Temperature Sensitivity
A damaged or inflamed pulp may cause sensitivity to hot or cold temperatures.
Endodontic Treatment in Marmaris
Root Canal Treatment in Marmaris, Turkey
Root canal treatment is used to remove infected or damaged tissue from inside a tooth, clean and seal the root canal system and help preserve the natural tooth whenever it can be predictably restored.
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Preserve the Natural Tooth
Treatment aims to remove infected tissue and
restore the tooth where it can be saved.
Natural Tooth Preservation
Treatment may allow an infected tooth to remain in function.
Local Anaesthetic
The procedure is normally carried out with local anaesthesia.
1–3 Sessions
The number of appointments depends on canal anatomy and infection.
Crown or Filling
The treated tooth may require a final restoration for protection.
Understanding Endodontic Treatment
What Is Root Canal Treatment?
Inside each tooth is a hollow space containing soft tissue known as the dental pulp. This tissue contains nerves, blood vessels and connective tissue.
When the pulp becomes inflamed, infected or damaged, root canal treatment may be used to remove the affected tissue from inside the tooth.
The root canal system is then cleaned, shaped, disinfected and sealed before the tooth is restored with a suitable filling or crown.
Signs of Pulp Damage
When Might a Tooth Need Root Canal Treatment?
Symptoms vary, and some teeth can require treatment even without severe pain.
Pain When Chewing
Pressure or biting on an affected tooth may produce discomfort or pain.
Throbbing Toothache
Some patients experience persistent or throbbing pain when the pulp becomes severely inflamed or infected.
Infection & Swelling
Infection may spread beyond the tooth and affect the surrounding tissues if left untreated.
Treatment Process
The 3 Main Steps of Root Canal Treatment
The existing treatment information describes three main stages, with the total number of appointments depending on the complexity of the tooth and infection.
01
Cleaning the Root Canal
After local anaesthesia, an access opening is made and infected, inflamed or dead pulp tissue is removed from inside the tooth using specialised instruments.
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Shaping & Filling the Canal
The root canal space is cleaned, shaped and disinfected before being sealed with an appropriate root canal filling material.
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Final Filling or Crown
The tooth is restored after root canal treatment. A filling or crown may be recommended depending on the remaining tooth structure and the amount of protection required.
Tooth Preservation
Saving the Natural Tooth Where Possible
Root canal treatment is intended to retain a tooth that might otherwise be lost because of infection or pulp damage, provided the remaining tooth can be predictably restored.
Keep the Natural Tooth
When treatment is successful and the tooth is restorable, the natural tooth can remain in the dental arch.
Maintain Dental Function
A properly restored tooth can continue to contribute to chewing and normal bite function.
Avoid Unnecessary Extraction
If a tooth can be predictably treated and restored, extraction may not be necessary.
Restoration Still Matters
Root canal treatment addresses the pulp and canal, while the remaining tooth structure still needs appropriate restorative protection.
Restoring the Tooth
What Happens After Root Canal Treatment?
The final restoration depends on the amount of healthy tooth structure remaining and the location and function of the tooth.
Conservative Restoration
Dental Filling
Where sufficient healthy tooth structure remains, a filling may be suitable to restore the access opening and protect the treated tooth.
Additional Protection
Dental Crown
Teeth with substantial loss of structure may require a porcelain or zirconia crown to help protect the tooth from future fracture and restore its function.
After Treatment
Protect the Tooth During Recovery
Until the permanent filling or crown has been completed, additional care may be required to avoid damaging a weakened or temporarily restored tooth.
Avoid Heavy Biting
Avoid excessive chewing pressure on the treated tooth until the dentist confirms that the final restoration is complete.
Complete the Final Restoration
Attend the recommended appointment for the permanent filling or crown when one is required.
Monitor Pain or Swelling
If significant pain, swelling or other unexpected symptoms develop, contact the treating dental team for reassessment.
Maintain Oral Hygiene
Continue appropriate brushing, interdental cleaning and routine dental care after treatment.
Individual Tooth Assessment
Can Your Tooth Be Saved?
Whether root canal treatment is suitable depends on the condition of the pulp, infection, remaining tooth structure and surrounding tissues. A dental examination is required to determine whether the tooth can be predictably treated and restored.
Personalised Assessment
Treatment is planned according to the condition
of the individual tooth.
Frequently Asked Questions
Root Canal Treatment FAQs
Common questions about root canal treatment, tooth preservation and restoration after treatment.
What is a root canal?
The root canal is the internal space within a tooth
containing the dental pulp. The term “root canal” is
also commonly used to describe the endodontic treatment
carried out when this tissue becomes infected or damaged.
Why might I need root canal treatment?
Root canal treatment may be recommended when the dental
pulp becomes inflamed, infected or damaged because of
deep decay, cracks, trauma or other problems affecting
the inside of the tooth.
What symptoms can indicate a root canal problem?
Possible symptoms include sensitivity to hot or cold,
pain when chewing, throbbing toothache and swelling.
However, symptoms vary and dental examination is needed
for diagnosis.
How is root canal treatment performed?
The main stages involve removing damaged or infected pulp
tissue, cleaning and shaping the root canal system,
disinfecting and sealing the canals, and then restoring
the tooth with an appropriate filling or crown.
Does root canal treatment require local anaesthetic?
Local anaesthesia is generally used so that the dentist
can access and clean the tooth while keeping the patient
comfortable during treatment.
How many appointments are needed?
The existing treatment information describes a range of
one to three sessions. The number of appointments can
vary depending on the number and shape of the canals and
the extent of infection.
Will I need a crown after root canal treatment?
Not every tooth requires the same restoration. Teeth
with substantial loss of structure may benefit from a
crown, while others may be restored with a filling.
The dentist determines the appropriate restoration after
evaluating the remaining tooth structure.
Why can a root canal treated tooth need extra protection?
Teeth requiring root canal treatment may already have
significant decay, cracks or loss of structure. A crown
or other restoration may therefore be recommended to
protect the remaining tooth from fracture.
Can root canal treatment save a natural tooth?
Root canal treatment is intended to preserve a tooth
when the infected or damaged pulp can be treated and the
remaining tooth can be predictably restored.
What happens if the tooth cannot be saved?
If the tooth is not restorable or cannot be predictably
treated, extraction may need to be considered. Tooth
replacement options can then be discussed separately
according to the individual case.
Can I chew normally immediately after treatment?
Heavy biting on the tooth may need to be avoided until
the final restoration has been completed, particularly
when the tooth has been significantly weakened.
What should I do if I have pain or swelling afterwards?
Some postoperative sensitivity can occur, but significant
or worsening pain, swelling or other unexpected symptoms
should be discussed with the treating dentist.
Root canal treatment suitability, the number of appointments,
the need for additional infection management and the type of
final restoration vary according to the individual tooth.
Clinical examination and appropriate dental imaging are required
before a treatment plan can be confirmed.