Root Canal Treatment Steps

1. Anesthesia Application: Local anesthesia is applied to the tooth first to ensure no pain is felt during the procedure.
2. Cleaning Tooth Decay: Tooth decay is removed to reach the pulp (nerve tissue) area. Diseased nerves and tissue remnants are completely cleaned out.
3. Temporary Filling: The tooth is covered with temporary filling material between sessions to protect it while healing.
4. Root Canal Filling: Once the tooth is healed, the canals are filled up to the root tip with special filling materials.
5. Final Procedure: After the treatment, the tooth is restored with a filling or crown depending on the amount of tooth structure lost.

In some cases, root canal treatment can be completed in a single session without multiple visits.

Antibiotic Use in Tooth Infections

Generally, antibiotics are not needed during root canal treatment. However, if there is an advanced infection or extreme sensitivity, antibiotic therapy may be recommended.

How Long Does a Root Canal Treated Tooth Last?

A tooth that has undergone successful root canal treatment can function for a lifetime with proper oral hygiene and care.

Is Root Canal Treatment Painful?

One of the main concerns for patients is whether they will feel pain during the procedure. Thanks to local anesthesia, no pain is felt during the treatment. The difference from a simple filling is that the procedure takes a bit longer.

After the treatment, the healing of natural tissues may take a few days, during which mild discomfort may occur when biting. Pain relievers recommended by your dentist can alleviate these symptoms, and the discomfort usually disappears quickly.

At Alanya Dental Help in Alanya, root canal treatments performed by specialist dentist Duygu Gürleyen help protect your teeth healthily and ensure long-lasting tooth structure. Contact us for more information and to schedule an appointment!