Root canal treatment, also known as endodontic therapy, is a dental procedure used to treat infection or inflammation inside a tooth. It is performed to save a severely decayed or infected tooth and avoid extraction.
Purpose of Root Canal Treatment:
To eliminate infection from the root canal system.
To relieve pain caused by inflammation or abscess.
To preserve the natural tooth.
Benefits:
Saves the natural tooth.
Prevents the spread of infection.
Restores normal chewing and biting.