{"id":3879,"date":"2023-01-23T15:30:05","date_gmt":"2023-01-23T14:30:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/swedishdental.com.linux13.curanetserver.dk\/?page_id=3879"},"modified":"2024-11-29T10:10:11","modified_gmt":"2024-11-29T09:10:11","slug":"root-canal-treatment","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/swedishdental.com\/en\/treatments\/root-canal-treatment\/","title":{"rendered":"Root canal treatment"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-2 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background fusion-parallax-fixed nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" 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canal treatment<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-3 fusion_builder_column_1_2 1_2 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:50%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:3.84%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:3.84%;--awb-width-medium:50%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:3.84%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:3.84%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-sharing-box fusion-sharing-box-1 has-taglines layout-floated layout-medium-floated layout-small-stacked\" 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This is a very common endodontic treatment that dentists prescribe all the time, and most have extensive experience performing.\r\nRoot canal treatment is\" data-link=\"https:\/\/swedishdental.com\/en\/treatments\/root-canal-treatment\/\"><h4 class=\"tagline\" style=\"color:var(--awb-custom_color_1);font-family:var(--awb-custom_typography_1-font-family);font-weight:var(--awb-custom_typography_1-font-weight);font-style:var(--awb-custom_typography_1-font-style);font-size:var(--awb-custom_typography_1-font-size);line-height:var(--awb-custom_typography_1-line-height);letter-spacing:var(--awb-custom_typography_1-letter-spacing);text-transform:var(--awb-custom_typography_1-text-transform);\">Dela denna sida<\/h4><div class=\"fusion-social-networks sharingbox-shortcode-icon-wrapper sharingbox-shortcode-icon-wrapper-1\"><span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fswedishdental.com%2Fen%2Ftreatments%2Froot-canal-treatment%2F&amp;t=Root%20canal%20treatment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer\" title=\"Facebook\" aria-label=\"Facebook\" data-placement=\"top\" data-toggle=\"tooltip\" data-title=\"Facebook\"><i class=\"fusion-social-network-icon fusion-tooltip fusion-facebook awb-icon-facebook\" style=\"color:#3b5998;\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><span class=\"sharingbox-shortcode-icon-separator\"><\/span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/api.whatsapp.com\/send?text=https%3A%2F%2Fswedishdental.com%2Fen%2Ftreatments%2Froot-canal-treatment%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"WhatsApp\" aria-label=\"WhatsApp\" data-placement=\"top\" data-toggle=\"tooltip\" data-title=\"WhatsApp\"><i class=\"fusion-social-network-icon fusion-tooltip fusion-whatsapp awb-icon-whatsapp\" style=\"color:#77e878;\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><span class=\"sharingbox-shortcode-icon-separator\"><\/span><span><a href=\"mailto:?subject=Root%20canal%20treatment&amp;body=https%3A%2F%2Fswedishdental.com%2Fen%2Ftreatments%2Froot-canal-treatment%2F\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Email\" aria-label=\"Email\" data-placement=\"top\" data-toggle=\"tooltip\" data-title=\"Email\"><i class=\"fusion-social-network-icon fusion-tooltip fusion-mail awb-icon-mail\" style=\"color:#000000;\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-4 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-bottom:3vh;--awb-margin-bottom:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1560px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-4 fusion_builder_column_1_2 1_2 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:50%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:3.84%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:3.84%;--awb-width-medium:50%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:3.84%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:3.84%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><p>Each year, millions of teeth are treated and saved from disease and damage through the process of a root canal treatment. This is a very common endodontic treatment that dentists prescribe all the time, and most have extensive experience performing.<\/p>\n<p>Root canal treatment is one of the most efficient ways to make teeth healthy and to relieve pain. While it is still a serious procedure, many people undergo this treatment every day.<\/p>\n<div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-builder-row-inner fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"--awb-flex-grow:0;--awb-flex-grow-medium:0;--awb-flex-grow-small:0;--awb-flex-shrink:0;--awb-flex-shrink-medium:0;--awb-flex-shrink-small:0;width:104% !important;max-width:104% !important;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column_inner fusion-builder-nested-column-0 fusion_builder_column_inner_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:30px;--awb-padding-right:30px;--awb-padding-left:30px;--awb-bg-color:rgba(188,228,237,0.2);--awb-bg-color-hover:rgba(188,228,237,0.2);--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-center fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-3 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h3 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;text-transform:none;--fontSize:25.2;--minFontSize:25.2;line-height:1.21;\">Do you have acute or severe pain?<br \/>\nOn the first visit, we often treat the symptom and relieve your pain.<\/h3><\/div><div ><a class=\"fusion-button button-flat fusion-button-default-size button-default fusion-button-default button-1 fusion-button-default-span fusion-button-default-type\" style=\"--awb-margin-top:30px;--awb-margin-bottom:30px;\" target=\"_self\" href=\"https:\/\/www.swedishdental.com\/en\/contact\/\"><span class=\"fusion-button-text awb-button__text awb-button__text--default\">Contact us for help<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-3\"><p>Here are some of the facts you should know about root canals:<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-4 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:32.4;line-height:1.44;\">What is a root canal?<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-4\"><p>Root Canal Treatment (RCT), also known as endodontic treatment, describes procedures that treat the nerve of a tooth. Keep in mind that all tooth \u2018roots\u2019 have at least one canal, and sometimes more than that.<\/p>\n<p>Root canals are typically performed by specialized dentists, called \u2018endodontists,\u2019 who are trained specifically to perform root canal treatments.<\/p>\n<p>Inside teeth and surrounding teeth, there is a soft tissue called \u2018pulp.\u2019 This tissue contains blood vessels, nerves, and connective tissue. These chambers can become infected with bacteria and a root canal removes that bacteria.<\/p>\n<p>When someone has a root canal, the dental pulp is removed and the chambers of the teeth are filled and then sealed to guard against any future bacterial infections. Root canals work similarly to routine fillings. This treatment is also very effective in preserving the natural tooth to avoid dental implants. Root canals also help with:<\/p>\n<\/div><ul style=\"--awb-iconcolor:var(--awb-custom_color_5);--awb-line-height:30.6px;--awb-icon-width:30.6px;--awb-icon-height:30.6px;--awb-icon-margin:12.6px;--awb-content-margin:43.2px;\" class=\"fusion-checklist fusion-checklist-1 fusion-checklist-default type-icons\"><li class=\"fusion-li-item\" style=\"\"><span class=\"icon-wrapper circle-no\"><i class=\"fusion-li-icon awb-icon-check\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">Easier chewing<\/div><\/li><li class=\"fusion-li-item\" style=\"\"><span class=\"icon-wrapper circle-no\"><i class=\"fusion-li-icon awb-icon-check\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">Your Content Goes Here<\/div><\/li><li class=\"fusion-li-item\" style=\"\"><span class=\"icon-wrapper circle-no\"><i class=\"fusion-li-icon awb-icon-check\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">Better natural appearance<\/div><\/li><li class=\"fusion-li-item\" style=\"\"><span class=\"icon-wrapper circle-no\"><i class=\"fusion-li-icon awb-icon-check\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">Normal biting force<\/div><\/li><li class=\"fusion-li-item\" style=\"\"><span class=\"icon-wrapper circle-no\"><i class=\"fusion-li-icon awb-icon-check\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">Protection of other teeth<\/div><\/li><\/ul><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-5 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top:30px;--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:32.4;line-height:1.44;\">When does someone need a root canal?<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-5\"><p>When a hole in the tooth has gotten to the point where the bacteria spreads to the dental pulp then a root canal is required. When left untreated, the infected dental pulp can start to negatively affect the jawbone, cause pain, and even lead to an abscess. Here are some of the common causes of needing a root canal:<\/p>\n<\/div><ul style=\"--awb-iconcolor:var(--awb-custom_color_5);--awb-line-height:30.6px;--awb-icon-width:30.6px;--awb-icon-height:30.6px;--awb-icon-margin:12.6px;--awb-content-margin:43.2px;\" class=\"fusion-checklist fusion-checklist-2 fusion-checklist-default type-icons\"><li class=\"fusion-li-item\" style=\"\"><span class=\"icon-wrapper circle-no\"><i class=\"fusion-li-icon awb-icon-check\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">When pulp becomes infected from deep decay<\/div><\/li><li class=\"fusion-li-item\" style=\"\"><span class=\"icon-wrapper circle-no\"><i class=\"fusion-li-icon awb-icon-check\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">Repeated dental procedures and exposure<\/div><\/li><li class=\"fusion-li-item\" style=\"\"><span class=\"icon-wrapper circle-no\"><i class=\"fusion-li-icon awb-icon-check\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">Genetics<\/div><\/li><li class=\"fusion-li-item\" style=\"\"><span class=\"icon-wrapper circle-no\"><i class=\"fusion-li-icon awb-icon-check\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">Faulty crown<\/div><\/li><li class=\"fusion-li-item\" style=\"\"><span class=\"icon-wrapper circle-no\"><i class=\"fusion-li-icon awb-icon-check\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">A crack or chip in the tooth<\/div><\/li><\/ul><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-6\" style=\"--awb-margin-top:20px;\"><p>Additionally, here are some of the signs and root canal symptoms that indicate you may need a root canal:<\/p>\n<\/div><ul style=\"--awb-iconcolor:var(--awb-custom_color_5);--awb-line-height:30.6px;--awb-icon-width:30.6px;--awb-icon-height:30.6px;--awb-icon-margin:12.6px;--awb-content-margin:43.2px;\" class=\"fusion-checklist fusion-checklist-3 fusion-checklist-default type-icons\"><li class=\"fusion-li-item\" style=\"\"><span class=\"icon-wrapper circle-no\"><i class=\"fusion-li-icon awb-icon-check\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">Sensitivity to hot and cold sensations<\/div><\/li><li class=\"fusion-li-item\" style=\"\"><span class=\"icon-wrapper circle-no\"><i class=\"fusion-li-icon awb-icon-check\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">Intense pain from chewing and biting<\/div><\/li><li class=\"fusion-li-item\" style=\"\"><span class=\"icon-wrapper circle-no\"><i class=\"fusion-li-icon awb-icon-check\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">A chipped or cracked tooth<\/div><\/li><li class=\"fusion-li-item\" style=\"\"><span class=\"icon-wrapper circle-no\"><i class=\"fusion-li-icon awb-icon-check\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">Swollen and tender gums<\/div><\/li><li class=\"fusion-li-item\" style=\"\"><span class=\"icon-wrapper circle-no\"><i class=\"fusion-li-icon awb-icon-check\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">Darkening of gums or visible decay<\/div><\/li><li class=\"fusion-li-item\" style=\"\"><span class=\"icon-wrapper circle-no\"><i class=\"fusion-li-icon awb-icon-check\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">Pimples and inflammation on the gums<\/div><\/li><\/ul><div ><a class=\"fusion-button button-flat fusion-button-default-size button-default fusion-button-default button-2 fusion-button-default-span fusion-button-default-type\" style=\"--awb-margin-bottom:40px;\" target=\"_self\" href=\"https:\/\/www.swedishdental.com\/en\/contact\/\"><span class=\"fusion-button-text awb-button__text awb-button__text--default\">Book your appointment today<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-5 fusion_builder_column_1_2 1_2 fusion-flex-column\" 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srcset=\"https:\/\/swedishdental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/rodbehandling-200x113.jpg 200w, https:\/\/swedishdental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/rodbehandling-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/swedishdental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/rodbehandling-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/swedishdental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/rodbehandling-800x450.jpg 800w, https:\/\/swedishdental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/rodbehandling-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/swedishdental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/rodbehandling.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-6 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:32.4;line-height:1.44;\">Root canal treatment procedure steps<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-7\"><p>To get a more detailed view of what the root canal treatment is like, here are the steps from beginning to end:<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-7 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h3 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:25.2;--minFontSize:25.2;line-height:1.21;\">Step 1<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-8\"><p>The dentist administers local anesthesia via injection to numb the tooth and surrounding gum tissue. In some instances, the dentist will place a \u2018dental dam\u2019 which is a thin sheet of rubber over the affected tooth to keep the area clean and dry.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-8 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h3 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:25.2;--minFontSize:25.2;line-height:1.21;\">Step 2<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-9\"><p>Tools are used to drill a hole in the tooth so there is an opening at the top. The infected and\/or dead pulp is cleaned out using special tools and the dentist might also put an antimicrobial solution in the chamber and canal to clear out any remaining bacteria.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-9 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h3 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:25.2;--minFontSize:25.2;line-height:1.21;\">Step 3<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-10\"><p>When the chamber and canal is completely cleaned and dried, it is then ready to be filled. The filling is made of a material similar to rubber called \u201cgutta-percha.\u201d The tooth is then given a temporary filling while a permanent crown or other filling is made.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-10 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h3 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:25.2;--minFontSize:25.2;line-height:1.21;\">Step 4<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-11\"><p>The dentist might give specific instructions on how to care for the tooth post-root canal treatment. Make sure to follow the steps they give precisely. You might also be prescribed antibacterial medication to eliminate any further possibility of infection.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-image-element fusion-image-align-center in-legacy-container\" style=\"text-align:center;--awb-aspect-ratio: 100 \/ 95;--awb-object-position:62% 45%;--awb-margin-bottom:30px;--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><div class=\"imageframe-align-center\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-2 hover-type-zoomin has-aspect-ratio\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" title=\"doctors_computer-1024&#215;683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.swedishdental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/doctors_computer-1024x683-1.jpeg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-3793 img-with-aspect-ratio\" data-parent-fit=\"cover\" data-parent-container=\".fusion-image-element\" alt srcset=\"https:\/\/swedishdental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/doctors_computer-1024x683-1-200x133.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/swedishdental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/doctors_computer-1024x683-1-400x267.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/swedishdental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/doctors_computer-1024x683-1-600x400.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/swedishdental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/doctors_computer-1024x683-1-800x534.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/swedishdental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/doctors_computer-1024x683-1.jpeg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-5 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1560px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-6 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-block\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-11 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:32.4;line-height:1.44;\">Root canal FAQ<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-12\"><p>Here are some frequently asked questions in regard to root canals:<\/p>\n<\/div><ul style=\"--awb-iconcolor:var(--awb-custom_color_5);--awb-line-height:30.6px;--awb-icon-width:30.6px;--awb-icon-height:30.6px;--awb-icon-margin:12.6px;--awb-content-margin:43.2px;\" class=\"fusion-checklist fusion-checklist-4 fusion-checklist-default type-icons\"><li class=\"fusion-li-item\" style=\"\"><span class=\"icon-wrapper circle-no\"><i class=\"fusion-li-icon awb-icon-check\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\n<div><b>How much does a root canal cost? <\/b><\/div>\n<div>\n<p>The price of a root canal treatment will vary based on how complicated the tooth and the infected area is. However, most should be fully covered by insurance.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/li><li class=\"fusion-li-item\" style=\"\"><span class=\"icon-wrapper circle-no\"><i class=\"fusion-li-icon awb-icon-check\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\n<div><b>Can I go back to daily life after a root canal? <\/b><\/div>\n<div>\n<p>You will likely still have numbness in your mouth for a few hours once the root canal treatment is complete. It is advised that patients not eat anything until the numbness goes away, but other than that it is normally fine to go back and resume school or work after.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/li><li class=\"fusion-li-item\" style=\"\"><span class=\"icon-wrapper circle-no\"><i class=\"fusion-li-icon awb-icon-check\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\n<div><b>Does getting a root canal hurt? <\/b><\/div>\n<div>\n<p>Because patients are given anesthesia, the root canal treatment shouldn\u2019t be too painful, although, there will likely be some mild discomfort for a couple of days following the procedure.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/li><li class=\"fusion-li-item\" style=\"\"><span class=\"icon-wrapper circle-no\"><i class=\"fusion-li-icon awb-icon-check\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\n<div><b>Can a root canal become infected? <\/b><\/div>\n<div>\n<p>Sometimes when a root canal is not able to fully heal, it can become infected which warrants a return trip to the dentist. 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