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<p></p> <p><b>New page</b></p><div>Root canal treatment is a common endodontic procedure that treats [[infection]] of the [[teeth]]<br /> {{TOCright}}<br /> ==Root canal treatment==<br /> [[File:Root Canal Illustration Molar.svg|left|alt=Root Canal Illustration Molar|thumb|Root Canal Illustration Molar]]<br /> A root canal is done if you have an [[infection]] that affects the [[pulp of a tooth]]. <br /> <br /> ===Symptoms===<br /> Generally, there is pain and swelling in the area. The infection can be the result of a tooth crack, cavity, or injury. It may also be the result of a deep pocket in the gum area around a tooth.<br /> <br /> &lt;youtube&gt;<br /> title=&#039;&#039;&#039;{{PAGENAME}}&#039;&#039;&#039; <br /> movie_url=http://www.youtube.com/v/wZ1MtdkkZXg<br /> &amp;rel=1<br /> embed_source_url=http://www.youtube.com/v/wZ1MtdkkZXg<br /> &amp;rel=1<br /> wrap = yes<br /> width=750<br /> height=600<br /> &lt;/youtube&gt;<br /> <br /> Without treatment, the tooth may become so damaged that it must be removed. <br /> <br /> ===Saving the teeth===<br /> * A root canal can save your tooth. <br /> * Without treatment, the tooth may become so damaged that it must be removed. <br /> <br /> ==Steps in root canal treatment==<br /> The first symptom you may experience might be teeth pain or dental pain. You call a dentist, who after examining, may refer you to an endodontist. X-rays will be taken and a treatment plan is formed.<br /> <br /> ===Dental Pulp===<br /> * Pulp is made up of nerves, blood vessels, and connective tissue. <br /> * It is found inside the tooth and runs in tooth canals all the way to the jaw bone. <br /> * Pulp supplies blood to a tooth and allows you to feel sensations such as temperature.<br /> <br /> ===Files===<br /> * The infected pulp is removed with special tools called files. <br /> * The canals are cleaned and irrigated with disinfecting solution. <br /> * Antibiotics may be placed into the area to make sure all the germs are removed and to prevent further infection. <br /> <br /> ===Fillers===<br /> Once the tooth is cleaned, canals are filled with a permanent material.<br /> <br /> ===Sealing the teeth===<br /> The top side of the tooth may be sealed with a soft, temporary material. <br /> <br /> ===Placing a crown===<br /> Once the tooth is filled with a permanent material, a final crown may be placed on top.<br /> <br /> <br /> ==Permanent restoration==<br /> * Root canal must be followed by a permanent restoration. <br /> * This is done in order to restore the tooth to its original shape and strength so it can withstand the force of chewing.<br /> <br /> ==Risks==<br /> Possible risks of the root canal procedure are:<br /> <br /> * Infection in your tooth root (abscess)<br /> * Loss of tooth<br /> * Nerve damage<br /> * Tooth fracture<br /> <br /> {{Endodontology}}<br /> {{Tooth anatomy}}<br /> {{authority control}}<br /> <br /> [[Category:Dental anatomy]]<br /> [[Category:Human mouth anatomy]]<br /> [[Category:Parts of tooth]]</div>

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