Root canal treatment is a treatment performed to remove infected or damaged tissues in the tooth and save the tooth. During this procedure, the nerves and root canals of the tooth are carefully cleaned. They are properly disinfected and then filled with special filling material. The procedure is preferred to solve problems in the internal structure of the tooth caused by tooth decay or trauma.
Root canal treatment is an effective method to save the tooth instead of extracting it. The treatment strengthens the structure of the damaged tooth and preserves its functionality. Sometimes a crown can be placed on the treated tooth, which makes the tooth last longer. Root canal treatment seems to be a painful process for many patients. However, the procedure is often performed comfortably with modern techniques.