After root canal treatment, discoloration of the teeth often occurs. This color change does not cause a problem in the back teeth, but it causes aesthetic problems in the front teeth. Sometimes changes up to dark brown can be observed in the front teeth.
After root canal treatment performed according to the rules, the color change either does not occur at all or is so minimal that it does not cause a problem. However, some mistakes made during root canal treatment may cause color change. One of the mistakes that causes color change is not removing all of the nerve tissue. Another reason is that canal filling materials are left in the crown part of the tooth.
Treatment of discolored teeth
There are several options to meet the aesthetic expectations of patients whose teeth change color after root canal treatment. .
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Single tooth whitening
Single tooth whitening (devital whitening, intracronal whitening) can be performed for the treatment of discolored teeth. In single tooth whitening, the whitening agent is placed inside the tooth and covered with a temporary filling. This process is repeated every two days until the color of the tooth reaches the desired level.
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Laminate veneer
In cases where the whitening process does not give results, porcelain veneer or composite laminate can be applied. With laminate application, extremely aesthetic results can be achieved without any abrasion on the tooth.
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Porcelain tooth coating
Cracked, broken teeth. In cases where there is material loss, porcelain veneers are the best option. Porcelain veneers not only repair the tooth but also meet the aesthetic expectations of the patient.
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