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Root Canal Kedzie Dental Clinic Chicago
At Kedzie Dental in Chicago, our root canal treatment is designed to save natural teeth and restore oral health. If you're experiencing severe tooth pain or sensitivity, it could be due to infection or damage to the tooth's pulp. Our skilled team uses advanced technology and techniques to perform a painless, efficient root canal procedure.
We carefully remove the infected pulp, clean, and seal the tooth to prevent further infection. Our personalized care ensures you feel comfortable and relaxed throughout the process, helping you maintain a healthy, pain-free smile.
What is a Root Canal?
A root canal is a dental procedure to treat a tooth that is severely infected or damaged, typically due to deep decay or trauma. The procedure involves removing the infected or damaged pulp, the soft tissue inside the tooth containing nerves and blood vessels.
After the pulp is removed, the inside of the tooth is thoroughly cleaned, disinfected, and sealed. A root canal helps save the tooth from extraction, relieving pain and preventing infection. The tooth is typically restored with a crown to maintain strength and function.
Step-by-Step Guide to Root Canal Treatment
Here's a step-by-step guide to the root canal treatment process:
1. Initial Consultation & X-ray
The dentist examines the tooth and takes an X-ray to assess the extent of the infection or damage to the tooth's pulp.
2. Local Anesthesia
The dentist numbs the area around the affected tooth with local anesthesia to ensure comfort.
3. Accessing the Tooth
The dentist creates a small opening in the tooth's crown to access the pulp chamber and root canals.
4. Cleaning the Pulp
The infected or damaged pulp is carefully removed using small instruments. The dentist will also clean and disinfect the area to eliminate bacteria.
5. Shaping the Root Canals
The dentist shapes the empty root canals to prepare them for filling, ensuring they are smooth and debris-free.
6. Filling the Canals
Once cleaned and shaped, the root canals are filled with a rubber-like material called gutta-percha to seal them and prevent reinfection.
7. Sealing the Tooth
After the canals are filled, the access hole is sealed with a temporary or permanent filling to protect the tooth.
8. Placing a Crown (if necessary)
The tooth is often restored with a crown to strengthen it, restore its function, and improve its appearance. The crown is a custom-made cap that fits over the treated tooth, providing additional protection and support. While it may involve an extra cost, the crown is an integral part of the root canal procedure, ensuring the long-term success and function of the treated tooth.
9. Follow-up Appointment
A follow-up visit may be scheduled to ensure that the tooth is healing properly and the infection has been cleared. During this appointment, the dentist will check the treated tooth, evaluate your healing progress, and discuss any concerns or questions you may have. This follow-up care is an integral part of the root canal treatment process, ensuring the long-term success of the procedure.
With proper care, a tooth that has undergone root canal treatment can last for many years, helping you maintain your natural smile and oral health.
Why Choose Kedzie Dental Clinic?
Kedzie Dental Clinic believes in putting patient comfort first. We carry out highly specialized treatments with high-grade technology. A personalized approach from our qualified team ensures that each event for a root canal treatment is smooth and successful.
Signs You May Need a Root Canal
In case you experience-
- Persistent toothache, especially when eating or putting pressure
- Unusual sensitivity to heat or cold; lasts longer than stimulus has been removed.
- Swelling or tenderness in the gum around the affected tooth
- The tooth will look darker or show signs of discolouration.
