Root Canal

Root canal treatment is applied to clean the decay or infection that occurs in the root canal and to repair the tooth. When the pulp is infected, the pulp in the canal is removed and the formed cavity is thoroughly disinfected. Then the gap is filled and closed to prevent re-contamination of bacteria.

Root canal treatment is one of the most frequently recommended treatment methods. There is no need to worry about the root canal treatment process, which provides very successful results in terms of removing dental problems and repairing the tooth.

 

How is the Root Canal Treatment Done? 

In root canal treatment, the part of the tooth called pulp is removed. Removal of this soft tissue does not have a negative effect on dental health. Since the other tissues around the tooth continue to nourish the tooth even when the pulp is removed, the pulp part is removed, aiming to protect the natural tooth instead of extracting it.

Although there is a common belief that root canal treatment is a painful treatment method, there is no pain that requires concern during the treatment process led by a specialist dentist. Root canal treatment is a fast and effective treatment method according to many procedures. In general, the procedure performed under the effect of local anesthesia makes it possible to reach the infected pulp with the hole opened in the tooth. Thus, after the pulp is removed together with the inflammatory bacteria, the tooth is closed or a temporary filling is performed by placing a drug into the tooth according to the size of the infection.

At the end of the treatment, the teeth are filled and thus the formation and accumulation of new bacteria is prevented. In some cases, restoration of the teeth may be required after root canal treatment.

What are the advantages of root canal treatment?

Root canal treatment has advantages in many aspects. Among them:

• Repairing the tooth instead of pulling,
• Preservation of natural tooth appearance,
• Prevention of damage to neighboring teeth,
• There are reasons such as the natural tooth regaining its old performance after the treatment.

 

Is root canal treatment a painful application?

Although there is a common belief that root canal treatment is a painful treatment method, this treatment method is equivalent to procedures such as pulling teeth or filling. Procedures performed under local anesthesia can be easily performed even in patients with low pain threshold. Even if a non-serious discomfort occurs after local anesthesia, it never causes a painful and painful process as feared.

 

What should be considered after root canal treatment?

The success of the root canal treatment process also depends on the measures the patient will take to protect the tooth. The patient should avoid using his teeth as much as possible. Since there is no treatment that affects daily life negatively, patients can continue their lives within a few hours after the application. Nevertheless, consuming food and beverages should not be started immediately after treatment and food and beverages that may cause sensitivity and strain in the teeth should be avoided for at least 2 - 3 days. In addition to all these precautions, it is essential to pay attention to oral and dental health and to brush the teeth in the recommended manner and frequency. Likewise, dental health should be supported with dental floss and mouthwash.

 

What are the symptoms of root canal treatment?

If the symptoms listed below are observed, it is necessary to visit the dentist as soon as possible, considering that root canal treatment may be required:

• Appearance disorders and blisters in the gums,
• Gums that tend to swell or bleed immediately,
• Fractures that disrupt the tooth structure
• Discomfort that develops due to sensitivity in teeth is among the most common symptoms.

 

What is the root canal treatment price range?

It is not possible to give an exact figure as a canal treatment price range. The price of root canal treatment may vary depending on factors such as the extent of the damage to the tooth and which tooth should be intervened.

The most important advantage of root canal treatment is that it is a method for protecting natural teeth. For this reason, root canal treatment is a more affordable and practical alternative, considering the need for tooth extraction and subsequent application of a bridge or implant to the cavity formed in order to maintain oral health and function. Root canal treatment, which helps to protect the natural tooth by providing results in a short time, is among the most recommended methods in many respects.