Dental root canal treatment (endodontics) is a dental procedure performed to treat damage or infection inside a tooth. This treatment aims to clean, disinfect, fill, and protect the inside of the tooth's root canals. Dental root canal treatment can help preserve the tooth and avoid extraction.

The procedure involves the following steps:

Anesthesia: Before starting the treatment, the dentist typically numbs the tooth and its surrounding area so that the patient does not feel pain or discomfort.

Access: The dentist creates an opening on the top of the tooth to gain access to the inside.

Cleaning: The root canals and pulp (living tissue) inside the tooth are cleaned, and damaged or infected tissue is removed.

Disinfection: The root canals are disinfected to ensure the removal of bacteria.

Filling: The cleaned root canals are filled and sealed in a way that prevents recontamination, avoiding further infection.

Restoration: The treated tooth is typically restored with a filling or dental crown to regain functionality and durability.

Dental root canal treatment may be necessary due to conditions such as severe decay, trauma, dental infection, or inflammation inside the tooth. This treatment is used to preserve the tooth and prevent extraction. After treatment, the tooth can be used normally and contribute to oral health.

Step-by-Step Root Canal Treatment

• Anesthesia

• Access

• Cleaning

• Disinfection

• Filling

• Restoration

Root canal treatment (endodontics) may be recommended for individuals in the following situations:

Deep Cavities: Deep cavities that have reached the pulp (living tissue) of the tooth can lead to inflammation of the pulp. In such cases, root canal treatment may be necessary.

Dental Trauma: Accidents, falls, or impacts to a tooth can damage the inner structure of the tooth. Such trauma can lead to irritation or infection of the pulp and may require root canal treatment.

Tooth Infections: Infections can develop in the tooth root or surrounding tissues. If these infections spread to the pulp area, root canal treatment may be necessary.

Tooth Pain: Chronic or severe tooth pain can indicate a problem in the pulp area. These types of pain may require root canal treatment.

Severe Tooth Sensitivity: Excessive sensitivity to external factors such as hot, cold, or pressure on the tooth can be a sign of pulp issues and may lead to a recommendation for root canal treatment.

Root canal treatment is used as a way to treat and protect the tooth by addressing damage within the tooth's inner structure. A dentist evaluates the patient's symptoms and may examine X-ray images to determine whether root canal treatment is appropriate. Each patient's situation is unique, so the recommendation for root canal treatment is personalized.