Endodontics
What is a root canal treatment?
Root canal treatment (also known as root canal treatment) is a dental technique that provides dead or inflamed teeth. The bacteria are removed with special instruments and the function of the tooth is restored. He therefore does not have to be drawn. Successful root canal treatment can preserve the tooth for many years or even decades.
Root canal treatment: when needed?
A root canal treatment, also called root canal treatment, is often the last resort to save a sick or injured tooth. The result can usually be seen over many years. Today no one has to fear the intervention anymore. In tooth root inflammation
Bacteria attack the tooth substance and are not stopped in time, they reach the inside of the tooth and the tooth root. The unrecognized or untreated caries often leads to inflammation of the tooth root. Root canal treatment can save the diseased tooth.
Root canal treatment with dentures Also, the insertion of a crown or dental bridge may precede a root canal. If the dentist has to remove a great deal of the tooth substance, the dental pulp is partially or even completely exposed. Bacteria could now easily penetrate and cause inflammation of the tooth root. To prevent this possible tooth root inflammation, the dentist often removes the pulp completely. Crown or tooth bridge are then secured longer.
How long does a root canal treatment take at the dentist?
A session lasts on average 60 minutes, but may take more or less time. The actual duration of treatment depends on the individual case After root canal treatment, the tooth is usually painless. Since he is no longer supplied with blood, he has also become unstable. In most cases, the treated tooth is then crowned. How exactly to proceed further, the doctor and patient discuss in the root canal aftercare