A root canal treatment is a procedure where a tooth’s nerve is cleaned, and any dead or infectious pulp is removed to prevent infection from spreading. This treatment can save teeth and make extraction unnecessary. Read on to learn more about root canal treatment, including when it’s necessary as well as its benefits.
Signs that Root Canal Treatment is Needed
Severe Tooth Pain
One of the most obvious signs that a person needs to undergo a root canal treatment is when they feel an extreme amount of pain in one of their teeth when biting down and chewing. If left untreated, the infection can spread and cause even worse pain.
Inflammation
Another common sign that a tooth is infected and a root canal may be necessary is inflammation. You may experience facial swelling or gum swelling, or boils that develop on the gums near where the tooth is decaying, accompanied by bad breath.
The Causes of Tooth Canal Problems
The primary cause of root canal infections is when bacteria has entered tooth pulp and irritated the tooth’s nerves. There are various reasons why some teeth are susceptible to being breached by this bacteria, including:,
- The tooth is cracked or damaged
- The tooth is severely decayed
- The tooth has become displaced
- The tooth has some kind of abnormality
- Necrosis (the death of body tissue cells)
The Benefits of Root Canal Treatment
- Treatment can alleviate any pain or discomfort due to an infected tooth.
- Treatment ensures that no infection can spread to other facial structures in the form of cellulitis or abscesses.
- Treatment can save a badly infected tooth and make it unnecessary to extract it, meaning the patient can keep their tooth and retain a full smile.
Book an Appointment at Our Clinic Today
If you wish to book an appointment for root canal treatment, contact Bundoora Family Dental Clinic today. Call us on (03) 8560 1697 or fill out our online contact form.