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Root Canal Treatment (Endodontics)
Root Canal Treatment (Endodontics)

Endodontics is the branch of dentistry that deals with the treatment of soft tissue, which consists of veins, nerve endings and connective tissue cells that provide the nutrition and sensitivity of teeth, namely pulp. It is also known as root canal treatment. Endodontic treatments; when the tooth pulp is affected by decay for various reasons, when it is infected, inflamed, or after a trauma such as a fracture or fracture in the tooth. The main purpose of endodontics is to protect and save the health and all functionality of the tooth by treating the infected tooth or nerve.

When is root canal treatment necessary?
  • In bruises advanced to the nerve of the tooth,
  • In cases where fractures, including the nerve of the tooth, occur as a result of trauma,
  • In cases where the tooth loses its vitality as a result of orthodontic treatment,
  • In the case of advanced gum disease,
  • When the teeth are exposed to a high level of stress,
  • High fillings or prostheses are also required.
How do you know if a tooth needs root canal treatment?
  • Very severe cold sensitivity in your teeth,
  • Pain, especially at night with no stimulation,
  • If you have a toothache during eating
  • When your nerves die, the color of your teeth changes.
  • In some cases, it is understood that treatment is required in dental and radiological examinations performed without any symptoms.

things to know?

Frequently Asked Questions About Endodontics

Is the root canal treated tooth decay?

When root canal treatment is applied to a tooth, there should be no decay again as it removes the nerves in the tooth roots. However, sometimes a tooth treated for root canal may rot when the root canal treatment is not applied correctly or when the person does not take enough care of the mouth.

Why does a denuded tooth hurt?

During root canal treatment, the nerves of the tooth are removed, so a tooth that has had root canal treatment is not affected by external stimuli. After the treatment, there may be slight pain or sensitivity in chewing for the first few weeks because the tooth needs time to heal like every tissue in our body.

How many channels are there in a tooth?

The number of canals in the tooth can vary from place to place and person to person. The incisors in the front area of the mouth are usually single-channel, small molars have 2 channels, and large molars have 3-4 channels. The number of channels in the tooth can be determined precisely as the result of a dental X-ray.

Does a nerve removed tooth make an abscess?

When a tooth's nerve tissue is damaged, the tissue breaks down and bacteria begin to multiply in and around the tooth. Bacteria and other rotten debris can cause infection or abscess development.

Does root canal treatment end at once?

Root canal treatment takes place in a single session or in two sessions, depending on the damage to the tooth. If the infection in the tooth is very common, root canal treatment can be completed in three sessions. Root canal treatment can be done by a dentist or endodontist.

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