Can you suggest an alternative to root canal treatment?
Alternative to root canal treatment is preferred in patients, who do not want to use root canal treatment method or in cases where the infection does not have a great effect on the roots.
The complexity of root canal treatment often frightens patients, and they avoid this treatment. This blog discusses 6 alternatives to root canal treatment. They are here:
6 Alternatives to Root Canal Treatment
1. Regenerative endodontics
The aim of regenerative endodontic treatment is to keep the root alive with innovative treatments and to regenerate the tissue in the root after the infection is removed from the tooth root.
Thanks to this treatment, the patient's root structure lengthens and expands, live pulp formation is provided. At the same time, while the tooth continues to function in the mouth in a healthy way, the patient's pain complaints end.
Regenerative endodontics treatment is not suitable for all patients and is generally more suitable for young patients.
2. Pulp capping
Pulp therapy aims to maintain the vitality of the pulp. For this reason, the tooth is covered with material after the infection has been removed.
Direct Pulp Capping: When the pulp is exposed, it is covered with a biocompatible material to maintain its vitality. Thus, the tooth continues to function without the need for crown treatment.
Indirect Pulp Capping: If the decay has not yet progressed to the roots and is very close to the pulp, it is covered with a material to allow the pulp to repair itself.
3. Pulpotomy
Pulpotomy treatment is performed when the pulp is exposed but still viable. During the treatment, the infected part of the pulp is removed and the healthy part is left in the tooth. It is then covered with a biocompatible material such as MTA.
Pulpotomy is more suitable for young and paediatric patients. Because the pulp regenerates more easily in young people. In older people, the pulp is more fibrous. Since the blood flow will be slower, the probability of failure is higher.
4. Tooth extraction
Tooth extraction is an alternative to root canal treatment. To replace your tooth, you can also consider options such as a bridge or dental implant in Turkey.
5. Antibiotics
Antibiotics are not an alternative to root canal treatment. It only helps to manage the infection in the area. If left untreated, the infection will become severe again. Therefore, the process should be managed with root canal treatment or an alternative treatment.
6. Watchful waiting
A Turkish dentist first examines the patient and looks at the condition of tooth infection, and if the infection is at a low level, the dentist prefers this method. Patients cannot decide on this method on their own. Advanced dental infections can lead to complications.
Is extraction a permanent solution?
Although tooth extraction may seem like a permanent solution at first, additional treatment will be required to replace the new tooth after extraction.
Can medication alone be an alternative to root canal treatment?
Medication alone does not provide a solution. They only temporarily soothe the infection and toothache. After this stage, dental treatment in Turkey must be obtained.
Does a tooth infection heal on its own?
No, the infection won't heal on its own. Medication heals the infection.Then alternatives to root canal treatment can be applied.
Can I drive after a root canal?
Yes, you can use. If a method other than local anaesthesia is used, you can ask your dentist about this.
How can I decide which alternative is right for me?
Your dentist will tell you which treatment is best for you.
What is cost of root canal treatment and crown?
While cost of a dental crown in Turkey is 250€, price of root canal treatment in Turkey is 150€.
Can I smoke after root canal treatment?
It is not recommended to smoke for 48 hours after dental treatments because smoking reduces blood flow and increases the risk of infection.
If you are planning to receive an alternative to root canal treatment in Turkey, please contact us and visit Dentalis.
This blog is for informational purposes only. For detailed information, please consult a dentist.
Content