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Root Canal Treatment

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Root canal treatment, also known as endodontic therapy, is a dental procedure that removes the damaged or infected pulp from the inside of a tooth. This procedure can save and restore a tooth that might otherwise need to be removed. It is a common treatment for tooth pain caused by decay or injury.

Root Canal Treatment

General

Root canal treatment involves the removal of the tooth's pulp, a small, thread-like tissue in the center of the tooth. Once the damaged, diseased or dead pulp is removed, the remaining space is cleaned, shaped and filled. This procedure seals off the root canal. Years ago, teeth with diseased or injured pulps were removed, but today, root canal treatment saves many teeth that would otherwise be lost. The most common causes of pulp damage are cracked teeth, a deep cavity, or an injury to the tooth. These factors can allow bacteria to enter the pulp, causing an infection that can kill the pulp. Without treatment, abscesses may form and the infection can spread, leading to tooth loss.

Special Details

Who is it for?

  • Individuals with infected or inflamed tooth pulp
  • People who experience pain from deep cavities or severe tooth decay
  • Individuals with teeth that have suffered significant trauma
  • Patients with abscesses or infections inside their tooth

Recovery Period

  • Procedure time varies, typically taking 1 to 2 hours
  • Recovery is generally quick, with most patients resuming normal activities the next day
  • Mild pain and sensitivity may be experienced for a few days after the procedure

Potential Risks and Side Effects

  • Tooth fracture
  • Post-procedure pain or infection
  • Failed initial treatment requiring retreatment or surgery

Alternative Treatments

  • Tooth extraction followed by the placement of a bridge, implant, or partial denture
  • Direct pulp capping (for less severe cases)

Success Rate

Root canal treatment has a high success rate of over 95%.

Procedure step-by-step overivew

  • Examination and X-ray of the tooth to diagnose the need for root canal therapy.
  • Administration of local anesthesia to numb the tooth and surrounding area.
  • Placement of a dental dam to isolate the tooth and keep it clean and free of saliva during the procedure.
  • Creating an opening in the crown of the tooth to access the pulp chamber.
  • Removing the infected or damaged pulp, cleaning the root canals, and shaping them for filling.
  • Filling the canals with a biocompatible material and sealing the tooth with a temporary filling.
  • Placing a permanent crown or filling on the tooth at a follow-up appointment to restore its full function.

Prices

Why Do Prices Vary?

  • Geographic location of the dental clinic
  • Experience and expertise of the endodontist
  • Complexity of the tooth affected (molars are typically more expensive)
  • Need for additional procedures (such as crown placement)
  • Turkey
    • $200 - $400
  • Czech Republic
    • $300 - $600
  • Croatia
    • $250 - $500
  • Lithuania
    • $200 - $500
  • Poland
    • $250 - $400
  • Germany
    • $600 - $900
  • Switzerland
    • $800 - $1500
  • France
    • $400 - $700
  • United Kingdom
    • $700 - $1000
  • United States
    • $900 - $1500
  • Canada
    • $800 - $1200
  • Australia
    • $1000 - $2000