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Top FAQS on Root Canal Treatment

Author: Alex Paul
by Alex Paul
Posted: Mar 07, 2019

The treatment 'Root Canal' is also known as endodontic therapy. It is gradually getting popularity among those who are going through intense toothache due to an injury or large cavity damage of the root of the tooth. The tooth root becomes inflamed or infected. With the help of medicines, you may bear the pain for days or months, but the most useful treatment is a root canal. It is one of the most innovative treatments in the dental medical science. Many people across the world have been benefited. Most of them are happy with the outcome of the treatment. Here are some top FAQs gathered from specialists of root canal treatment in Auckland.

Is the root canal treatment painful?

Many people have the misconception that the treatment is painful. On the contrary, it will not give pain if it is done properly by experienced dentists. It is a painless procedure. Minimum pain occurs later the treatment which can be countered with painkillers. During treatment, the dentist numbs the tooth, and a hole is made from the crown of the tooth to the pulp chamber with the help of the endodontic file.

How much the treatment can cost?

The treatment cost depends on many factors. If the treatment is of front teeth, it will be cheaper than that of back teeth. The front teeth root canal treatment is usually easier to do because it has one canal in the dental root. The time taken to treat the front tooth is less than the time taken for a back tooth which has multiple and curved canals. The back teeth root canal treatment may need more than one session to complete which increases the treatment cost.

How do you learn you need the root canal treatment?

It is your doctor who can tell you whether you need the treatment. There are some signs that can tell you may need the treatment. You can experience serious toothache while eating, having the sensitivity to cold or hot, swelling of the gum near the infected tooth. In this condition, don't wait too long. Root canal treatment can give you relief from the problem.

Is it necessary to heal the dead tooth nerve?

Yes, it is as early as possible. The dead nerve of your tooth means the dead tooth. If it is left untreated it may become the house of bacteria which can spread to other teeth. If you get late for the treatment, the treatment will become critical. It may be infecting other teeth.

Can I get back to work right after the treatment?

Some people wait for weekends to undergo the treatment and ready to bear the pain. It is not right. You should take out some time from your busy schedule. The continuous pain will harm your work quality and your sleep also. It is better to take the treatment seriously. If the treatment doesn't need more than one follow-up you can get back to work the next day of your treatment. The pain killer will give your relief.

About the Author

Alex Paul is a content writer who is associated with dentistaucklandnz.co.nz. In this article, he is explaining about Laser Teeth Whitening.

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