Pulp infection is often the primary cause of decay in the tooth cavity. Infection of the pulp comes about due to the accumulation of bacteria in this area. A root canal is therefore essential in removing the infected pulp that harbors bacteria, and therefore prevents the growth and spread of this bacteria.

Tooth extraction, however, leaves gaps between teeth which may cause potential problems. With a root canal, patients don’t have to worry about losing their teeth, which helps to preserve the natural arrangement of your teeth.

A root canal involves the removal of the infected pulp. The process is followed by cleaning the affected area and filling up the cavity with a polymer material or fitting the tooth with a crown. Crowns are essential in restoring the visual appeal of teeth. As such, they help restore the functionality of the tooth as well as the aesthetic value of teeth whenever they are used in a root canal.

A root canal leaves the infected tooth intact, unlike tooth extraction. As such, this process provides a solution with having the tooth extracted. With missing teeth, the jawbone easily degenerates over time due to bacteria exposure and other elements. Root canals, therefore, help prevent complications of the jawbone in future.

Extreme tooth decay and long-lasting toothaches are common dental conditions among individuals. They cause pain, and in extreme cases, tooth loss. As such, a root canal helps keep teeth in good condition and also prevents extreme procedures such as tooth extraction.

Unlike other dental procedures such as root extraction, a root canal is a comfortable and virtually painless procedure. Endodontists use the recommended equipment in removing the infected pulp, cleaning and disinfecting the area through a painless process.