Endodontics

Endodontics (Root Canal Treatment): Expert Approaches and Regenerative Solutions in Saving the Tooth

Endodontics is a critical dental treatment method applied in the treatment of the inflammation or infection of the pulp tissue inside the tooth, aiming to save the tooth without extraction. Root canal treatment has the goal of protecting the tooth and making it long-lasting by cleaning the infected or damaged tissue inside the tooth. In addition, regenerative endodontics supports dental development by providing revitalisation especially in young permanent teeth.

Root Canal Treatment

Single-Canal Treatment

Single-canal treatment is a classic method applied in single-rooted teeth (for example front teeth).

• Features:
• Detailed cleaning and shaping of the intra-tooth canal.
• Rinsing with antibacterial solutions to eliminate the infection.
• Sealing the canal with filling material.
• Advantages:
• Enables the tooth to be saved without extraction.
• It is a minimally invasive method and keeps patient comfort at the forefront.
• Long-lasting successful results are achieved.

Treatment in Multi-Canal Teeth

Treatment in multi-canal teeth may involve different difficulties depending on the number of roots. Especially in teeth with little preparation, it is important that each canal is cleaned separately.

• Features:
• Detailed examination and cleaning of each canal.
• Use of special equipment and techniques according to the complexity of the canal anatomy.
• Application of a separate filling and sealing procedure for each canal.
• Advantages:
• The infections in all the root canals of the tooth are eliminated.
• By preserving the structural integrity of the tooth, the need for extraction is minimised.
• Functional and aesthetic results are achieved.

Re-Treatment (Root Canal Re-Treatment)

Sometimes, when the expected success is not achieved in the first root canal treatment or a re-infection develops, the tooth may need root canal re-treatment.

• Features:
• Removal of the filling material used during the previous treatment.
• Re-cleaning and disinfecting the canal.
• Meticulous application of the re-sealing and filling procedure.
• Advantages:
• Saving the tooth by correcting unsuccessful treatments.
• Minimising the risk of the infection recurring.
• The long-term health of the tooth is aimed to be preserved.

Regenerative Endodontics

Revitalisation in Young Permanent Teeth

Regenerative endodontics, applied in young permanent teeth while root development is not yet complete, supports the natural development process of the tooth and encourages the regeneration of the pulp tissue and root length.

• Features:
• Creating a suitable environment for the blood to fill in place of the pulp in young teeth.
• Disinfecting the intra-tooth cavity and supporting it with biological materials.
• Monitoring the root development and the tooth becoming vital again.
• Advantages:
• Ensures the preservation of the natural function of the tooth without extraction.
• Allows root development to continue.
• Increases the stability and durability of the tooth in the long term.