A large number of people are aware of a root canal but fail to understand what it entails. Why they are sometimes necessary, or what happens during the process. Root canal treatment plays a vital role in preventing the loss of decayed teeth. They also help to prevent toxins and bacteria from entering the bloodstream through infected teeth, causing other health issues.

The following information details the root canal treatment process, outlining what to expect, and other important factors.

The inside of every tooth is filled with nerve tissue and pulp. When the pulp becomes damaged or infected, it begins to deteriorate. Once this begins, bacteria grows and multiplies. After a while, an abscess forms in the infected area. If the infection or abscess goes unchecked, a patient usually experiences facial swelling and sometimes even a hole in the infected tooth. During root canal treatment, the pulp is removed from the interior of the tooth, ending the infection.

The X-ray helps your dentist identify the location of the infection inside and around the jawbone. Then, your dentist in Tijuana will administer an anesthetic to numb the tooth and gums. After the anesthetic has taken effect, your dentist drills a hole into the infected tooth to form an access point for removing the pulp and bacteria. Your dentist will scrape the tooth cavity with several small files before flushing out remaining particles with water. The cavity is filled with a paste and rubber mixture and placing a filling on top of the infected tooth. Finally, your dentist will place a crown over the tooth to protect and restore it as the final step in the root canal treatment procedure.

Don’t fear a root canal treatment. It can help save your teeth. If you have a painful tooth, speak with your dentist about the possibility of root canal treatment.

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