Over 14 million root canals are performed each year; it is one of the most common dental procedures. While it is a simple procedure, it can conserve your natural teeth and save you the hassle of dental implants or bridges.
At the center of your tooth is a collection of blood vessels that help build the surrounding tooth. This is called the pulp. Infected pulp may be caused by trauma to the tooth, deep decay, cracks, chips, or even repeated dental procedures. Some symptoms of infection are visible injury, swelling of the tooth, sensitivity to temperature, or pain in the tooth and gums.
How is a root canal performed?
