What does “Root canal obturation” mean?
Root canal filling is a stage of root canal treatment in which the passage inside the root of a cleaned and shaped tooth is filled and sealed with material. The location and purpose are different from fillings that fill holes on the outside of teeth.
What space does it fill?
Remove inflamed and infected tissue and fill the cleaned root canal. Generally, gutta-percha and sealer are used, and the material and method are selected according to the condition of the root canal.
What is checked before the canals are filled?
The working length, cleaning and shaping, symptoms, and internal condition are assessed. Filling material cannot replace disinfection, so the preceding steps and the seal are considered together.
Does the treatment end with a root canal filling?
The upper part of the tooth must still be properly restored after the root canals are filled. Leaving a temporary filling too long or developing a gap can allow the interior to become contaminated again.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are root canal filling and resin filling the same treatment?
Root canal filling seals the passage inside the root, and resin filling primarily restores crown defects. It can be performed in different stages on one tooth.
What should I do if pain continues after root canal filling?
If discomfort persists when chewing or swelling occurs, check with your treating dentist. Reevaluate the course of pain and the status of bite and infection.
Questions needed to understand root canal fillings
Learn what the term means and how it relates to your dental condition.
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What is the next restoration for a root canal filling?
Explanation and evidenceConfirm the plan for the final filling or crown according to the remaining tooth tissue and the forces it must withstand.
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What does the re-examination check?
Explanation and evidenceSymptoms and healing around the root on follow-up imaging are assessed together.
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