Root Canal treatment
Strong tooth pain or prolonged sensitivity to heat or cold, can sometimes be caused by infection or pulp damage. In some cases a root canal is potentially needed. This treatment is effective and retains as much of the tooth as possible. In other cases more limited intervention treatments can address the issue, without the need for a root canal.
What are the reasons for getting a root canal?
Root canal treatment saves teeth that would otherwise have been extracted.
Saving the natural tooth with root canal treatment has many advantages:
Efficient chewing
Normal biting force and sensation
Natural appearance
Protects other teeth from excessive wear
After root canal treatment, a crown is recommended. A root canal treated tooth can function normally and can be maintained with routine dental care and oral hygiene measures.