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If you feel that your oral health needs attention and you're looking for an effective solution, this article is for you.

Today we'll explain what root canal treatment consists of, what symptoms it usually presents, and how we treat it to relieve oral discomfort and preserve your natural teeth.

What is root canal treatment really?

Being one of the most common treatments in dentistry, root canal treatment is a dental procedure that involves the removal of infected or damaged pulp from inside a tooth.

The pulp is the soft tissue that contains nerves and blood vessels and is located in the center of each tooth. It is especially useful when a deep cavity, trauma, or infection reaches this internal area, causing pain and inflammation.

At all times, the main objective of this procedure is to preserve the patient's natural teeth, avoiding extraction.

There are several types:

  • Single-root endodontics: performed only on teeth that have one root canal, such as incisors and canines
  • Bi-radicular endodontics: treats teeth that have two root canals, such as premolars
  • Multi-radicular endodontics: applies to teeth with multiple root canals, such as molars

Why undergo root canal treatment?

Root canal treatment is necessary when the pulp inside a tooth is infected or damaged, which can cause intense pain, sensitivity to heat or cold, gum swelling, or a dental abscess.

This procedure helps eliminate the infection, relieve pain, and save the tooth, thus avoiding the need to extract it.

At Microdental Clinic, we are committed to your oral health and we're here to resolve your doubts and provide you with the care you need. Contact us without hesitation!