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Endodontics (canal therapy)

Endodonti (Kanal Tedavisi)

What is endodontics?

Endodontics, located in the inner structure of the tooth pulp tissue It is the branch of dentistry that treats diseases and injuries of (nervous and veins). This application, known as root canal treatment, aims to keep the tooth in the mouth in a healthy way by removing the pulp tissue that is damaged as a result of caries or trauma.
Family dental clinic In our Sancaktepe and Kartal branches, our expert staff (dt. Kerem Ozgurler, , Exp. dt. Hatice Erkin, , dt. Aysegul Akmese, , dt. Yasin Turgut) We offer endodontic treatments with modern technologies. Our aim is to ensure that you can use your teeth for many years by preserving its natural structure.

Why is root canal treatment necessary?

The pulp tissue includes nerves and vessels that provide the vitality of the tooth. When this tissue becomes inflamed or dies, pain, swelling and infection occur. If left untreated, this infection can spread from the root end to the jawbone.

Main reasons:

  • Deep tooth decay

  • Tooth blows

  • Cracking or fracture of the tooth

  • Failed fillings made before

  • advanced gingival diseases

If not treatedPossible results
Infection spreadJawbone inflammation, abscesses
severe painConstant throbbing, nighttime insomnia
Tooth lossShooting Requirement
General health riskInfection of the infection into the blood (rare but serious)

dt. Ayşegül Akmeşe Erkin: “When canal treatment is done on time, it is the most effective way to save the tooth from extraction.”

Root canal treatment process

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Detailed examination is performed before treatment. Digital panoramic x-ray and needed dental tomography The root structure of the tooth is examined. The size of the infection, the number of canals and the recovery status of the tooth are evaluated.

Local anesthesia and preparation of the tooth

Treatment is painless; With local anesthesia, the tooth and its surroundings are completely anesthetized. Rotten tissues are cleaned and access to the pulp chamber is provided.

Channel cleaning and shaping

Infected tissue is removed, root canals Apex Locator And it is cleaned with special endodontic files. Channels are sterilized by washing with disinfectant solutions.

Filling and restoration

Channels are filled with biocompatible fillers (Gutta Percha). Then the upper part of the tooth is restored with a filler or crown.

Modern root canal treatment technologies

Technologies we use in Family Dental Clinic:

  • Digital X-ray: Less radiation, instant viewing

  • Apex Locator: millimeter gauge of channel length

  • Microscope-assisted treatment: High success in complex channel structures

  • Rotary systems: In a shorter time, more effective cleaning

Things to consider after treatment

  • Mild tenderness after treatment is normal, passes in a few days

  • Avoid Hard Foods

  • Maintain oral hygiene, brush teeth 2 times a day

  • Have a checkup examination every 6 months

Frequently Asked Questions

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Absolutely not. This is one of the biggest misconceptions today. The purpose of root canal treatment is to eliminate inflammation that is already causing pain. Since the procedure is performed under modern and effective anesthesia techniques It is completely painless. Our patients do not feel anything different from what they feel when making a normal filling during the procedure. In our clinic, we understand your worries and make the whole process as comfortable as possible for you.

Since the nerve and blood vessels of the tooth are removed after root canal treatment, the tooth becomes numb to stimuli such as hot and cold, but it is not "dead". It continues to be fed from the surrounding bone and gum tissues. However, it may have a more fragile structure over time because it loses its living tissue. Therefore, especially in the posterior teeth where the chewing force is intense, it is necessary to place a place on it to protect the treated tooth and prolong its lifespan. crown (plating) It is highly recommended to do.

The cost of canal treatment; It varies according to the position of the tooth to be treated (front teeth are single-channel, the posterior teeth are more complex because they are multi-channel), the condition of the tooth (is it being treated for the first time or is an old root canal treatment renewed) and the technology to be used. A doctor's examination is absolutely necessary for a clear price. However, it should not be forgotten that performing canal treatment for a tooth, having that tooth extracted and replaced by implants or bridges. Always more economical and healthy is a solution.