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Devo fare una devitalizzazione?

Do I need a root canal?

Pronunciation

de-vi-ta-liz-za-TSYO-ne — seven syllables. Stress on 'zio'. Say it slowly: de-vi-ta-liz-za-zio-ne.

When to use it

Ask when the dentist mentions treating the root. Important to understand what procedure is being proposed.

What it means

'Devitalizzazione' is the Italian term for root canal treatment — literally 'devitalisation' (removing the nerve/pulp). It is also called 'trattamento endodontico' in medical language. 'Devo fare' (do I have to do / do I need) is a common structure for asking about necessary actions.

Variations

È doloroso il trattamento canalare?

Is root canal treatment painful?

'Trattamento canalare' = root canal treatment — alternative term

Quante sedute ci vogliono per la devitalizzazione?

How many sessions does root canal treatment take?

'Seduta' = session. Can take 1-3 appointments

Dopo la devitalizzazione serve una corona?

After root canal treatment, is a crown needed?

Crowns are often recommended after root canal to protect the tooth

Mini Dialogue

— Devo fare una devitalizzazione? — Sì, la polpa del dente è infetta. È necessario rimuoverla. — Fa male? — Le faremo l'anestesia locale. Durante il trattamento non sentirà dolore. Dopo potrebbe avere un lieve fastidio. — Quanto costa? — Dipende dal numero di canali. Le do un preventivo preciso.

— Do I need a root canal? — Yes, the tooth pulp is infected. It is necessary to remove it. — Does it hurt? — We will give you local anaesthesia. During the treatment you will not feel pain. Afterwards you may have some mild discomfort. — How much does it cost? — It depends on the number of canals. I will give you a precise estimate.

Cultural Note

Root canal treatment in Italy is almost exclusively done in private dental studios. Costs range from €200–600 depending on whether it is a single-root or multi-root tooth. Specialist endodontists ('endodontisti') charge more but handle complex cases. Many Italian dentists use operating microscopes ('microscopio operatorio') for precision. Post-treatment crowns cost an additional €400–800.

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