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If your tooth's nerve chamber becomes
infected by decay,
root canal treatment is often the only way to save your tooth. |
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Inside your tooth's hard outer shell is a nourishing
pulp of blood vessels, lymph vessels, and nerves. The root canals,
which contain the pulp, extend to the bone. Deep tooth decay, or an
injury, can cause serious damage and infection to the pulp's nerves
and vessels. Root canal, or endodontic, treatment cleans out the infected
pulp chamber ad repairs the damage.
Some indications of the need for root canal treatment may be:
- Spontaneous pain or throbbing while biting.
- Sensitivity to hot and cold foods.
- Severe decay or an injury that creates an abscess (infection)
in the bone.
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| The Procedure |
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Step 3 |
After the tooth is anesthetized, an
opening
is made through the crown into the pulp chamber. |
The length of the root canals is determined |
Unhealthy pulp is removed. Canals
are cleaned, enlarged and shaped. |
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Canals are filled and sealed. A metal
post may be added for structural support
or to retain restorative materials. |
The tooth is sealed with a temporary filling.
Usually a gold or porcelain crown adds further protection. |
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| The material used to fill your root canal will probably
last you a lifetime, but eventually the filling or crown may need
to be replaced. |
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| Be sure to follow the special home
care instructions provided by your dental professional. |
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