DEFINITION
Treatment to repair damaged or infected tooth
WHY IS A ROOT CANAL NEEDED?
Bacteria and decay in a tooth that causes a serious infection or tooth abscess
PROCEDURE
o Dental x-ray (to check extent of damage)
o Local anesthesia
o Decay removed (diseased pulp removed)
o Pulp chamber and root canal is flushed and cleaned
o Compound is used to fill tooth
o Crown is placed to restore tooth