Endodontics / root canal therapy as it is usually known helps in preserving your tooth in case of an unrestorable decay. The procedure involves extripation of the infected pulp and resealing the root canals with a restoration. Usually the root canal treated teeth are liable to fracture and will need a crown/cap to strengthen it.

Root canal therapy helps in retaining a badly infected or a fractured tooth. There are a series of steps involved in a root canal treatment and hence it usually takes two or more visits to complete the treatment, although few cases can be done in a single visit. The process involves removal of the infected pulp of the tooth followed by disinfection of the root canals. Later the root canals are sealed with a restoration. Dental X-rays are taken during the process to ensure accuracy. The tooth normally become brittle after root canal and is liable to fracture hence, a crown is advised to reinforce its strength. Root canal treatments are not painful as anticipated by many because tooth is properly anaesthetised before the procedure so that you can be in a relaxed state of mind.