Root canal treatment is an effective and successful treatment applied in case of infection and decay of teeth. Individuals tend to avoid treatment because there is a common but wrong belief that root canal treatment is a painful, painful, and difficult procedure. However, there is no pain in root canal treatment. The process is completed in a very practical and easy way. It is the best approach not to act negligently in cases that require root canal treatment and to avoid more serious problems in the future.

The tooth nerve or pulp can be destroyed for various reasons. The main factors that cause infection and inflammation of the dental nerve or pulp are; deep caries in the tooth, facial trauma, a crack or break in the tooth, etc. There is a rapid increase in bacteria for the root canal due to damaged dental pulp or fragmented nerves. Bacteria combined with other decayed residues can cause a tooth infection or tooth abscess.

As a result of the infection that spreads to the end of the root tips of the tooth, an abscess, which is an inflamed vesicle, is formed. After the formation of a tooth abscess, the individual feels very severe pain. Due to the abscess, not only severe pain but also swelling, pain, etc. problems may be experienced in the face, neck, or head of the individual. The abscessed tooth, which significantly reduces the quality of life of the individual and threatens his health, needs to be treated immediately. Otherwise, much more serious health problems may occur in the future.

In cases where root canal treatment (Endodontics) is required, it will be the most correct and conscious choice to apply to an experienced and competent dentist without wasting time and to be treated after the examination. Because rotten or infected teeth pave the way for many serious health problems as well as severe pain for the individual. Root canal treatment is an effective dental treatment that gives very successful results in cases of inflammation, and advanced dental caries when filling treatment is insufficient.

How Is Root Canal Treatment Performed?

Root canal treatment is applied in order to avoid tooth loss due to infection and decay of the teeth. The treatment is easily applied without the patient feeling pain and suffering. If there is an acute toothache, sensitivity to hot or cold foods, darkening of the teeth, and inflammation of the tooth, root canal treatment should be applied. Root canal treatment, which is an extremely important treatment in order to protect oral and dental health and prevent more serious problems in the future;

• An examination is made to determine whether the tooth or teeth that are the subject of treatment damage the surrounding teeth.

• X-rays are taken. Treatment planning is made according to the X-ray results.

• Anesthesia is applied to numb the area where the procedure will be performed. With local anesthesia, the pain will not be felt.

• After anesthesia, a rubber band is applied around the tooth. Rubber dam application helps to keep the area dry by protecting it from saliva.

• The dentist makes a hole in the tooth. Cleaning is done by means of channel curves.

• After the cleaning is completed, the relevant area is sealed.

Considerations After Root Canal Treatment

It is useful to be careful and attentive in the process until the teeth are completely healed after root canal treatment. In this process, we can list the points that should be paid special attention to as follows:

• Ache and pain felt before the treatment may continue until the healing process is completed. However, the pain felt decreases over time and disappears completely after a while.

• If the healing is not completely achieved after the treatment, care should be taken not to chew on the treated area.

• After the treatment, attention should be paid to dental cleaning in order to protect oral and dental health and prevent new problems.