A device and system for use in a root canal treatment, the device having a
probe member and a handpiece for holding the elongate probe member, the
probe member having an elongate distal portion capable of being
accommodated in a root canal, said probe member comprising: at least one
treatment channel having a distal opening in said elongate distal
portion, said at least one treatment channel being configured for
enabling operation of a suitable root canal treatment tool via said
distal opening; at least one illumination channel comprising a first
light guide having a first proximal end configured for optical coupling
to a light source system, and a second distal end in said distal portion
for illuminating internal regions of the root canal during operation of
said device; at least one light collection channel comprising a second
light guide having a first proximal end configured for optical coupling
to an imaging system, and a second distal end located in said distal
portion for collecting and transmitting light reflected from internal
regions of the root canal to said proximal end during operation of said
device. A number of methods for monitoring and carrying out various
dental treatments are provided.