess, bone destruction and even infection of the
bloodstream.
Root canal procedures
take more than just one session; another possible reason why many
dread the operation. The first part involves the removal of the pulp
and cleaning of the root; then some medication may also be put in the
pulp chamber and root canal to prevent the spread of any bacteria.
Your
first session might end with having a temporary crown put up; in the
succeeding steps however, the pulp chamber shall be filled and
permanently sealed. Afterwards, a new crown will be set up to protect
the whole thing and restore the function of your damaged tooth.
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