Endodontic treatment, also known as root canal treatment or nerve treatment,
is a dental procedure indicated to treat infections in the center of a tooth (the root canal system). Root canal treatment is also called endodontics. The infection is caused by bacteria that live in the mouth and cause decay and invade the tooth when
Signs to watch for include prolonged sensitivity to heat or cold, pain on touching the tooth, pain on chewing, discoloration of the tooth, swelling, leaking, and pain in the lymph nodes and nearby bones and tissues. gingival. Sometimes, however, there are no symptoms
As occasionally happens with any dental or medical procedure, a tooth may not heal as expected after initial treatment for a variety of reasons, in which case the tooth may need to be re-treated
