What is Root Canal Treatment?
Root canal treatment, or RCT, is a procedure used to save a tooth that is badly decayed or infected. Inside every tooth is soft tissue called pulp, which contains nerves and blood vessels. When this pulp becomes infected due to deep decay, cracks, or repeated procedures, it can cause severe pain and swelling. RCT removes the infected pulp, cleans the inner canals, fills them with a safe material, and seals the tooth. A crown is usually placed afterward to protect the tooth and restore its strength.
