Single visit vs multiple visit endodontic treatment

Abstract

Since endodontics became a recognised speciality, there has been much discussion over how many treatment sessions are necessary to complete root canal therapy. A short-term medication, such calcium hydroxide, is administered during the interval between the cleaning and shaping session and the obturation appointment as part of multiple-visit therapy. A single-visit root canal has several benefits, including the ability to reduce the need for subsequent anaesthetic operations, gingival damage from the administration of rubber dams, and the possibility of inter-appointment leaking through interim restoration. Preoperative discomfort and pulpal infection are two factors that influence the treatment result and decide the best treatment strategy, such as a single or multi-visit course of action.