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Which conditions of tooth require root canal treatment. When does a doctor decide for root canal treatment
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When the decay reached the third layer of pulp that’s when you have to go for rct
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Whenever in a patient, pulp is exposed to infection as seen under a x-ray, we are generally required to perform a root canal treatment.
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usually a condition where the inner most part of tooth called pulp shows involvement by different reasons like decay or fracture of tooth etc.
needs root canal treatment .
dentist can decide about root canal treatment with clinical examination and xrays .
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visit a dentist.
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There are quite a few indications for a root canal treatment
A deeply decayed tooth
Fractured tooth
Attrited tooth
A condition where in there's pain or infection and inflammation and many other reasons.
Next Steps
If you are advised for a root canal treatment, donot delay...it could become worst
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Take care.
maintain hygiene and brush twice
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