PatientFYI – The purpose of Root Canal Therapy to provide a reatment where the tissues that surround a tooth’s root will maintain a healthy status despite the fact that the tooth’s nerve has undergone degenerative changes. Specifically, we mean that the tissues surrounding a tooth’s root are not affected by bacterial infections and/or irritating substances leaking from those inner aspects of the tooth originally occupied by the tooth’s nerve tissue.

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The idea behind having root canal treatment is that it provides the bulk of the clean up work for your body. It removes bacteria and tissue irritants that are present inside the tooth, especially those in the locations where your body would have the most trouble combating them. Once root canal treatment has been completed it provides your body with an environment where its able to clear away any residual bacteria that may still be present, for complete healing.

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