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What is a Root Canal

Does the term “root canal” strike fear into your heart? Does it sound terribly painful? In reality, a root canal involves little to no discomfort! A root canal is done on a tooth with a diseased nerve and can save a tooth, along with your smile.

What is a Root Canal?

The innermost part of the tooth has canals that run down to the root-tip. The nerves and blood vessels contained within the canals are called the pulp. When the pulp is injured or unhealthy, the tooth can die, causing you pain and swelling. Extensive decay or trauma to a tooth can also affect the pulp, which can lead to an infection causing pain and/or an infection at the root-tip.  The most common causes of an unhealthy pulp are cracking of the teeth or a deep cavity.

With a root canal procedure, the dentist can remove the pulp and clean the inner part of the tooth, then seal it off to prevent further damage. A crown is placed over the tooth as further protection.

Why Should I Get a Root Canal?

A root canal treatment allows you to keep the tooth rather than having it pulled out. Keeping your tooth helps prevent your other teeth from shifting out of position, and avoids having to replace it with an artificial tooth.

If you take good care of your tooth, it should last the rest of your life without further procedures. Generally speaking, a root canal is a simple procedure that can be done in just one or two visits. There’s no reason for even the slightest bit of anxiety – a root canal is just a way to save your tooth and dazzling smile!

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