Endodontics

Endodontics

What is it?

Endodontics is the discipline concerned with the long-term disinfection of canals and isthmuses within tooth roots, where healthy pulp is normally found. In the past, this procedure was improperly called a “root canal”.

In what situations?

  • Untreated tooth decay leads to irreversible inflammation of the pulp, possibly with necrosis and bone infection (granuloma, cyst, abscess).
  • A deep trauma that reaches and opens the pulp.
  • A more superficial trauma in appearance, but one that disrupts the blood supply to the pulp.
  • The need for mechanical anchorage in a strategic root, with a view to overall prosthetic reconstruction.

Stages of endodontic treatment

Endodontic treatment generally takes place in the presence of a dental “operative field” or “dam”, which acts as a barrier between the endodontium and oral fluids. Its stages are as follows:

  • Preparing access to the crown, possibly with temporary reconstruction.
  • Our dentists determine the length of each canal.
  • Shaping using a sequence of specific single-use instruments, and simultaneous disinfection with various solutions (usually chlorine-based) by a dentist specializing in root canal therapy.
  • Filling with a three-dimensional system to mold the resulting shape within the roots.
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