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Why is Root Canal Treatment Performed?
First, it should be understood that no artificial tooth can fully replace a natural tooth. Therefore, we should protect our natural teeth through treatment whenever possible. One of the most well-known methods for saving a diseased tooth is root canal treatment.
Root canal treatment helps preserve damaged teeth. When the pulp—the soft tissue inside the tooth containing nerves, blood vessels, and lymphatic vessels—becomes damaged beyond repair, it dies. This is usually caused by bacteria in cracked teeth or deep cavities. Bacteria can cause inflammation in the core of the tooth. If the damaged or diseased pulp is not removed, the tooth and surrounding tissues may become infected, eventually leading to tooth loss.
What is Root Canal Treatment and How is it Performed?
Root canal treatment is applied when the pulp is damaged. In the past, extraction was the only solution for a tooth with diseased soft tissue, but today it is possible to save and treat these teeth.
What Happens if Root Canal Treatment is Not Performed?
When the pulp cannot heal itself due to deep cavities or cracks, the tooth loses vitality, and the infection can spread throughout the tooth. If root canal treatment is not performed, the infection may reach the tissues at the tip of the root. The surrounding jawbone may become inflamed and erode, forming an abscess in the affected area. This condition is usually accompanied by pain and swelling, and the tooth may be lost in a short time.
Stages of Root Canal Treatment
Anesthesia: The tooth is numbed to ensure a painless treatment.
Cleaning: The decayed portion of the tooth is removed, and the diseased soft tissue (pulp) is extracted. Nerve and tissue residues are cleaned.
Shaping the Canal: The tooth canal is shaped up to the root tip. If necessary, certain medications are applied to accelerate healing.
Temporary Filling: Between sessions, the tooth is sealed with temporary filling material until the infection subsides. Once the inflammation stops and no pus comes from the root tip, the canal is permanently filled with special filling material up to the root apex.
Single-Session Cases: In some cases, root canal treatment can be successfully completed in a single session without the need for multiple visits.
How Long Does a Tooth Last After Root Canal Treatment?
If the tooth does not become reinfected and preventive measures are taken to avoid further decay, the filling can last a lifetime. Regular dental check-ups allow early detection of any potential infection. Additionally, excellent oral hygiene helps prevent the tooth from decaying again.
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