The dental procedure commences with the application of local anesthesia through precise injections to numb both the gums and the tooth's root.
Following the numbing and dental dam placement, the dentist proceeds by carefully drilling into the tooth to access both the root canals and pulp chamber.
After cleaning and disinfecting, the dentist shapes the root canals with precision instruments, ensuring they are properly contoured for the subsequent filling.
To fill the canals, the dentist utilizes gutta-percha, a rubber-like material. This substance is inserted into the canals and then heated.
In addition, the dentist seals the access hole created to reach the canals, using a filling to prevent bacterial entry into the tooth.
For back teeth or those with substantial damage, a follow-up appointment is necessary for the placement of a crown after the root canal.