Why do I need a root canal?
A common question patients always ask is why do I need a root canal? It is a procedure to save and retain a tooth that has become infected or severely inflamed. In this procedure the nerve and the blood vessels of the tooth will be removed, but the tooth remains.
Root Canal Treatment is a successful procedure and, with a good anesthesia, it should be painless. After the treatment it brings a great relief from pain and infection. A root canal treated tooth will need a post and crown to maintain the tooth integrity and prevent future
fractures of the tooth.
Remaining tooth structure is an important factor to decide whether the tooth should be root canal treated or extracted. Your dentist will advice you at the time of the exam.
Root Canal Treatment is a successful procedure and, with a good anesthesia, it should be painless. After the treatment it brings a great relief from pain and infection. A root canal treated tooth will need a post and crown to maintain the tooth integrity and prevent future
fractures of the tooth.
Remaining tooth structure is an important factor to decide whether the tooth should be root canal treated or extracted. Your dentist will advice you at the time of the exam.