Root canal

What

is a root canal treatment?

A root canal treatment (or endodontic treatment) removes infected or inflamed nerve tissue from a tooth. The tooth is then cleaned, disinfected and filled to prevent further infection. The tooth is sealed with a filling. The treatment is painless due to local anesthesia.
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Why

undergo a root canal treatment?

1. An infected nerve because of a hole.
2. A crack or fracture that damages the nerve (also after an accident).
3.  Pain due to inflammation as a result of a damaged nerve. The pain can be local or radiate, and occur with cold or hot food, or be present continuously.
A root canal treatment can relieve the pain immediately in all cases. Other advantages are:

Tooth preservation

it preserves the natural tooth and prevents extraction.

Oral health

it prevents the spread of infection to surrounding teeth and tissues. A root canal treatment can save a tooth that would otherwise be lost and helps to maintain long-term oral health. If you have symptoms of an infected or inflamed nerve, it is important to consult a dentist as soon as possible.

The procedure

for a root canal treatment

Prevention and minimal treatment are what we aim for at VLIJT Dentists. Only if necessary, the dentist will treat the inflammation according to the following procedure:
1
X-rays and diagnosis
The dentist will take X-rays to assess the shape of the root canals and the degree of infection or damage.
2
Anesthesia
Local anesthesia is administered to numb the area around the affected tooth.
3
 Access
A small hole is made in the tooth to access the nerve.
4
Nerve removal
The infected or inflamed nerve tissue is removed.
5
Cleaning and shaping
The inside of the tooth is thoroughly cleaned and the root canals are shaped to prepare them for the filling.
6
Filling
The root canals are filled with a rubbery material called gutta-percha and sealed with adhesive cement. The opening for the nerve is closed with a filling.
7
Restoration
Depending on the tooth, a crown or other restoration is placed to restore and strengthen the tooth.

The VLIJT

approach

Contact VLIJT Dentists immediately for personal advice (where we always aim for a consultation and possible treatment on the same day)
Your dentist will examine your mouth and perform a number of tests, if possible with an X-ray. The examination will show the cause of the complaint.
We always try to prevent a root canal treatment.
If necessary, your dentist will treat the inflammation to resolve the complaint.