Root Canal
The term "root canal" is often referred to the dental procedure
"root canal therapy" or RCT
Acid formed by bacteria in the mouth can cause tooth decay over
time. If decay reaches far enough, a root canal may be necessary.
The space inside the tooth from the center, known as the pulp
chamber, travelling down the length of the root to the tip or apex
is called a canal; more specifically a root canal. Human teeth may
have 1 to 4 root canals depending on the anatomy of the tooth.
Molars may have 2 to 4 canals, premolars may have 1 to 2 canals,
cuspids may have 1 to 2 canals, and finally incisors generally have
1 canal. Extra canals may branch out from the main canal, called
accessory canals. The anatomy and morphology of the root canal
within each tooth may vary significantly.
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| Cavity & Abscess | Pulp Removal |
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| Sterilization & Filling | Adding a Crown |