Don't Lose Your Tooth: Root Canal Treatment
Root canal treatment (endodontics), popularly known as "nerve removal", is the process of saving the tooth by removing the living tissue (pulp) inside the tooth damaged due to decay or trauma. When deep decay reaches the pulp, severe pain and infection begin. Root canal treatment is the last resort that allows this tooth to remain in the mouth by cleaning and filling it instead of extracting it.
Symptoms of Root Canal Treatment
You may need root canal treatment if you have the following symptoms in your tooth:
- Long-lasting, persistent sensitivity to hot and cold.
- Pain occurring during chewing or when touched.
- Formation of a pimple-like swelling (fistula) on the gums.
- Spontaneous darkening of the tooth color.
Thanks to modern anesthesia techniques, root canal treatment is as painless and comfortable as a filling procedure. The belief that "root canal treatment hurts a lot" is completely wrong.
Microscopic Endodontics and Success Rate
In our clinic, root canal treatments are performed using special magnification equipment and digital apex locators that allow us to see the finest details of the root canals. This technology ensures the successful cleaning of even curved or blocked canals. The treated tooth can function for years, even a lifetime, with a filling or porcelain crown placed on it. Keeping your own natural tooth in the mouth is always more valuable than the best implant.
