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Steps to a Root Canal

1. An x-ray is always done to check the extent of the infection and to see the entire tooth and root area.
2. Local anesthesia is applied to keep the patient comfortable during the process.
3. Rubber sheeting is placed around the tooth to keep it dry. A rubber guard keeps saliva away from the tooth that is being worked on to ensure safety.
4. The dentist creates an opening in the tooth that allows them to clean the inside of the tooth. If the tooth is going to be kept and restored (rather than removed), the infection is removed and the inside of the tooth is cleaned.
5. After cleaning and shaping the inside, a special type of filling is done. Filling the space where the tooth pulp was removed helps to prevent reinfection and also helps strengthen the tooth.
6. Sometimes a post is used to give the tooth additional support. If enough original tooth structure is not present to support a final renewal, a post may be necessary.
7. A crown is used to complete the restoration.

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