Root Canal Therapy

Root Canal therapy refers to the treatment of the inner aspects of a tooth. Root canal therapy removes bacteria, nerve tissue and bacterial toxins from within the inner aspects of a tooth. Once this space has been cleansed the interior of the tooth is filled and sealed.

The tooth is first isolating the tooth with a dental dam. A small opening is made in the tooth to remove the damaged pulp. A number of small files are used to remove the pulp, enlarge, shape, and clean the canals.

When all of the damaged pulp is removed and the canals are cleaned and shaped, the root is ready for a filling. The dentist will then fill and seal the root canals, and finish with either a temporary or a permanent filling.