A root canal is performed when there is an infection in the nerve. We remove the nerves and blood vessels, and the dentist places root canal filling material along with a temporary top filling. A root canal is necessary to preserve the tooth and avoid extraction and more serious complications.

Root canal treatment is conducted after a dental examination has confirmed an infection in the tooth's nerve. At Blid, you pay the same fee regardless of which tooth needs the root canal. The procedure is performed by a dentist and involves the removal of the nerves and blood vessels (referred to as the pulp in medical terms) inside the tooth before replacing the pulp with root filling material.

A root canal is essential to preserve the tooth and avoid extraction and more severe complications.

A root canal treatment includes:

• X-rays as needed
• Anesthesia as needed
• Root filling material and coverage
• Temporary top filling
• Hygiene items

If the nerve of the tooth is dead, irritated, or infected, a root canal is necessary to save the tooth. This can be caused by factors such as cavities, deep fillings, or previous crown treatments. Without treatment, bacteria inside the tooth can spread to the root tip, leading to inflammation in the jawbone. If this inflammation becomes visible, you may see a “pimple” (fistula) on the gums. This condition can be painful but is often asymptomatic and is discovered during annual check-ups with a dentist or dental hygienist.

The canals in the root are cleaned to ensure all infection is removed. Once this is done, a filling material is used to replace the tissue that has been cleaned away, which is what is referred to as a root canal filling. The treatment can be done in one visit, but sometimes it requires two or more visits. If the root canal is complicated, it may need several appointments to ensure a thorough result.

When the tooth is fully root-filled, a temporary filling is placed on top to isolate it from bacteria. The tooth must then be rebuilt to its natural shape, either with a composite filling or a porcelain crown.

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