Root canal treatments (RCT), also known as endodontic treatments, are common dental procedures used to treat infections in the root canal system of a tooth. These infections are caused by bacteria that live in the mouth and penetrate teeth due to decay, leaky fillings, or trauma.
These kinds of infections can be very painful, but root canal treatment is a straightforward way of relieving this pain - often without the need for tooth extraction - helping get you back on track quickly.