Root canal treatment (endodontics) is a rescue operation that comes into play when the pulp tissue, which contains the nerves and vessels inside your tooth, is damaged or infected. When decays, traumas or infections threaten the inside of your tooth, this treatment both ends your pain and saves your tooth from extraction. Our expert dentists perform this procedure with modern techniques and prioritising your comfort. So, what exactly is root canal treatment and how does it magically bring your tooth back to life? Let’s discover this journey together!

How is Root Canal Treatment Performed?

This step-by-step process to save your tooth is much more comfortable than you think:

1. Examination and X-ray: Your dentist will first examine your tooth and its roots by X-ray. This will clarify the extent of the problem and the condition of the root canals.
2. Painless Start: The area is numbed with local anaesthesia; you will not feel anything during the procedure.
3. Travelling Inside the Tooth: A small hole is made in the top of the tooth to access the infected pulp tissue.
4. Cleaning Time: The root canals are cleaned with special instruments, infected tissues are removed and the canals are shaped.
5. Disinfection: Canals are washed with antiseptic solutions to remove bacteria.
6. Filling Phase: The clean canals are filled with a biocompatible material (usually gutta-percha), which protects and strengthens your tooth.
7. The Final Touch: The tooth is covered with a filling or veneer, thus achieving both a functional and aesthetic result.

With these steps, your tooth is ready to spend many years with you again!

Advantages of Root Canal Treatment

Root canal treatment offers many benefits beyond saving your tooth:

• Your tooth stays in place: Say goodbye to extraction! You protect your natural teeth and do not disturb the order in your mouth.
• Goodbye to Pain: Those unbearable pains you experience due to infection or inflammation become history.
• Stops Infection: Treatment prevents the infection from spreading to the jawbone or other teeth.
• Chewing Pleasure: Your tooth regains its former strength, you can use it comfortably while eating.
• No Difference in Appearance: After the treatment, your tooth retains its natural appearance; no one will realise that you have had root canal treatment.
• Long-lasting Friend: With the right care, your tooth stays with you for years, it almost gains a new chance.

What Should You Pay Attention After Root Canal Treatment?

Your tooth is saved, now it’s time to protect it! Here are some golden tips:

• Hygiene is essential: Do not neglect tooth brushing and flossing; clean teeth mean long-lasting teeth.
• Regular Check-ups: Visit your dentist from time to time and follow the condition of your teeth together.
• Beware of Hard Foods: After the treatment tooth may be a little sensitive; be gentle when chewing hard foods.