TREATMENTS

MIRA CLINIC

Root Canal Therapy

Root canal treatment is a procedure performed when the nerve, also known as the pulp, has been damaged beyond its ability to self-repair. The pulp can be defined as the innermost part of the tooth that provides vitality to the tooth. Typically, fractured teeth or deep cavities can lead to inflammation of the pulp. If the damaged or inflamed nerve is not removed from the affected area, it can cause serious problems such as tooth loss due to infection in the tooth and surrounding tissues. After the removal of the pulp tissue or nerve, the root canal space must be cleaned, shaped, and filled with canal filling materials. The entirety of these procedures is referred to as root canal treatment.

The situations that may require root canal treatment include:

Prolonged toothaches.
Persistent pain, even when over-the-counter pain relievers are used.
Long-lasting pain that starts when the tooth is touched or exposed to hot or cold stimuli.
Swelling observed in the gums, around the tooth, or in the related lymph nodes.
Formation of a fistula or a change in the tooth’s color due to infection in the tooth.

With the advancement of materials and techniques used in root canal treatment, the majority of abscesses at the root tips can be treated, eliminating the need for tooth extraction as a result of infection.