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Root Canal Treatment In Boca Raton
Toothaches serve as a stark reminder that teeth are not just hard pieces of tissue in our gums. They are complex structures with layers of hard substances covering a sensitive core. Inside each tooth, a network of nerves and blood vessels provides nourishment and feeling. When the tooth is healthy, we are unaware of this intricate system at work.
However, pain quickly changes our perception in any part of the body. Tooth pain, in particular, can be distressing as it signals that something is wrong. Pain indicates that the nerves and vessels inside the tooth are being irritated, damaged, or threatened.
A deep cavity or crack in a tooth can allow bacteria to reach the inner nerve bundle, causing stress and potential infection in the jaw. If Dr. Rizvi finds that the nerve cannot recover or an infection is present, a root canal treatment may be recommended.
Modern anaesthetics are used to numb the area for the gentle removal of the inflamed nerve inside the tooth. The nerve canal is disinfected, shaped carefully, and filled with a sealer. A filling or crown is then placed over the tooth to restore it to its original condition.
But Are They Safe?
Despite ongoing circulation of internet articles claiming negative health effects from root canals, extensive research has consistently proven otherwise. Many of these claims are based on outdated, unproven theories that have long been discredited by reputable sources and unbiased research. One particular Facebook article that spreads misinformation relies on a century-old study that has been disregarded for years.
Professional organizations, such as the American Association of Endodontists, regularly review research from around the world and unequivocally support the safety and effectiveness of root canal treatment. Advances in techniques and materials have made the procedure even more successful, but older methods still have a proven track record of saving millions of damaged teeth.
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