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Root Canal Treatment and Dental Crowns, In some cases, many dentists resort to treatment methods to preserve the treated tooth after it has been damaged, affecting the roots and nerves. Therefore, it is necessary to ensure that there is no nerve problem before performing any type of therapeutic or cosmetic procedure on the teeth. To achieve the best results and prevent other problems from appearing.

Based on that, we will present the most important information related to root canal treatment and also about dental crowns or caps. Follow us in this article.

Root Canal Treatment and Dental Crowns

When the damaged tooth is exposed to severe decay that reaches the nerves and roots, it may require intensive treatment to get rid of any damage to the tooth itself.

Root canal treatment is one of the therapeutic methods that work to repair and protect the damaged or affected tooth pulp. The tooth pulp is an area that includes all nerves, tissues, and blood vessels related to the tooth. This area becomes inflamed or damaged due to exposure to severe decay or repeated procedures and adjustments, or by installing previous fillings. If left untreated, it can cause abscesses and severe inflammation.

Many people feel anxious and afraid of removing the nerve, which may affect the health and function of the teeth. However, when removed, it does not cause any damage to the vital functions of the mouth.

As for dental crowns, they are a type of construction used to protect and cover the damaged tooth after treatment for decay or other damage, especially since the tooth is easily exposed to fracture due to its weakness. Therefore, a crown or dental cap is installed from some strong and durable materials that can withstand constant pressure and chewing. It can also be used to give an aesthetic appearance to the front teeth.

What is Nerve Inflammation?

Nerve inflammation is a pathological condition that occurs to a person due to neglecting dental health and treatment after the teeth are damaged. It can occur in one nerve or a group of nerves, and the resulting symptoms vary depending on the type of nerve and its function. The types of nerve inflammation include the following:

• Inflammation in the sensory nerves: Its symptoms include numbness or lack of sensation of any pain in the affected area.
• Inflammation in the motor nerves: This type leads to weakness of the teeth and muscles, and they become easily damaged.
• Inflammation in the mixed nerves: It causes severe complications to appear, but it rarely occurs compared to the previous types.

Causes Leading to Root Canal Treatment

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There are some common causes or factors that lead to nerve inflammation, as follows:

• Exposure to mechanical trauma: This occurs due to exposure to severe pressure or localized injury to the affected area, leading to nerve inflammation and damage.

• Blood vessel problems: The appearance of some problems with blood vessels that lead to their damage and bleeding, which causes the nutrition not to reach the nerves, resulting in severe inflammation.

• Infection: When a person is exposed to some infectious diseases, it is possible for the nerves to become infected, such as polio, leprosy, or shingles.

• Exposure to chemical trauma: Nerve damage occurs when a person is exposed to metal poisoning such as mercury or lead, or through exposure to some effects or damage resulting from vaccination.

• Other causes: It is possible for nerve inflammation to occur due to diseases such as diabetes or immunodeficiency and vitamin deficiencies.

Method of Treating Tooth Nerve

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Tooth nerve treatment can be done through several methods, which we will discuss in the following paragraphs:

• Treating the underlying cause

When the main cause of tooth nerve inflammation is identified, the nerve will heal, and the pain will gradually subside. If you experience any pain, you must inform the doctor to treat it before it becomes severe. The cause may be:

1. Tooth decay: It is completely treated, and then the cap is placed on the affected tooth.
2. Gum inflammation: The doctor prescribes some medications and antibiotics that help get rid of bacteria and germs.

• Removing and eliminating the nerve

In case the nerve is severely damaged and difficult to treat, it is removed permanently to repair the damaged tooth and get rid of nerve inflammation. This is done through several steps as follows:

1. Initially, the doctor removes all the existing decay.
2. Then, they make an incision or opening in the tooth until they reach the nerve.
3. The doctor uses special tools for the nerve removal procedure and removes the other damaged parts. They perform a thorough cleaning of all nerves to ensure no other damage remains after cleaning and prevent the same condition from recurring after a period. With modern developments and techniques, this procedure has become easier and faster, as X-rays can accurately identify the affected area, and then nerve and pulp cleaning can be performed.
4. Then, the doctor chooses the appropriate temporary filling until the permanent filling is prepared.
5. When the nerve is filled and the tooth is completely treated, it may require several consecutive sessions to complete.

• Tooth extraction

This is one of the options left to the patient and is considered a quick and effective solution. In some cases, the patient may need antibiotics before tooth extraction to allow the doctor to extract it accurately without spreading any inflammation or excessive pain.

However, this therapeutic method is immediate and effective, but it leads to some negatives, including:

1. Permanent loss of the tooth, which certainly affects the digestion process.
2. Excessive pressure on the gums, leading to gum diseases.

Is the Root Canal and Nerve Removal Procedure Painful?

This procedure was considered painful in the past, but with modern developments in the dental field and the use of advanced tools and techniques, this has led to a reduction in the pain resulting from this procedure compared to the past.

This procedure is performed to treat the pain felt by the patient due to damaged or broken teeth. In this case, root canal and nerve removal must be performed to reduce this pain. It is natural to experience pain after this procedure, but during the healing period, this pain will subside, and you will return to your normal life after completing this period.

Tips for Undergoing Root Canal Procedure

You can follow several tips or instructions when undergoing a root canal procedure, which can be done as follows:

• After the filling is completed in the tooth, the patient should not chew or bite on the same tooth.
• The person can return to their normal life and use the tooth as before.
• The root canal treatment period is done through one or more visits to the doctor, depending on whether the patient suffers from any problems or infections in the affected area.

Is Dental Crown Installation Painful?

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No, dental crown installation is not painful. It is possible for some pain to occur if the nerve is not removed from the tooth before placing the filling and installing the crown. This can happen in some rare cases, and anesthesia is used before placing the crown.

Root Canal Complications

There are some complications or side effects that may result from a root canal, and they may occur in some cases as follows:

• When the doctor performs the procedure, they do not find the root canals completely, but only find three canals instead of the normal four, which can cause the spread of infection to the roots and bones.
• Mismatch in the size and length of the filling with the size of the root, allowing bacteria to enter and cause severe inflammation in the damaged tooth.
• Cracks or breakage of some instruments during the procedure, which makes the tooth in a difficult condition.

To prevent these complications, you can follow the instructions and guidelines prescribed by the doctor, whether taking medications and antibiotics, and you must continue taking them until the doctor tells you to stop.

Benefits of Root Canal Treatment

Root canal treatment is an effective procedure that makes the teeth healthy without any problems in the tissues or nerves, so they can perform their function normally. The benefits of root canal treatment include the following:

• Feeling complete comfort when chewing food.
• Giving a natural and aesthetic appearance to the teeth.
• Relieving pain from the affected tooth area and feeling comfortable.

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Root Canal Treatment Cost in Egypt

The cost and price of root canal treatment in Egypt can be determined through a set of factors, including:

• The number of teeth to be treated and filled.
• The doctor’s experience and skill in properly and accurately placing fillings.
• The good reputation and fame of the center where this procedure is performed.
• The length of the treatment period in case the patient needs other treatments before the root canal or not.

Root canal treatment is performed at our Medical Center for Dental Care at reasonable prices, in addition to the offers provided by our center.

In general, root canal treatment prices in Egypt for all cases range from EGP 900 to EGP 1,500, while for children, it starts from EGP 600 to EGP 900, depending on the factors mentioned above.

When Do You Need a Dental Crown After a Filling?

The dental crown is considered one of the essential installations that protects the tooth after treatment so that it does not become damaged again. The timing of dental crown installation after the filling can be determined by the period during which the tooth will be exposed to damage or fracture due to the existing damage, or when the affected tooth with the filling suffers from severe decay that weakens the tooth and its inability to withstand the filling for a long time, in which case it is necessary to install the crown quickly to support and preserve the tooth.

As for cases with mild decay and simple fillings, this is not required because the filling may last for a long time without being exposed to fracture. The doctor can determine the period in which the crown should be installed, and it usually depends on the period during which the damage inside the tooth will increase. The crown can last for many years after installation.

Alternatives to Dental Crowns

Sometimes, some cases do not require the installation of dental crowns because it may be unsuitable, and its choice is determined by the patient’s needs and desires. Other alternatives to dental crowns can be used when it is not a suitable solution for the patient’s condition. Alternatives to crowns are divided into therapeutic and cosmetic alternatives:

• Therapeutic Alternatives to Dental Crowns

Therapeutic alternatives are methods or solutions that can be used to treat a specific dental problem and eliminate it permanently, which include the following:

1. Dental Implants: This therapeutic method is considered one of the best alternatives used when one or more teeth are lost. It is done by making implants within the jaw bones and implanting the teeth. After several months, the abutment is placed, and then the crown or cap.
2. Dental Bridges: This alternative is used when covering part of the tooth and its adjacent tooth to fill the gaps between them. A dental bridge is a single installation placed on the teeth instead of installing a single crown. It is made by taking accurate measurements and sizes of the tooth.
3. Dentures: This is considered an old alternative used in cases where one or more teeth are missing or all teeth are missing. It is used when dental implants are not a suitable option and is used temporarily.

• Cosmetic Alternatives to Dental Crowns

These alternatives aim to repair and improve the outward appearance of the teeth and enhance the smile after the teeth have been affected by some problems. These alternatives include:

1. Dental Veneers: This alternative is considered one of the most prominent and well-known cosmetic methods widely used in clinics and medical centers. It includes the famous Hollywood Smile procedure, which helps achieve a healthy smile. Veneers are thin layers that work to enhance the outward appearance of natural teeth without any damage such as yellowing or staining.
2. Orthodontic Treatment: Orthodontic treatment is considered one of the best solutions that has been used in the dental field for a long time, as it works to treat the entire jaw, in addition to treating misaligned and crooked teeth and filling the gaps between teeth, or if teeth do not grow naturally. It consists of metal wires placed on the outer surface of the teeth.

Number of Root Canal Treatment Sessions

The nerve removal procedure is performed over a period ranging from one to three sessions until it is completed. As for root canal treatment, it can be done in a single session only. However, these sessions may increase depending on the patient’s health condition and also if the inflammation is severe.

For cases with mild inflammation and no other nerve damage, it is done in a single session and does not exceed that, and ends with the installation of the cap or crown. It is known that the sessions are done through several steps to treat and complete it.

Best Medical Center for Dental Treatment and Cosmetics

The Medical Center for Dental Care is considered one of the best medical centers in Egypt and the Middle East, as it provides a range of prosthetic treatments for missing teeth and treatment using modern and advanced technologies and devices. It also has high experience in the field of dentistry, which includes the largest and best number of doctors. Distinguished and well-known in the medical arena, this is why our medical center for dental care is known for its good reputation and its specialized work team that provides all medical and health care services at the highest level of quality and efficiency standards.

It also offers a number of specialties related to dental treatment and beautification of all different types, such as performing dental implants using the latest methods and effective tools, orthodontics for all ages, whether for children or the elderly, prosthodontics in its various forms, performing general surgery with laser or the traditional method, and the cosmetics department, which includes: Multiple types to get rid of problems related to the color and natural size of teeth.