root canal
A 'root canal' can refer to both a part of a tooth and a dental procedure to treat issues within that part.
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Definition
C1Anatomy
(technical)The hollow section within the root of a tooth that houses the nerve, blood vessels, and dental pulp.
Example
- The dentist examined the root canal to determine the cause of the patient's tooth pain.
B2Dentistry
(technical)A dental procedure to remove infected or damaged pulp from within a tooth, clean the canal, and seal it to prevent further infection.
Example
- She had to undergo a root canal to save her infected tooth.