{"id":2221,"date":"2024-09-01T12:26:16","date_gmt":"2024-09-01T12:26:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/codoby.com\/gentleteeth\/?page_id=2221"},"modified":"2024-12-03T05:59:04","modified_gmt":"2024-12-03T05:59:04","slug":"root-canals","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.gentleteeth.com\/root-canals\/","title":{"rendered":"Root Canal Procedure"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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What You Should Know About Root Canals<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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In the old days of dentistry, suffering from a diseased or injured tooth nerve often meant losing the tooth itself and sometimes even the teeth around it. This \u2018commando\u2019 approach was all too common 10 to 20 years ago. Thankfully, dental medicine has come a long way since then, with extractions now the last course of dental treatment; it\u2019s a procedure viewed by many dentists today as extreme and only as a last resort if other options prove insufficient in alleviating your dental problems. Root canal therapy, also known as endodontic therapy, is just one of the many forms of treatment aimed at salvaging your tooth while ridding you of nerve pain, infections and other problems\u2014no extraction is required.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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What are Root Canals?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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As mentioned earlier, root canal therapy is a dental solution that eliminates the need for extraction. Instead of just taking out the problematic tooth, root canal therapy salvages the diseased pulp found in the root canal. The damaged, or infected pulp, is siphoned off from the canal, which is then reshaped and sealed with a crown for added strength and protection of the tooth.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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When Are Root Canals Necessary?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Teeth aren\u2019t just made of dense bone. Each tooth in your mouth hides a root canal or a pulp, which contains nutrients and a network of nerves that connect your tooth and its root. Pulp tissues however, can be compromised with the onset of disease and injury to teeth, resulting in pain and heightened sensitivity. The problem with many people suffering from the problem is that they choose to ignore the pain, thinking it will go away on its own. If you make this mistake, your tooth might become infected and you might very well need an extraction<\/a>.<\/p>

This is where root canals come in.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Is Root Canal Therapy Really Necessary?<\/h3>

That is a question best answered by your dentist, as he or she is in the best position to determine what your best options are for dental treatment. A better question to ask is this, \u201cWhat happens when I don\u2019t get root canal therapy, or any other type of treatment?\u201d<\/p>

A host of problems could arise if an injured or diseased nerve is left untreated. An infection can set in very quickly due to the fact that your tooth can\u2019t heal itself. The problem starts if an abscess, a pocket of pus, develops at the root tip. The pus could cause severe damage to the bone around the tooth if left untreated, causing it to fall off. It is understood that a full-blown infection can be very painful.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Root canals require at least 2 to 3 appointments with the dentist. The procedure is straightforward, with an opening first created to get access to the root canal and pulp chamber. The pulp is then extracted from the root canal, which is then cleaned and conditioned for refilling. Your dentist will decide whether it\u2019s best to fill the canal with medication and cover it up or leave it open for faster healing. A temporary crown is typically then used to cover up the pulp chamber. After the appropriate healing time, the temporary crown is removed and replacement with a permanent crown made of gold, a porcelain-metal alloy, or pure porcelain.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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The duration varies, but most root canals can be completed in one to two appointments, each lasting about 90 minutes. Complex cases may require additional sessions.<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
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Modern techniques and anesthesia make root canals relatively painless. Patients may experience mild discomfort, but the procedure is designed to alleviate severe toothache pain.<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
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Alternatives include tooth extraction or living with the infection, but these options may lead to more significant oral health issues. Root canals are a common and effective way to save a severely damaged or infected tooth.\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
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Recovery is usually quick, with mild discomfort for a few days. Most patients can resume normal activities immediately, but it’s essential to follow post-operative care instructions for optimal healing.<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
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In most cases, you can drive yourself home after a root canal. However, it’s advisable to arrange for transportation if you’ve been sedated or experience any lingering numbness.\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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