Step by Step Procedure for Root Canal Treatment

 

Want to save your teeth from a tooth extraction?

So what are you planning to do then?

If you ask me, I would suggest root canal treatment as the best procedure to replace your teeth.

But, what are all the processes it involves, you might be wondering, so let me explain all of that here through this article.

I have explained the root canal treatment procedure in detail in this article. So if you want to know more, read it till the end!

What is root canal treatment?

So explaining the steps let me make you clear about the procedure first. So first, let me explain to you about the treatment.

In simple words, root canal treatment is a process in dentistry which involves the removal of damaged pulp inside the teeth, cleaning the canals, and then filling them with tooth fillings and then is sealed with sealants. The crown is placed on the top of the root canal to ensure the stability of the treatment.

Endodontists or even general dentists perform root canals depending on the treatment's complexity. For a better root canal procedure, visit the Best dental clinic near you.

How much does the root canal treatment cost?

The answer to this is that it depends. The cost of the procedure may vary depending on several factors like the complexity involved in the procedure, the speciality of the dental clinic, the experience of the dentists and more. However, the root canal treatment in Chennai might cost you around 3000-6000 INR.

 

What makes you a suitable candidate for the root canal?

You cannot just opt for any treatment without knowing its impacts on your health. So to continue with the treatment, it is necessary to analyze if you are suitable for the treatment. So here are some five points that show that you are a perfect candidate for root canal treatment.

·    If you have sensitivity in your teeth or gums, you are the ideal candidate for root canal treatment.

·    If you have chipped or cracked teeth, you are suitable for root canal treatment.

·    If you experience severe tooth pain while chewing your food, even that indicates that you may need a root canal treatment.

·    The darkening of your teeth also indicates that you may need root canal treatment as soon as possible.

·    Even if you have tender or swollen gums, it indicates that you may need a root canal treatment.

Explain the root canal treatment step-by-step procedure in detail.

The root treatment is categorized into several easy steps;

Anaesthesia:

The first step involves providing your teeth with anaesthesia around the gums. It is done to numb the area so that you may not witness pain in your teeth.

Placing dental dam:

The following process involves the placement of the dental dam (made up of rubber) in your mouth to restrict the area and keep your mouth dry throughout the procedure.

Drilling:

Afterwards, a small hole is made into your teeth to reach the pulp.

Removing pulp. After drilling, the following procedure is to remove the damaged pulp from your mouth with the help of tiny dental instruments.

Shaping the Canal:

After the pulp is removed, the next step is for the pulp chamber to be shaped and disinfected to make it ready for the filling.

Filling:

We are mainly at the end of the treatment, where the drilled teeth are finally filled up with a rubbery substance named gutta-percha.

Sealing:

After filling your teeth with the filling, now it's time to seal them to ensure safety from the bacteria and germs entering your teeth.

Restoration:

The final step involves placing the crown to give it a functional touch to the entire procedure.

What are the things to take care of post the root canal treatment?

Avoid immediate eating:

Do not eat right away immediately after the treatment; at least try to avoid eating until the numbness from your mouth goes off completely. And if you start to eat, ensure that you don't eat your food from the affected or treated teeth.

Extra Pillows:

After the treatment, you might notice a typical swelling and soreness in your mouth as you heal. Thus to make it faster, try to have extra pillows while sleeping as it will keep your head elevated and speeds up healing.

Medications:

Use the medications prescribed by the doctors as they will provide relief to a greater extent from the throbbing pain and soreness.

Salt-Water:

Believe it or not, gargling your mouth with salt-warm water will be effective for you and reduce your pain significantly. It is a homemade remedy to lessen your pain.

Cold Compress:

After trying the warm water therapy, you can now opt for the cold compress, which means you can now use cold compress techniques or eat ice cream to let your root canals heal faster.

Avoid Sports:

Once you're done with the root canal treatment, the next second, you must remove the thought of playing sports for at least two weeks. Try to avoid them for a week as it might cause complications to your health.

Sensitivity Occurs:

Once you have undergone your healing phase, you might feel sensitive to hot or cold. It happens, and there is nothing to panic over it.

So these were some post-care treatments to follow after the root canal treatment.

So hope you find the blog helpful. Stay attached to read more.

Thank you for reading it till the end!