« If you’ve been in pain from the infection your dentist will likely have prescribed antibiotics to take before your appointment.
*Take as directed otherwise the local anesthetic (freezing) may not be as effective.
« At the start of your appointment the tooth will be frozen. First a topical gel then local anesthesia
« Once the numbness can be felt the Dentist will use a drill followed by specialized tools to clean out the infection and inside tissues of the tooth. Medicine is packed into the opening then sealed with a temporary filling. The Dr will advise you on how long to wait before booking the second appointment.
« when you come for the second appointment the Dentist will numb the tooth just like the first time. The canal(s) will be cleaned out then filled with a material to seal off and keep bacteria out.
« a crown is usually recommended after the root canal is complete
