Root Canal Treatment, explained
Tooth Pain & Root Canal Care
Assessment and treatment aimed at relieving pain and saving an infected or badly damaged tooth when appropriate.
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What the clinical term means
Root Canal Treatment
Root canal treatment cleans and seals the infected inside of a tooth so the natural tooth may be preserved.
When people ask about this care
Reasons to speak with a dentist
- Persistent toothache or sensitivity
- A deep cavity or cracked tooth
- Swelling around a tooth
Clear answers
Common questions
01Does every toothache need a root canal?+
No. Tooth pain can have several causes. A dentist needs to examine the tooth before recommending the right treatment.
02Can a root canal save a tooth?+
When clinically appropriate, root canal treatment is used to remove infection from inside a tooth and help preserve it.