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Root canal treatment may be required when the tooth’s blood vessels and nerves are infected and are threatening loss of the tooth. The root canal can get infected for a number of reasons including tooth decay, gum disease and injury, all of which can destroy nerves and blood vessels.

Infected root canal symptoms include:

• Pain when biting and chewing
• Sensitivity to hot and cold drinks
• Unusual facial swelling
• Pus surrounding the affected tooth

The root canal process involves removing all infection from the pulp of the tooth. The pulp (root) is cleaned and filled with a rubber sealant to prevent any further disease. The treatment may take two or three visits to the dentist to ensure the health of your original tooth.