Endodontics is the specialty dealing with diseases of the pulp (the tooth's nerve-vessel bundle) and root canals. Its best-known procedure is root canal treatment.
The goal is to save a tooth with an affected nerve instead of extracting it: inflamed tissue is removed, the canals are shaped and filled, and the tooth returns to function.
This content is for information only; always consult your dentist for diagnosis and treatment.
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Root Canal Treatment