Teeth Health:Endodontic Therapies:Root Canel : Getting the Tooth Ready

Getting the Tooth Ready 

Either your dentist or a member of your dentist's staff will place a rubber sheet called a Rubber Dam around the injured tooth. A couple of small clamps will hold the Rubber Dam in place and make it easier for your dentist or endodontist to work, and more comfortable for you. You may receive anesthetic (or "freezing"). Once the tooth is isolated with the Rubber Dam, your dentist or Endodontist will make an opening into the tooth to remove the damaged pulp.