Overview
Root canal treatment helps remove infection and save your natural tooth.
A root canal is usually advised when bacteria reach the soft inner pulp of a tooth due to deep decay, cracks or injury. The infected pulp is removed, the canals are cleaned and sealed, and the tooth is restored so it can function comfortably again.
Pain reliefTreatment targets infection inside the tooth, a common cause of severe pain.
Natural tooth savingRCT is designed to preserve the tooth whenever possible.
X-ray planningX-rays help check infection, root shape and treatment progress.
Final restorationA filling or crown may be needed to strengthen the treated tooth.
Signs you may need RCT
- Severe toothache while chewing or biting
- Lingering sensitivity to hot or cold
- Swollen or tender gums near a tooth
- Darkening of the tooth or deep cavity
- Pimple-like swelling or pus near the gums
How RCT is performed
- 1Diagnosis and numbing
The tooth is examined and local anaesthesia is used for comfort.
- 2Cleaning the canals
Infected pulp is removed and the canals are shaped, cleaned and disinfected.
- 3Sealing the tooth
The canals are filled and sealed to protect against reinfection.
- 4Restoration
A filling or crown is planned depending on tooth strength and chewing load.
Facial swelling, fever, pus or rapidly worsening tooth pain should be checked promptly.