ENDODONTICS
Endodontic treatment deals with the pulp of the tooth and the tissues that surround it. Our specialists can partially or completely remove the pulp and seal the canal to eliminate infection, pain, and future complications.
You can read everything about endodontics, what it is, when it should be performed and what the treatment is like, as well as the benefits that this treatment brings.
For a complete study and recommendation of the best endodontic procedure, contact us.
ENDODONTICS IN CDMX AND MEXICALI
When should a root canal be performed?
A root canal is usually necessary when the pulp of the tooth is irreversibly affected. The causes can be various, among the most common are deep cavities, which have not been treated in time or trauma or injuries that have caused a fracture of the piece.
These lesions give rise to infection, inflammation and necrosis of the pulp, consequently the main symptoms and pain appear in the patient, which can be intermittent or constant and vary in intensity. Sensitivity to cold or heat, discomfort when chewing, the appearance of phlegmon or even continuous pain and darkening of the tooth may appear.
For a correct diagnosis, the specialist performs a history or guided questions to know exactly the type of pain and reaction of the tooth to certain stimuli. Likewise, x-rays are performed to verify the condition of the tooth and apply the most appropriate treatment.
How is a root canal performed?
In order for root canal treatment to be painless, the first step is to apply local anesthesia; it affects only the tooth to be treated and the surrounding area. Once the area is numb, a small canal is made in the tooth in order to reach the pulp chamber.
The area is disinfected, and the infected tissue will be extracted and the root canals will be cleaned.
Once the area is aseptic and clean, it will be filled and sealed. This phase is known as obturation.
The filling material is inserted until reaching the end of each canal until reaching the pulp chamber. The objective is to leave the tooth desensitized, and that no fluid can reach unfilled areas.
Finally, the reconstruction of the tooth will remain; the use of only composite or including a post, an inlay or a crown will depend on each case. With all this, the aim is to strengthen the tooth and make it last.
Once the intervention is finished, a subsequent control will be carried out, which is usually after a week or months depending on each case. With a subsequent x-ray and the patient's evolution, our dentist will ensure the success of the treatment.
