Root Canal Treatment (RCT)

Root Canal Treatment (RCT) Root Canal Treatment (RCT) is generally considered to be the most effective way to remove inflammation and infection in the root canals (Stages 4 & 5).  There are essentially 2 steps in RCT Cleaning & Shaping of root canals: This helps to clear up the infection inside the roots of the…

When kids need a Stainless Steel crown on milk teeth

When kids need a Stainless Steel crown on milk teeth Stainless steel crowns are used commonly for repairing and preserving severely damaged and decayed milk teeth. They have advantages of low cost, reliability, and durability. Stainless Steel Crowns are required in some situations – After pulp therapy High chances of restoration failure, e.g. caries on…

Structure of Tooth

Structure of tooth Tooth has two parts:  Crown: Visible in mouth. It is covered by protective outer covering called enamel which is the hardest tissue of the body. Enamel is insensitive to outside stimulus. Root: Embedded into jaw bone with gums on outside. It is covered by cementum. Root is attached to the bone with…