Root canal treatment (endodontics) is the process of cleaning and removing the nerve and vascular tissue (dental pulp) in the inner part of the tooth in case of infection and filling the empty space. This treatment prevents tooth extraction and ensures that the tooth continues to function healthily.
Root canal treatment starts with the removal of the infected pulp tissue inside the tooth. The root canals are then cleaned and shaped. The cleaned canal area is filled with a special filling material and a suitable restoration (usually a filling or crown) is placed on the tooth. The treatment can be completed in one or more sessions.
Root canal treatment is performed to treat serious infections in the tooth and to prevent the loss of the tooth. It is also applied to save the tooth when the pulp is damaged due to caries or trauma.
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Root canal treatment is a treatment procedure performed in cases where the nerve and vascular tissue in the inner part of the tooth, known as pulp, is infected. During this treatment, the infected pulp is cleaned, root canals are opened, cleaned and filled. After the treatment, it is ensured that the tooth continues its healthy function.
Patients usually do not feel pain during root canal treatment because the area is numbed with local anaesthesia. After the treatment, there may be a slight discomfort, but this is usually temporary and can be easily controlled with painkillers.
The success rate of root canal treatment is quite high and usually varies between 90-95%. Success depends on the condition of the tooth, how early the treatment is started and the experience of the dentist. The condition of the tooth should be monitored with regular checks after treatment.
