Generally, people are less concerned when it comes to a dental treatment. So most patients avoid getting dental treatment done and also feel that dental procedures very expensive and time-consuming as multiple visits required. Filling & Root Canal Treatment is a very common dental procedure carried out extensively.

Around 1.5 crore people undergo root canals in the western world, it is estimated that in India this number would be way higher. As a nation the amount of time & effort which a multiple sitting root canal therapy would take would amount to huge costs when compared with single sitting root canal therapies.

Broken Tooth: When your tooth breaks, you are at risk of losing the tooth or spreading an infection to other teeth. There are many ways someone can break a tooth, such as playing sports, slipping, falling, or eating hard foods. The pain from a damaged or broken tooth can be excruciating if not treated quickly and effectively.

Dental Pain: Toothache is caused when the nerve in the root of a tooth or surrounding it is irritated. Dental infection, decay, injury, or tooth loss are the most common causes of dental pain. Pain may also occur after an extraction.

Tooth Cavity: Tooth decay, is a hole that forms in your tooth. Cavities start small and gradually become bigger when left untreated. Since many cavities do not cause pain initially, it can be challenging to realize that a problem exists. Regular dental appointments can help detect tooth decay or cavities early on.

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1. Avoid taking antibiotics for extended period during pregnancy and giving it to your child before either year of age.
2. If your water supply is properly fluoridated, it is not necessary to give your child vitamins containing fluoride.
3. Avoid foods high in calories and junk foods, such as candy, which may promote decay.
4. Watch out for tell-tale signs of clenching or grinding. Have your child’s dentist look for signs of wear on the teeth surfaces.
5. If orthodontic treatment is required, make certain careful oral hygiene and regular visits to your child’s dentists.
6. Learn about restorations (fillings), which can be SAPTeeth, gold, plastic, silver, etc.
7. If it can be saved, don’t have a tooth extracted!

Why should one consider getting a root canal treatment in the first place? In simple terms, a root canal is a procedure performed to treat a tooth infection and prevent the spread of infection. It involves creating a small hole in the tooth and applying medication to eliminate bacteria within the tooth. This medication is injected at the level of the pulp or lingual nerves. The procedure is straightforward, with minimal side effects, and requires only a small amount of anesthesia, ensuring comfort throughout the process.

Root canal treatment for tooth cavity: If you have advanced decay in your root (the portion of your tooth that extends below the gum line), your dentist may recommend a root canal. In this procedure, your dentist will remove the infected tissue and replace it with a filling. Root canals are often thought of as the “last resort” treatment, as they are difficult and time-consuming to perform.