How does root canal treatment work?
Root canal treatment aims to remove the inflamed or infected pulp, disinfect the root canals, and then seal the root canals so that they will not become re-infected. After a root canal treatment, the pain resolves, the damaged bone around the tooth heals and the tooth can be kept. X-rays are taken during the procedure to determine the number, shape and precise length of canals. This is important to ensure that all canals are thoroughly disinfected. Root canal treatment is usually performed over several appointments to allow time for anti-bacterial dressings to disinfect the canals. The use of local anaesthesia during treatment ensures that the entire procedure is pain free.
