When Is Root Canal Treatment Needed?
Root canal treatment may be considered when the soft tissue inside the tooth, the pulp, becomes inflamed or infected. Symptoms can point to a problem, but only a dental examination and appropriate X-rays can confirm whether RCT is needed.
- •Persistent toothache or throbbing pain
- •Prolonged sensitivity to hot or cold
- •Deep decay that has reached the pulp
- •Cracked, fractured, or damaged tooth structure
- •Swelling, gum tenderness, or signs of infection near the tooth
- •Discomfort when biting or chewing