Endodontics in Kenitra
Root canal treatment to save teeth
Endodontics, or root canal treatment, treats the inside of a tooth when the nerve is inflamed or infected. It lets you keep the tooth instead of having it extracted. At Centre Dentaire Maamora in Kenitra, this care is provided by Dr. Baroud, who holds a university diploma in clinical endodontics.
When to see us
- Sharp or throbbing pain, especially at night
- Lingering sensitivity to hot or cold
- Swelling or a small bump on the gum
- A tooth that has darkened after a knock
How the treatment works
- Exam and X-ray to confirm the diagnosis
- Local anaesthesia and isolating the tooth
- Cleaning, disinfecting and shaping the root canals
- Sealing the canals, then rebuilding the tooth
Duration and number of visits
Root canal treatment takes one or two sessions of about an hour. A crown is often recommended afterwards to protect back teeth.
After the treatment
- Some tenderness when chewing is possible for a few days
- Avoid chewing on that side until the final restoration
- Come back for the crown if one is planned: a treated tooth is more fragile
Frequently asked questions
Does a root canal hurt?
It is done under local anaesthesia and actually relieves the pain caused by the infected nerve. Mild discomfort may follow for a few days.
Why not just pull the tooth?
Keeping your natural tooth avoids having to replace it with an implant or bridge and keeps your bite balanced.
Will I need a crown afterwards?
Often for molars and premolars, because a treated tooth becomes more fragile. Dr. Baroud will advise what suits your tooth.