Root Canal Treatment. Can it be pain free? YES!
FILLINGS FOR TEETH AND ROOT CANALS What happens when you have a cavity? When tooth decay is limited there is NO PAIN. All decay starts on the enamel. Sealants can be applied to reduce the acid attack on the teeth. If detected early, these can be very well managed by removing the decayed portion and filling it with tooth-colored composite resin restorations. Remember that even at a relatively late stage, when the tooth is broken / decayed badly it can built back to its original form. Glass Ionomer Cement : This is used for small restorations, especially in primary (milk) teeth in children, mostly for economic reasons. Composites : Composite resins attach themselves to the tooth by a chemical reaction. The biggest advantage is that they can be made to ‘match’ the tooth with the appropriate shade. Dental Pain occurs when the complex supply of blood vessels and nerves (the Pulp) is affected by bacteria as they burrow into the tooth layers (Enamel and Dentin) along with their