ERRORS AND COMPLICATIONS IN ENDODONTIC TREATMENT

Endodontic treatment, commonly known as root canal therapy, is a vital procedure in saving teeth that have been compromised by decay, trauma, or infection. While the success rate of endodontic therapy is generally high, various errors and complications can occur during the procedure, which may lead to treatment failure. This article reviews the most common endodontic errors, their causes, potential consequences, and methods of prevention.