The most common cause of a toothache is an inflamed or infected part of the tooth containing the nerve known as the pulp. This can be a result of tooth decay, cracking, or an injury known as pulpitis. To prevent further complications and to relieve the pain it is necessary to have a root canal treatment. Root canal treatment is performed under local anesthesia and is completely painless. The procedure involves removing the pulp of the tooth, cleaning and disinfecting the root canal, and then sealing the pulp chamber and cavity with a filling. With proper dental care, it is possible for a root canal-treated tooth to last a lifetime.
When Is Root Canal Treatment Needed?
When the pulp of the tooth has become infected then a root canal treatment is required. When the pulp has become infected it will begin to die and this will allow the bacteria to multiply and spread.
Pulp infection symptoms include:
- You will feel pain when you eat or drink hot or cold food and drinks
- You will feel pain when biting or chewing
In time, as the infection progresses the nerve within the pulp dies and the pain often disappears. At this stage, it appears your tooth has healed, however, the infection has already spread through the root canal.
Eventually, you will get further symptoms such as:
- The pain returns when you bite or chew
- Near the affected tooth you will have swelling of the gum
- Pus starts oozing from the affected tooth
- Swelling of the face
- The affected tooth becomes a darker colour
If you develop signs of infection it is very important to visit your dentist as soon as possible as the infected tooth, the pulp, cannot heal by itself.
Root Canal Treatment Benefits
- Root canal treatment can save a badly damaged or decayed tooth from extraction. It can also prevent other side effects of missing teeth and jawbone degeneration.
- Root canal treatment can stop the spread of infection and an abscess from forming
- Root canal treatment brings back the ability for biting and chewing food without suffering pain
Root Canal Treatment Procedure
Step-By-Step Procedure
- Consultation, clinical examination, and evaluation of the X-Rays
- Administer local anesthetic
- Remove the infected pulp and the nerve from the tooth and then thoroughly clean. Disinfect and enlarge the root canals allowing the dentist to fill them properly
- Remove any abscesses if present
- Temporarily fill the root canal
- Examination of the tooth a couple of days later to make sure there is no infection
- The canal and the tooth are permanently filled. However, sometimes a metal or plastic post is necessary and is placed in the root canal to make sure the filling material remains in place.
Where necessary a crown is placed over the tooth to protect it.
Itinerary
Depends on a case-by-case basis and in some cases, it is possible that patients may have to extend their holidays to finalize the treatment or have the treatment completed in their home country
Frequently Asked Questions
My teeth feel fine. Do I still need to see a dentist?
Your teeth may feel fine, but it’s still important to see the dentist regularly because problems can exist without you knowing. Your smile’s appearance is important, and your dentist can help keep your smile healthy and looking beautiful. With so many advances in dentistry, you no longer have to settle for stained, chipped, missing, or misshapen teeth. Today’s dentists offer many treatment choices that can help you smile with confidence, including:
- Professional teeth whitening
- Fillings that mimic the appearance of natural teeth
- Tooth replacement and full smile makeovers
Why is visiting the dentist so important?
Visiting the dentist regularly will not only help keep your teeth and mouth healthy but will also help keep the rest of your body healthy. Dental care is important because it:
- Helps prevent tooth decay
- Protects against periodontal (gum) disease, which can lead to tooth and bone loss
- Prevents bad breath – brushing, flossing, and seeing the dentist regularly will help reduce the number of bacteria in your mouth that causes bad breath
- Gives you a more attractive smile and increases your self-confidence
- Helps keep teeth looking bright by preventing them from becoming stained by food, drinks, and tobacco
- Strengthens your teeth so that you can enjoy healthy, beautiful smiles for the rest of your life!
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