1. What is RCT?

Root Canal Treatment (RCT), also known as endodontic treatment, is a dental procedure that saves a tooth from extraction by removing the infected or damaged pulp, cleaning and disinfecting the root canals, and filling them with a biocompatible material.

Here's a more detailed breakdown of the RCT procedure:

1. Diagnosis and Planning:

  • X-rays:

Your dentist will take X-rays to assess the extent of the damage to the tooth and determine if RCT is the right treatment option.

  • Anesthesia:

Local anesthesia is used to numb the area around the tooth, ensuring a comfortable experience during the procedure.

  • Dental Dam:

A rubber-like sheet called a dental dam is placed around the tooth to keep it clean, dry, and free of saliva during the procedure.

2. Access and Pulp Removal:

  • Access Opening:

The dentist creates an opening in the tooth's crown to access the pulp chamber and root canals.

  • Pulp Removal:

Using small dental instruments, the infected or diseased pulp (nerves, blood vessels, and tissues) is removed from the pulp chamber and root canals.

3. Cleaning and Shaping:

  • Cleaning and Disinfection: The pulp chamber and root canals are thoroughly cleaned and disinfected with special instruments and solutions.
  • Shaping: The root canals are shaped to accommodate the filling material.

4. Filling and Sealing:

  • Filling: The cleaned and shaped root canals are filled with a biocompatible material, typically gutta-percha, a rubber-like substance.
  • Sealing: The root canals are sealed with adhesive cement to prevent future infections.
  • Temporary Filling: A temporary filling is placed to close the opening in the tooth's crown.

5. Restoration:

  • Permanent Filling or Crown:

In most cases, a permanent filling or a crown is placed on the treated tooth to restore its function and appearance.

  • Follow-up:

Regular follow-up appointments are necessary to ensure the success of the treatment and maintain good oral hygiene.

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