Why Should I Think About Getting a Root Canal?

Here are a some of the most typical symptoms and warning indicators that you could need a root canal:
• Generalized anguish and suffering
• The formation of recurring, chronic, pus-filled pockets or abscesses on the gum surface
• Constantly being sensitive to temperature
• The way teeth move and how sensitive they are to touch during biting, grinding, and gnawing
• Examination of the contested molar
• Sensitivity and swelling in the periodontal and surrounding bone tissues
It should be mentioned that some people need a root canal even in the absence of any symptoms.

Root Canal Therapy Process

At Iris Dental Group in Etobicoke, endodontic operations are usually completed in one, two, or more visits, depending on the patient's tolerance level and the case's complexity and severity.

1. The fundamental stage of root canal treatment is the first examination, just like with any other dental operation. The dentist will do an examination and x-ray since every tooth is different in size and length.

2. To guarantee total loss of feeling in and around the tooth, the dentist will use local anesthetic after establishing the definitive diagnosis but before beginning treatment.

3. The endodontist makes a little incision in the tooth's apex to provide access to the pulp chamber once he has cleared his field of view.

4. Extremely tiny, file-like devices are used to remove decaying nerve tissue from the pulp chamber and the tiny channels that run the length of the root.

5. After a thorough cleaning and disinfecting procedure, the canals are carefully shaped to provide sufficient room for the infill material.

6. After shaping, the dentist carefully fills the root canals with a biocompatible substance that resembles rubber called Gutta-Percha. This material is placed using an adhesive cement to guarantee that the canals are sealed entirely.

7. To cover the hole made in the tooth's crown after the canals are properly sealed, the endodontist usually places a temporary filling.

8. The dentist will remove the temporary filling and replace it with a more robust and permanent substance to restore the tooth's full functioning once the tooth is ready for restoration with a crown or other dental device or restoration.

It is typical to have mild to moderate discomfort for the first 24 to 48 hours after a root canal operation, although the pain is seldom severe. For a few days after treatment, patients should be cautious when it comes to eating, grooming, and flossing.

When managed appropriately, root canal procedures have an over 95% success rate. Most teeth that are restored with endodontic therapy are irreversibly altered. Make an appointment for a consultation with Iris Dental Group if you need a root canal.