What is a root canal?
When the pulp of a tooth develops an infection or becomes swollen, causing pain or abscesses, it’s necessary to treat the tooth to solve the problem and prevent tooth loss. This dental treatment is called endodontic or root canal treatment. It is a fairly simple process that will save the appearance and function of your natural teeth.
The main objective of this treatment will be to extract the infected pulp of the tooth in case it is damaged. If the tooth’s pulp is affected, it can cause a lot of pain and form abscesses at the base, which can cause severe issues to the jawbone. Therefore, it will be necessary to solve the infection as soon as possible to avoid major consequences.