What does root canal treatment involve?
Dr. Nguyen can often complete a root canal treatment in just one visit, depending on the severity of the infection or inflammation of the tooth in question. As with most dental procedures, there will be at the very least local anesthesia to numb the area that will need to be operated on. During the root canal, the dentist will drill into the tooth and remove the diseased pulp. When all of the diseased pulp is removed, the area is cleaned and then sealed. Is a root canal painful? Root canal procedures have a reputation of being very painful. However, the pain associated with the procedure itself is not as bad as the pain a person may be experiencing due to the reason the root canal has to be performed in the first place. It’s no more painful than getting a filling. How long does treatment last? A restored tooth after a root canal can last a lifetime in so long as the teeth and gums are taken care of properly. Follow up visits to the dentist on a regular basis help to ensure that the roo
