1. When the dental pulp presents an irreversible inflammation, with spontaneous pain

2. When the pulp becomes dead and it compromises the root’s surrounding structure, causing inflammation and/or infection.

3. When the tooth becomes necessary as a support for a fixed prosthesis. 

One or more sessions may be necessary, depending on the tooth’s initial condition and the complexity of the treatment.

After performing the root canal, the tooth is recovered via a dental crown, or any other work that will restore the lost function. You should perform the treatment within your dentist’s recommended time frame.

If you stop the treatment midway, you may jeopardize your tooth’s viability.

Yes, but this is not a common occurrence.

Sometimes, devitalized teeth may darken a little, but with the most modern techniques, this is a very rare occurrence.

In any case, there are always treatments for darkened teeth, such as internal ning treatments.

To avoid dental crown fracture and contamination of the canal by microorganisms present in saliva, the tooth’s restoration should take place as soon as possible.

You should follow your dentist’s recommended control plan.