Endodontics: Let's Save Your Teeth
What is Endodontics?
Endodontics, also known as root canal treatment, is a specialty of dentistry dedicated to diagnosing and treating diseases of the dental pulp, the living tissue found inside the teeth. This procedure should only be performed by expert endodontists. The dental pulp is composed of nerves and blood vessels that give sensitivity to the tooth.
When is Endodontic Treatment Needed?
Our endodontist in Torrevieja or Ciudad Quesada will indicate if this treatment is necessary after a thorough review of your case. However, endodontic treatment is needed when the dental pulp is damaged or infected. This can occur due to various causes, such as:
- Deep cavities: When cavities are not treated in time, they can reach the dental pulp and cause an infection.
- Dental trauma: Blows or fractures to the teeth can damage the dental pulp.
- Tooth wear: Excessive wear of the enamel and dentin can expose the dental pulp.
What Does Endodontic Treatment Involve?
Endodontic treatment consists of removing the infected dental pulp and cleaning the root canal, the space occupied by the dental pulp inside the tooth. Subsequently, the root canal is filled with a biocompatible material and the tooth is sealed.
Is Endodontic Treatment Painful?
No, endodontic treatment is not painful. Our endodontist in Torrevieja and Ciudad Quesada performs the procedure with local anesthesia, so the patient does not feel pain during the procedure.
What are the Advantages of Endodontics?
Endodontics has many advantages, such as:
- It allows saving teeth that would otherwise be extracted.
- It is an effective treatment for eliminating toothache.
- It is a durable treatment that can last for many years.
- It is a more economical alternative than tooth extraction and dental implant placement.