Introduction

Root Canal Treatment falls under Endodontics a specialty area of Dentistry. Sometimes, due to internal cracking and infection within or below the tooth, the tooth is infected. Root Canal Therapy or Root canal Treatment refers to the process by which the dentist treats the inner aspects of the tooth, occupied by its pulp tissue, which is considered to be the nerve of the tooth. The pulp tissue of the tooth also contains arteries, veins, lymphs, vessels and connective tissue all of which together helps to hold and keep it healthy. So, the dentist has to drill into the pulp chamber to remove the infected pulp by scraping it out.

Procedure of Root canal Treatment

During the root canal treatment, firstly the tooth is numbed and a rubber dam is places around it to keep the root canal bacteria free by keeping the bacteria away. Next, a dental drill is used to gain access to the area of the nerve tissue. The next step of the root canal treatment is to clean the interior of the tooth with the help of root canal files. Next the dentist fills and seals up the interior by placing a root canal filling material. The most common root canal filling material is a rubber compound called 'Gutta Percha'.

Length of Root canal Treatment

The time required for root canal treatment depends on the number of canals, the condition of it. Generally, a single appointment takes upto 30 to 60 minutes.

Side Effects of Root canal Treatment

There aren't many side effects of a root canal treatment and the patient has chances of feeling very less discomfort. In case of any problems, it is advisable to consult your dentist.

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