Root Canal Treatment
Thanks to state-of-the-art equipment and technical innovations, inflammatory foci can now be removed with great success and the tooth can thus be saved.
For whom?
Many patients are most afraid of this treatment because they come too late. The tooth nerve is inflamed and hurts. When decay reaches the pulp of the root and thus opens the way for dangerous bacteria, the sensitive nerves and vessels become infected and can no longer regenerate. Root canal treatment is then necessary to save the tooth.
Process
The tooth is opened and cleaned, treated with medication. At the end of the root canal treatment, the cleaned tooth is sealed. During root canal treatment, we remove the inflamed or dead tissue from inside the tooth, thoroughly clean the root canals, and seal them tightly.
Duration & Notes
Root canal treatment may require 1-3 sessions depending on complexity. After treatment, the tooth can be restored with a crown. With optimal care, it can be preserved for a lifetime.
Costs
Root canal treatments are covered by statutory health insurance. Additional measures can be billed privately.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is root canal treatment painful?
Many patients are most afraid of this treatment. However, the treatment is performed under local anesthesia and is usually painless. Thanks to state-of-the-art equipment and technical innovations, the treatment is very successful today.
How long does a root-treated tooth last?
With optimal care, a root-treated tooth can be preserved for a lifetime. After treatment, the tooth should be restored with a crown.
Why is root canal treatment necessary?
When decay reaches the pulp of the root, the sensitive nerves and vessels become infected and can no longer regenerate. Root canal treatment saves the tooth before it has to be extracted.
