A root canal is a capillary, which runs from the base of the root of the tooth to the middle of the crown (the visible part of the tooth). The Endodontics root canal carries the pulp (a network of blood and nerve cells), which brings the tooth to life. One of the main causes for the damage in the tooth nerve is cavity in the tooth that grows deeper and touches the nerve.
Since the cavity is filled with bacteria, the root canal gets inflamed and causes pain. Other reasons that may damage the teeth are accidental cracks or infection from gums reaching to the base of roots. In such cases, Endodontics root canal treatments can easily stabilize the position.
Endodontics Root Canal Treatment is one name that gives many patients shivers when told about it. However, in reality, it is not that bad. In fact, it is an instant pain reliever and the best dental treatment to retain the original teeth.
A Root canal treated tooth serves its purpose and function just as a healthy tooth. It does so by removing the infected pulp by chemicals followed by treating the inside of the tooth. The inside of tooth is first cleaned of any left pulp related infection and is then disinfected. This is done as a preventive measure to ensure no future microbial infection can worsen the condition.
The latex of percha tree also termed as Gutta-Percha inherits the properties of a natural polymer. It is used along with sealing cement to fill the emptied root canal. An expert hands treating the patient proves to be effective in endodontics root canal treatment eliminating the risks of post surgery pain poor quality root filling!