Facts about Root Canal Treatments

Root canal treatments are necessary when decay has reached the center of a tooth (where the pulp, nerves, and blood vessels reside) and causes an infection. This is usually very painful, and is often considered a dental emergency. It can be helpful to know some important facts about root canal therapy in case you ever suffer from an infection.

The fact that is probably the most important to know is that root canal treatment does not hurt. Often you hear people state that they would rather have a root canal than do something. The idea that this procedure is painful is a common misconception. In fact, it is done in order to eliminate pain.

It can also be helpful to know how the procedure is done. The process begins with our root canal dentist in Agoura Hills drilling in to the tooth in order to access the center. They will then remove any decay and infected pulp. Once the area is clear, they will fill it with a specially filling called “gutta percha”. The process is completed with the placement of a restoration, usually a filling or crown.

If you have any more questions about root canal treatments, contact our dentists today.