What is Root Canal Treatment?

The Most Effective Way to Save Your Tooth

Toothache is often one of the complaints that most challenges daily life. When the pulp (nerve and vascular tissue) located inside the tooth is damaged due to decay, infection, or trauma, the most effective way to save the tooth instead of extraction is root canal treatment.

Thanks to root canal treatment, the tooth preserves its functional structure, continues its chewing function, and remains healthily in the mouth for many years.

What is Root Canal Treatment?

Root canal treatment is the process of removing the infected or damaged pulp tissue from the inside of the tooth, sterilizing the canal space, and filling it with special materials. In this way, the pain is eliminated, and there is no need for tooth extraction.

If left untreated, this infection can spread from the tooth root to the jawbone and lead to more serious health problems. Root canal treatment is the safest way to maintain oral health without losing the tooth.

Advantages of Root Canal Treatment

• Preserves the Natural Tooth: Keeps the tooth in the mouth instead of extraction.

• It is Painless: With modern anesthesia techniques, it is generally a completely painless process.

• It is Long-Lasting: The tooth can be used for many years with the filling or crown applied after treatment.

• Provides Functional Benefit: It continues its natural function in terms of chewing, speech, and aesthetics.

• Prevents Infection: The spread of inflammation is prevented by cleaning the infected tissue.

How is Root Canal Treatment Performed?

• Initial Examination and X-ray: The condition of the tooth is evaluated, and the extent of the infection is determined by X-ray.

• Removal of the Pulp: The infected or damaged nerve tissue is removed from inside the tooth.

• Cleaning and Shaping: The canal space is sterilized and shaped with special instruments.

• Filling: The canal is sealed by filling it with biocompatible materials.

• Restoration: After the procedure, the tooth is strengthened with a filling or crown and restored to its natural appearance.

Who is it Suitable For?

• Those with advanced decay

• Those experiencing nerve damage due to trauma

• Those with complaints of severe pain, hot-cold sensitivity, or swelling in the gums

• Individuals whose nerve tissue is exposed due to a fractured tooth

After Root Canal Treatment

Mild sensitivity may be felt for a few days after the treatment. However, this situation is temporary. With regular tooth brushing, flossing, and dentist check-ups, the tooth that received root canal treatment remains healthy for many years. Applying the necessary restoration (filling or crown) increases the durability of the tooth.

Root Canal Treatment Prices

The cost of root canal treatment;

• Which tooth is being treated (anterior, premolar, molar),

• The state of the infection,

• May vary according to the restorative materials to be used.

A personalized treatment plan is created after the examination for detailed pricing.

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