Endodontics is an essential dental discipline that focuses on preserving teeth by treating conditions of the dental pulp, more commonly known as root canal treatment. When the dental pulp, the inner part of the tooth, becomes infected or damaged by deep decay, cracks or trauma, root canal treatment becomes necessary. This procedure involves removing the damaged pulp, disinfecting the inside of the tooth, and then sealing it to prevent reinfection. Endodontics helps relieve pain, preserve the tooth, and maintain a functional and aesthetic smile.
Root canal treatment is a highly effective procedure that saves teeth that would otherwise be doomed to extraction. It relieves pain, eliminates infection and helps preserve your smile and chewing function. It is essential to see a dentist as soon as you experience persistent tooth pain, as early treatment can help avoid serious complications. Several symptoms may indicate the need for endodontics, including:
If you experience any of these symptoms, it is essential to see a dentist as soon as possible. Early diagnosis will help determine if root canal treatment is necessary to save the tooth and relieve pain. Failing to treat a pulp condition can lead to a more serious infection, loss of the tooth, or even spread of the infection to other parts of the body, so it is important to respond quickly.
Root canal treatment is a highly effective procedure that saves teeth that would otherwise be doomed to extraction. It relieves pain, eliminates infection and helps preserve your smile and chewing function. It is essential to see a dentist as soon as you experience persistent tooth pain, as early treatment can help avoid serious complications. Several symptoms may indicate the need for endodontics including:
If you experience any of these symptoms, it is essential to see a dentist as soon as possible. Early diagnosis will help determine if root canal treatment is necessary to save the tooth and relieve pain. Failing to treat a pulp condition can lead to a more serious infection, loss of the tooth, or even spread of the infection to other parts of the body, so it is important to respond quickly.
A root canal treatment is carried out during one or more appointments by your dentist or specialist at the Centre Dentaire Fairmount.
Under local anesthesia, the dentist places a dam around the tooth to keep it dry during the procedure. Then, using precision instruments, he opens the tooth and removes the pulp, nerve tissue, bacteria and any decay present.
When the inside of the tooth is cleaned and disinfected, the dentist fills the canals with a rubber-like dental material (called gutta-percha) and seals the cavity with a filling. Next, he closes the tooth opening with a temporary or permanent sealant.
In the case of teeth that receive a lot of pressure during chewing or which are particularly fragile, the dentist will insert quartz fiber pivots into the dental canals, which will be cemented on site and will have the function of solidifying the crown. Placing a crown adds stability and reduces the possibility of fractures.
After treatment, your tooth may still be sensitive, but this will improve as the inflammation subsides and the tooth gradually heals.
Root canal treatment cannot prevent the appearance of cavities or other types of dental disease. Good oral hygiene, healthy eating habits, and regular visits to the dentist will help keep your root canal in good condition for several years.
Opportunistic dental root canal treatment has many benefits. It quickly relieves pain, preserves the tooth, avoids costly extraction, and prevents the spread of infection. Acting on time means a healthy and functional smile in the long term, preserving your oral well-being.
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