Root canal treatment removes infection from inside a tooth and helps save the natural tooth structure. With modern anesthesia and careful technique, most patients describe the experience as similar to a filling.
When is it needed?
A root canal may be advised when decay, injury, or deep cracks affect the tooth nerve. Common signs include severe toothache, lingering sensitivity, swelling, or pain while chewing.
Early treatment often makes the procedure simpler and helps avoid extraction.