Root canal therapy is a common and effective treatment used to save a natural tooth that has been damaged by decay, infection, or trauma. Instead of removing the tooth, the infected or inflamed pulp (the soft tissue inside the tooth containing nerves and blood vessels) is carefully cleaned, disinfected, and sealed with special dental materials. This restores the tooth’s health, function, and appearance.

Many people think that removing a problem tooth is the easiest solution. However, losing a tooth can lead to:

• Higher long-term costs for replacement options.
• Shifting or misalignment of nearby teeth.
• Difficulty chewing and speaking.

Root canal therapy allows you to keep your natural tooth for years to come, often lasting a lifetime with proper care.

• Persistent toothache or severe pain.
• Sensitivity to hot or cold.
• Swelling, tenderness, or an abscess (pimple on the gums).
• Darkening of the tooth.
• Sometimes no symptoms are present.

• Deep tooth decay reaching the pulp.
• Infection or abscess at the root tip.
• Injury or trauma to the tooth.

1. Isolation: The tooth is gently numbed, and a protective rubber dam (a thin silicon sheet with a hole, used to isolate a tooth during dental work to create a dry, clean, and safe area
2. Cleaning: An opening is made in the tooth, and the infected pulp and bacteria are removed using delicate instruments.
3. Sealing: The canals are cleaned, shaped, and filled with a biocompatible material to prevent reinfection.
4. Restoration: A filling or crown is placed to protect the tooth and restore its strength and function.

Mild sensitivity is normal after treatment and usually subsides as healing progresses. Practicing good oral hygiene and scheduling regular dental checkups will help ensure long-term success.