Endodontics (root canal treatment): treating inflamed or damaged tissue inside a tooth in order to preserve the tooth itself.
Endodontics covers root canal treatment, used when the pulp tissue inside a tooth becomes inflamed or damaged. The aim is to preserve the tooth rather than extract it.
At Prime Istanbul Cerrahi, an X-ray is taken before root canal treatment to assess the condition of the tooth. Treatment involves cleaning and filling the tooth's internal canals, and is carried out under local anaesthesia, with your comfort in mind throughout.
Once treatment is complete, the outer structure of the tooth is usually reinforced with a filling or a crown.
The Root Canal Process
Root canal treatment moves through diagnosis, cleaning, filling and restoration.
Diagnosis
An X-ray assesses the internal structure of the tooth and any inflammation.
Opening the canal
Damaged tissue inside the tooth is removed.
Filling the canals
The cleaned canals are filled with a specialised material.
Interim review
Treatment may be completed over more than one visit if needed.
Restoration
The tooth's outer structure is reinforced with a filling or a crown.
What Root Canal Treatment Offers
Preserves the tooth
The aim is to keep the natural tooth rather than extract it.
Clears the inflammation
Inflamed tissue inside the tooth is removed.
Maintains function
After restoration, the tooth continues to take part in chewing function.
Frequently asked questions
The procedure is carried out under local anaesthesia, with your comfort in mind throughout.
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