What are the reasons for getting a root canal?

Root canal treatment saves teeth that would otherwise have been extracted.

Saving the natural tooth with root canal treatment has many advantages:

• Efficient chewing

• Normal biting force and sensation

• Natural appearance

• Protects other teeth from excessive wear

After root canal treatment, a crown is recommended.  A root canal treated tooth can function normally and can be maintained with routine dental care and oral hygiene measures.