Description

Root canal treatment is a valuable dental procedures used to treat and preserve teeth with badly infected roots. The pulp, a live portion of the tooth extends into the root and contains nerve endings and tissues. When it becomes infected, patients can experience pain, swelling and even total tooth loss if left treated. Root canal treatment removes the damaged parts of the tooth and infected root and filled up with bio inert materials. In some cases, an antibiotic is prescribed to help prevent further infection within the tooth. The remaining portion of the tooth that remains may be restored directly using a cap or crown or in some cases, post and core may be required to strengthen the remaining tooth structure and then crown has to be placed that provides a natural appearance and normal tooth function.

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