An endodontically treated tooth root cyst formation is a rare but important problem that could occur after dental treatment. In this case, can develop as a result of infection or inflammation in the tooth root if left untreated, can have a serious impact on your dental health. Cyst fluid filled sac around the tooth root is defined as the accumulation of and usually occur as a result of inflamed tissues. Root canal therapy to save the tooth and clean out the infected tissue inside the tooth when you're done, sometimes a cyst may result in formation on the root of the tooth.
Cyst what is it and how does it occur?
An endodontically treated tooth, the root of the major causes of cysts, are not being fully cleaned during treatment of all infected tissue, or the presence of an infection in the root of the tooth is ongoing. Infected tissue accumulated at the root tip, which over time can lead to the formation of cysts. Breast cancer usually develops slowly and may not be noticed for a long time. But when they grow up, toothache, jaw bone weakness, and can even lead to tooth loss.
Such cysts are usually the root end of the tooth, i.e., the root canal ends at the point where it occurs. Completely clean the root canal during endodontic treatment, or root if overlooked during treatment if you have left at the end of a microscopic infection, this infection can cause the development of cysts over time.
Symptoms
Cyst formation in the root of the tooth treated endodontically often initially asymptomatic. However, if the cyst grows, the following symptoms may occur:
- Pain and tenderness: The cyst grows, the pain and tenderness may develop around the teeth. Tooth discomfort when chewing or applying pressure may increase.
- Swelling: Swelling of the tissues around the tooth root may occur. As the cyst grows, this swelling becomes more apparent.
- Abscess Formation: In some cases, a cyst, an abscess can turn into depending on the infection, and in this case intense pain, bad breath and there may be discharge.
- Weakness In The Jaw Bone: In the later cases, the cyst can damage the jaw bone and can lead to bone loss.
Diagnosis
Cyst formation in the endodontically treated tooth root, usually made by the dentist for X-ray imaging are detected. X-rays, shows the size and location of the cyst of the root tip. In some cases, three-dimensional imaging techniques by using a more detailed examination of the cyst may be provided. Early diagnosis and more from the growth of the cyst without causing serious problems to be treated makes it possible for.
Treatment Options
Endodontically treated tooth root cyst is detected, treatment options are usually the size of the cyst, and the condition of the teeth depends on the degree of spreading of the infection.
- What Are The Goals Of The Renewal Of Root Canal Therapy: First, that cannot be completely cleaned the infected tissues during root canal re-treatment may be necessary. By repeating the root canal treatment, root canal infection of the cyst cleaned and re-filled.
- Apikal Rezeksiyon (Kök Ucu Ameliyatı): In some cases it is seen that only the root is concentrated at the tip of the cyst. In this case, the apical resection and surgically removes the infected tissue surrounding the tip of the root of the tooth called. This method ensures the complete removal of the cyst is a surgical approach is to save the tooth.
- Tooth Extraction: If the cyst is very large or if the tooth is beyond saving, the tooth may need to be extracted. In this case, the infected roots and the cyst removed and the area is cleaned and left with the healing process. Solutions such as dentures or bridges, implants after tooth are considered.
The Healing Process
The renewal of root canal therapy or after surgery, the healing process may vary depending on the treatment method. Usually there may be mild pain and swelling for a few days, but these symptoms decreases with time. The doctor gave you antibiotics and pain relievers should be used during the healing process. Also, good oral hygiene and regular dental checkups, shots or after surgery also helps the healing process in a healthy way of progress.
Results
The cyst on the root of the tooth endodontically treated, for the timely intervention of should be considered. Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment methods the growth of the cyst and tooth loss can be prevented. Regular dental exams help you get noticed in the early stages of such problems and protects your dental health long term.
