Dr Stander Matharu is a root canal specialist woking at Endocare in Harley Street (W1) - Endodontist London.
Beneath the white enamel or your teeth and the dentin layer, there is soft tissue called the pulp. The pulp is made up of blood vessels, nerves and connective tissues, which can become inflamed or infected. This could result from bacteria, tooth decay or traumatic injury. Therefore, a root canal procedure involves the cleaning of the pulp. Symptoms that may precede root canal treatment include pain when eating or chewing, swollen gums, facial swelling, or the tooth may darken in colour. If you are concerned about your dental health, or are experiencing the symptoms described here, make an appointment with Dr Satinder Matharu: https://www.topdoctors.co.uk/doctor/satinder-matharu
Root canal treatment begins with an X-ray scan, and sometimes a CT scan, to assess what work needs to be done. Next, the tooth and surrounding area is numbed with a local anaesthetic. Once numbed, the tooth is covered with a rubber sheet to keep the area as sterile as possible and a small hole is made on the surface of the tooth. Through this hole, the dentist has access to the pulp of the tooth, allowing the root canal system to be cleaned out. To find out more about root canal treatment, visit Dr Satinder Matharu’s profile here: https://www.topdoctors.co.uk/doctor/satinder-matharu
The best, and most obvious way of avoiding root canal treatment is to look after your teeth and oral hygiene. You can do this by having regular 6-monthly check-ups with your dentist, and by avoiding sugary foods and drinks. It is also important to make sure that any chipped fillings are dealt with, as well as leaking crowns. Learn more about oral and hygiene and root canal treatment by visiting Dr Satinder Matharu’s profile here: https://www.topdoctors.co.uk/doctor/satinder-matharu
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