Root canal treatment is done to save a tooth that is severely decayed or infected. In this procedure, nerves and blood vessels present in the pulp of the tooth are removed, and the pulp chamber is filled with a biocompatible material.
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Is a crown necessary for me after a root canal treatment?
Query: Hello doctor, A portion of right lower number 7 tooth chipped off (the light cured section was done two years back) along with partial silver filling done in that tooth during taking food. The dentist took an X-ray and suggested RCT with a crown. I have started the RCT but she has said that the RCT... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your first concern is regarding the number of days of your RCT. RCT can be done in a single session or 2 or 3 sittings depending upon the severity of your case. If there is severe pain or infection, the dentist may have to delay for treatment for 3 or 4 sittings. You shou... Read Full »