ROOT CANAL THERAPY

During the root canal therapy, the inflamed pulp is removed. The surfaces inside the tooth are then cleaned and disinfected, and a filling is placed to seal the space.

Thanks to the local anesthesia root canal procedures are not painful . Postoperative severe pain is also minimum. Feeling discomfort or soreness in the root canal is quite uncommon due to availability of advanced materials these days. Our experts know how to reduce such risks and make sure to provide with follow ups whenever needed.

Root canal therapy is generally safe and effective, with a success rate of more than 95%. Like any other medical or dental procedure, though, a root canal can occasionally fail. One other drawback is that RCT might weaken the tooth. Therefore it become necessary in most of the cases to cover the root canal treated tooth with a crown or onlay.

No, only those teeth which become discolored with time or are weak in structure and are prone to fracture under heavy masticatory forces require full coverage crowns.

Once treated, the tooth can last for at least ten years, with some lasting 15. However, proper hygiene and regular dental checkups could help improve the tooth's lifespan significantly. The patient's age, tooth's location, and the success of the treatment will also determine its overall lifespan.

According to the American Association of Endodontists, patients who choose root canal treatment are six times more likely to describe it as painless than patients who opt for tooth extraction. Sensitivity adjacent to recently root canal treated tooth is common and goes away with passage of time.