Root canal treatment has an undeserved reputation. With today's technology and an expert endodontist, it is no more uncomfortable than a filling — and it saves your natural tooth.
The area is fully numbed with local anesthesia. Most patients feel only pressure, not pain.
A small opening is made in the tooth to access the infected pulp chamber.
The infected tissue is removed and the canals are cleaned and shaped with precision instruments.
The canals are filled with a biocompatible material. A crown is usually placed afterward.
With modern anesthesia and techniques, root canal treatment is no more painful than a filling. Dr. Daniel Leung's patients routinely report feeling little discomfort during the procedure.
Most root canals are completed in 1–2 appointments. Complex cases or retreatments may require additional visits.
An untreated infected tooth will not heal on its own. The infection can spread to surrounding bone and tissues, potentially causing a dental abscess. Extraction becomes necessary if the tooth is not treated promptly.
Most patients return to normal activities the next day. Some tenderness for 2–3 days is common and managed with over-the-counter pain medication.
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