A precise way to save a tooth affected by deep decay or infection.
Root canal treatment, or endodontics, is the most effective way to save a tooth in which the inner pulp is inflamed or infected. It is usually needed after deep decay, repeated dental work, trauma or a crack reaching the pulp.
Untreated pulp infection causes severe pain, abscesses and risk of tooth loss. Endodontic therapy removes the damaged tissue, disinfects and shapes the root canals and seals them with a biocompatible filling. The tooth then becomes pain-free and can usually be preserved for many years.
The procedure is performed under local anesthesia and typically takes between one and one-and-a-half hours, often in a single appointment. We use rubber dam isolation, magnification with surgical microscope and nickel-titanium instruments for predictable, minimally invasive treatment.
After the root canal, a definitive restoration is essential to protect the tooth from fracture, often a crown or a partial ceramic restoration. At DentalIA endodontics is led by clinicians with specific training in this discipline.
Modern endodontics is performed under effective local anesthesia and is generally not painful. Many patients are surprised by how comfortable it is.
With a proper final restoration and good hygiene, an endodontically treated tooth can last for many years, often a lifetime.
Often yes. Posterior teeth in particular benefit from a crown or onlay to prevent fracture.
Yes, we recommend chewing carefully on the treated side for a few days, especially while the temporary restoration is in place.