Endodontics

Endodontics plays a crucial role in saving natural teeth and maintaining oral health. If you suspect an issue with your tooth’s pulp, consult a dentist or endodontist as soon as possible for early treatment.

Endodontics Overview

Endodontics is a specialized branch of dentistry focused on diagnosing and treating issues related to the dental pulp (the soft tissue inside the tooth) and root canals. The most common procedure in endodontics is a root canal treatment, which helps save teeth that might otherwise need to be extracted.

What is Endodontic Treatment?

Endodontic treatment involves treating infection, inflammation, or damage within the tooth’s pulp and root canals. If left untreated, pulp infections can lead to severe pain, abscesses, and tooth loss.

Common Endodontic Procedures

1. Root Canal Treatment
🔹 Used to treat deep cavities, cracked teeth, or infections.
🔹 The infected pulp is removed, the canal is cleaned, disinfected, and sealed.
🔹 A dental crown is usually placed to restore the tooth’s strength.

2. Pulpotomy (Common in Children)
🔹 Only the infected part of the pulp is removed, while the healthy portion is preserved.
🔹 Often done in baby teeth to prevent premature loss.

3. Apicoectomy (Root End Surgery)
🔹 If a root canal fails, a small surgical procedure is done to remove the tip of the tooth’s root and seal it.

4. Cracked Tooth Treatment
🔹 If a tooth is cracked but not fully broken, endodontic procedures help restore and strengthen it.

 

Why Might You Need Endodontic Treatment?
  • You may need endodontic care if you experience:
    ✔ Severe tooth pain (especially when chewing).
    ✔ Prolonged sensitivity to hot or cold.
    ✔ Swollen gums or an abscess near the tooth.
    ✔ Tooth discoloration (indicating nerve damage).
Aftercare & Recovery

✔ Mild discomfort is normal for a few days.
✔ Avoid chewing hard foods until fully healed.
✔ Maintain good oral hygiene to prevent future infections.

Endodontic treatments help save natural teeth, prevent extractions, and restore a healthy smile. Would you like to know more about pain management or cost estimates?

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