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Today we are going to discuss in this blog, all the 4 Debunking Popular Myths About Root Canal Treatment. So let’s begin..
1. Root Canal Treatment Is A Very Painful Procedure.
When someone says ” I am so scared of root canal treatment”. I have heard from my friend that it’s very painful.
Being a Consultant Endodontist and root Canal Specialist, after doing more than 8000 root canal treatments till now, I can confidently say that root canal treatment is absolutely painless procedure.
Let’s discuss how it is painless.
Most of the patients who visit the dentist for root canal treatment are already suffering from mild to severe toothache.
Local anesthesia is a small injection given around the tooth to be operated on. This anesthesia will completely numb the nerves in the area. Which results in a painless procedure.
Most of the patients are scared of this injection. The injection site is anesthetized with local anesthetic spray to minimize the piercing pain of the needle. Once the site is anesthetized, We use the most advanced injection technique and motorized injection devices to minimize the pain.
Effective local anesthesia means the rest of the treatment is painless.
So no more pain in root canal treatment.
2. Root Canal Treatment Requires Multiple Visits To The Dentist.
90% of all the Root canal treatments are done in a single visit. Patients do not need to visit the dentist over and over again to complete the procedure.
Yes, you have heard right. Why visit again and again for the same procedure if the Endodontist can / will complete the same procedure in a single visit? That too in less than an Hour.
It is possible now. We, at Microdent Dentistry ® perform root canal treatment in a single visit. Our center is equipped with a microscope and the most advanced equipment which help to complete the procedure effectively with predictable results.
Obviously, there are some exceptional cases where there is swelling associated with the tooth, and history of trauma, or large infection associated with the tooth, or Failed previous root canal treatment which requires re root canal. In such cases, there are multiple visits indicated.
But Most Of The Cases Of Root Canal Treatment Are Completed In A Single Visit.
90% of all the Root canal treatments are done in a single visit. Patients do not need to visit the dentist over and over again to complete the procedure.
Yes, you have heard right. Why visit again and again for the same procedure if an Endodontist can / will complete the same procedure in a single visit? That too in less than an Hour.
It is definitely possible now. We, at Microdent Dentistry ® perform root canal treatment in a single visit. Our center is equipped with a microscope and the most advanced equipment which help to complete the procedure effectively with predictable results.
Obviously, there are some exceptional cases where there is swelling associated with the tooth, and history of trauma, or large infection associated with the tooth, or Failed previous root canal treatment which requires re root canal. In such cases, are multiple visits indicated.
3. Root Canal Treated Teeth Again Require Re-Treatment After A Couple Of Years.
Any procedure, if done perfectly, has less chance of failure in the future. The same thing applies to root canal procedures. If the first treatment is done correctly and precisely, the results last forever. But treating the complex anatomy of a root canal is a challenge and it requires high precision, skill, and dedication to master the art of doing it.
An endodontist is a specialist in treating such cases.
With a microscope, it becomes convenient and comparatively easy to see everything clearly and treat the difficult anatomies effectively which ultimately produces great results.
Another point I would like to add here is if the post-root canal treatment restoration is not done properly, if the tooth is not restored properly, either with a crown or with composite. There is a chance of reinfection of root canal-treated tooth. Which may lead to failure in the future.
So It is equally important to understand the need of permanent restoration ( composite ) / or crown over root canal-treated tooth.
4. Root Canal Treated Tooth does Not Require Crown. Many Patients Think, Dentists Unnecessary Suggest Crowns Over Root Canal Treated Teeth.
This is wrong. Let’s understand the procedure first.
When we perform root canal treatment, we remove the pulp tissue. I.e blood vessels, nerves and connective tissue from within the canal of the tooth.
This pulp tissue gives ‘life ‘ to the tooth.
Once this tissue is removed, the tooth becomes dead but it serves for a longer period.
Because there is no pulp inside the tooth now, the tooth becomes brittle. And it’s more prone to fracture in the future. It doesn’t withstand the masticatory forces. And may break in the future.
So whenever there is a need to cover the root canal-treated tooth, the dentist advises a crown.
Properly restored teeth with crowns is important in the success of root canal treatment.
The Bottom Line
So if you are suffering from mild to severe toothache, always find a root canal specialist or endodontist.
At Microdent Dentistry ® we have skilled Endodontists with experience of more than 8000 root canal treatments.
For appointment, you can always contact Microdent Dentistry
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