FAQ

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Why is root canal treatment performed?
Root canal treatment is performed to save a tooth - rather than extract it - when the nerve (pulp) inside has become inflamed or infected du
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Does root canal treatment hurt a lot?
The treatment is performed under local anesthesia, so there is almost no pain during the procedure. However, when the tooth is severely infl
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How many sessions does root canal treatment take?
Root canal treatment usually takes 2-3 visits, scheduled about a week apart, so it wraps up in around 2-3 weeks. The inside of the canals ne
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Do I have to put a crown on after a root canal?
In most cases we recommend placing a crown. A root canal-treated tooth loses its blood supply and becomes brittle and prone to fracture. Mol
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What happens if I stop root canal treatment midway?
If you stop in the middle, bacteria re-enter through the open canals, the inflammation comes back, and the next round of treatment becomes m
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Can a root-canal-treated tooth become painful again?
Yes, it can become painful again. The root canal system is complex, with tiny accessory canals that are not visible to the eye - if bacteria
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I was told I needed about 4 root canal sessions, but it stopped hurting after the 2nd visit. Can I skip the rest?
Even if the pain is gone, you should still complete all the scheduled visits. The pain disappeared because the inflamed nerve tissue has bee
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Can a tooth with a root canal last a lifetime?
With good care, a root canal-treated tooth can last for a very long time. However, since the nerve has been removed, the tooth no longer rec
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Cold water is fine, but my tooth throbs when I drink hot soup.
A throbbing pain in response to heat is a warning sign you should not brush off. Sensitivity to cold can appear with early irritation, but p
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Why does a root canal treated tooth turn dark?
A tooth that has had root canal treatment gradually darkens because the nerve and blood vessels were removed, cutting off its supply of mois
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During root canal treatment something like a needle was used. What is it?
It is a thin, long instrument called a file. The nerve canals inside a tooth root are as fine as a hair and curved, so we use files to scrap
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I was told there is pus at the tip of a tooth that had root canal treatment. Does retreatment to save it work well?
Root canal retreatment is known to have a somewhat lower success rate than initial treatment, but it is a worthwhile way to save a natural t
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There is pus at the root of a crowned tooth. Can it be treated through a hole instead of removing the crown?
Yes, it is possible to drill through the crown and perform root canal treatment, and the hole can then be filled so you keep using the crown
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Is MTA root canal treatment better than ordinary root canal treatment?
MTA is a root canal material with good biocompatibility and sealing ability, but it is not needed for every root canal treatment. We mainly
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Do I have to take antibiotics during root canal treatment?
Antibiotics are not needed for every root canal treatment. They are prescribed only in cases such as infection spreading beyond the root int
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My tooth is still sensitive to temperature after root canal treatment. Is that normal?
Yes, some discomfort or tenderness when chewing for a few days right after root canal treatment is a normal part of healing, because even th
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Can I brush after root canal treatment?
Yes, you should brush as usual even while root canal treatment is under way, because the area around the tooth needs to be clean to heal wit
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While a tooth is prepared or having root canal treatment, do I have to eat only soft food like porridge?
You do not have to limit yourself to porridge, but the rule is not to chew with the tooth under treatment. A tooth having root canal treatme
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Can I drink alcohol during root canal treatment?
We recommend avoiding alcohol while root canal treatment is in progress. Alcohol worsens the inflammatory response and lowers immunity, slow
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My tooth still hurts after root canal treatment. Has something gone wrong?
Throbbing for a few days after root canal treatment is a normal part of healing. The nerve has been removed, but the tissue at the root tip
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