How long does it take to recover from a root canal

Root canal treatment (endodontics) is a dental procedure used to treat infection at the centre of a tooth.

Root canal treatment is not painful and can save a tooth that might otherwise have to be removed completely.

Why it's needed

The infection at the centre of a tooth (the root canal) is caused by bacteria that live in the mouth and invade the tooth.

This can happen after:

• tooth decay
• leaky fillings
• damage to teeth as a result of trauma, such as a fall

Tooth structure 

A tooth is made up of 2 parts.

The crown is the top part of the tooth that's visible in the mouth.

The root extends into the bone of the jaw, anchoring the tooth in position.

Teeth also consist of:

• enamel – the hard outer coating
• dentine – a softer material that supports the enamel and forms most of the tooth
• cementum – a hard material that coats the root's surface
• dental pulp – the soft tissue at the centre of the tooth

The root canal system contains the dental pulp and extends from the crown of the tooth to the end of the root.

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