Painless Root Canal Treatment in Kolkata
Root canal treatment(RCT) is a dental procedure for the infected pulp of a tooth which is intended to result in the elimination of infection and protection of the remaining sound tooth structure from future microbial invasion. When decay gets into the softcore, the pulp can become inflamed or infected, or even necrotic (dead). A root canal is needed to clean out the decay.
When do you need root canal treatment(RCT)?
Your teeth have an enamel layer on the outside, a second layer of dentin, and a soft inside core that extends into the root in your jawbone. The core contains the dental pulp, which consists of nerves, blood vessels, and connective tissue.
When decay gets into the soft core, the pulp can become inflamed or infected, or even necrotic (dead). A root canal is needed to clean out the decay.
You might feel –
- Severe toothache pain upon chewing or pressure application
- Prolonged sensitivity /pain to hot or cold temperatures even after the heat or cold has been removed
- Discoloration (darkening) of the tooth
- Swelling in nearby gums
- Persistent or recurring pimple on the gums
Disclaimer : It is not always necessary to feel all of these symptoms. You might just experience a few of them or none at all ( it might be even painless ! ). So it is always advisable to visit an expert Dentist if you feel any kind of discomfort since ‘Prevention is better than cure’.
Steps to perform RCT:
- Extract bacteria and decay from the tooth pulp, root and nerve
- Disinfect the area with antibiotics
- Fill the empty roots
- Seal the area to prevent new decay
Some fast facts!
- According to the American Association of Endodontists (AAE), more than 15 million root canals are performed each year.
- Root canal procedures are commonly thought to painful but the truth is a small prick to numb the area only in the first sitting and that’s it , no more pain !
- A 2016 study found that root canal symptoms varied depending on the type of bacteria in the infection.
Frequently Asked Questions(FAQs)
Doc will it hurt ?
No. A small prick to numb the area in the first sitting and that’s all, no pain during the procedure or after it.
How long will the RCT treated tooth last ?
Well , history shows an accurately performed RCT can last more than 20 years.
Is RCT expensive ?
Varies from clinic to clinic but here we try to provide the best possible treatment for reasonable prices .
