A root canal removes the infected or damaged pulp (nerve) from the inside of a tooth. When the pulp becomes infected due to deep decay, cracks, or trauma, it can cause pain, swelling, and other complications. Without treatment, the infection can spread throughout the mouth. Eventually, it may reach other parts of your body. During a root canal procedure, our dentist will numb the affected tooth and remove the infected pulp using specialized tools. They clean the inside of the tooth and disinfect it to remove any remaining bacteria. Finally, we fill the tooth with a special material to prevent further infection and restored it with a crown or filling to protect it from further damage.