Pulpa Oral and Dental Health Polyclinic

Multi-session Root Canal Treatment (Endodontics)
Alanya Dental Clinic

Multi-session Root Canal Treatment

When it is thought that the number of microbes in the canal cannot be reduced to a sufficient number in a single session, antimicrobial drugs are placed in the root canals.

These drugs are expected to remain in the canal for a certain period of time to further reduce the number of bacteria. Occasionally, when it is thought that the procedures will take too long, a second session may be considered when the patient is forced to open his mouth. This procedure is an example of multi-session root canal treatment.

The main purpose of root canal treatment is to reduce the number of microbes in the root canals below a certain number and to fill the roots in a leak-proof manner.

If it is thought that the number of microorganisms cannot be reduced sufficiently in a single session, temporary fillings are made by placing drugs that have the ability to kill microbes into the canal.

I have swelling on my face before or during a multi-session root canal treatment. What should I do?

In some cases, microorganisms may leave the root tip and penetrate into the bone. In these cases, the body's defence system takes action to prevent the bacteria from spreading throughout it.

Swelling may occur at the root end of the tooth and even on the face. In such cases, inflammatory fluids may come the root canal during treatment.

In order for the root canal treatment to be completed, it is expected that these inflammatory fluids will stop coming from the root canals.

The patient is called at regular intervals, and the tooth is checked, and the treatment can be completed when it is thought to be improved. In case of swelling, it is useful to inform your dentist. Your dentist will prescribe antibiotics and painkillers if necessary.

Multi-session Root Canal Treatment (Endodontics) Alanya Dental Clinic