Application of filling or root canal treatment in the treatment of tooth decay varies depending on the size of the decay and the damage it causes to the tooth.
- Filling Treatment
Filling treatment is preferred when the decay is limited to the surface of the tooth or to the tooth enamel or dentin layer before it goes deeper. In this case, the decay is cleaned and the resulting gap is closed with filling material.
The filling aims to restore the shape, function and aesthetics of the tooth. The filling process takes less time and is a simpler intervention aimed at preserving the natural structure of the tooth.
- Root Canal Treatment
If the tooth decay has progressed to the nerve and vascular tissue (pulp) in the center of the tooth, infection or inflammation has begun in the tooth, and in this case, root canal treatment is performed. When the pulp is damaged due to deep caries, filling alone is not enough.
The goal of root canal treatment is to clean the infected pulp and save the tooth. The pulp is removed, the root canals are cleaned and shaped, and they are filled and closed with a special material. Root canal treatment allows the tooth to be kept in the mouth instead of completely removing the tooth and prevents tooth loss.
Decision Making Process
Filling or Root Canal Treatment?
- Examination and X-ray
While evaluating the condition of the tooth, your dentist determines the depth of the decay and its effect on the nerve tissue by examining and taking x-rays.
- Symptoms
The patient’s complaints such as pain and hot-cold sensitivity also affect the treatment decision. Deep bruises that have reached the nerve tissue usually cause sensitivity and pain and require root canal treatment.
As a result, while filling treatment is performed for superficial and small caries, root canal treatment is preferred for deep caries and when nerve tissue is reached. Determining the most appropriate treatment method to preserve the health and function of the tooth depends on the detailed examination performed by your dentist.
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