Root Canal Therapy.

A root canal is a dental procedure used to treat and save a tooth that is badly decayed, infected, or damaged deep inside.
Inside every tooth is a soft tissue called the pulp, which contains nerves and blood vessels. If the pulp gets infected (usually from deep decay or injury), it can cause pain, swelling, or an abscess. A root canal removes the infected pulp to save the tooth.

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Steps of a Root Canal

Steps of a Root Canal:

  1. Numbing the Tooth
    • The dentist gives you anesthesia so you don’t feel pain.
  2. Cleaning the Inside
    • A small hole is made in the tooth, and the dentist removes the infected pulp.
  3. Shaping and Disinfecting
    • The empty canals are cleaned, shaped, and disinfected.
  4. Filling the Canals
    • The space is filled with a rubber-like material to seal it.
  5. Sealing and Restoring
    • The hole is sealed, and often a crown is placed on top to protect the tooth.

Why Get a Root Canalspan?

  • To relieve pain
  • To save your natural tooth
  • To prevent the infection from spreading

Does a Root Canal Hurt?

Most patients say it feels like getting a regular filling. Modern root canals are usually not painful thanks to anesthesia.

Here are some common myths about root canals, along with the truth behind each one:

🦷 Myth 1: Root Canals Are Extremely Painful

Truth:
Modern root canals are no more painful than getting a filling. With anesthesia and advanced tools, the procedure is comfortable for most patients. In fact, root canals relieve pain, not cause it.

🦷 Myth 2: It’s Better to Pull the Tooth

Truth:
Saving your natural tooth is usually the best option. A root canal helps preserve your bite, jawbone, and chewing ability. Replacing a missing tooth can be more expensive and take longer than saving it.

🦷 Myth 3: Root Canals Cause Illness

Truth:
This myth comes from old, outdated research. There’s no scientific evidence that root canals cause diseases in other parts of the body. They are a safe, standard dental procedure.

🦷 Myth 4: You Only Need a Root Canal If You’re in Pain

Truth:
Not all infected teeth cause pain. Some have “silent” infections. X-rays and exams may reveal damage even if you don’t feel discomfort—so early treatment is still important.

🦷 Myth 5: A Root Canal Means the Tooth Is Dead

Truth:
The tooth’s nerve is removed, but the tooth is not “dead.” It stays functional and healthy with a crown or filling to protect it.