Endodontics is the process of removing the tooth nerve and its blood vessels, and therefore the vitality of the damaged tooth. The root canal of a tooth is necessary when the nerve inside becomes inflamed or infected, either by decay or the influence of trauma. A Dentist in Kelowna can perform said procedure in an hour or less, unless problems arise during the process. However, rest assured that the entire treatment will take no longer than one visit.
Advantages of endodontics
• Natural tooth extraction.
• Removes dental infections and other consequences such as halitosis.
• Prevents loss of bone that supports the tooth.
• The mobility and movement of the adjacent teeth is avoided.
• Avoids more expensive dental treatment.
Not treating decay early enough may result in damaging the dental nerve, which will show signs of inflammation and severe pain. Subsequently, decay can attack the bone and other surrounding tissues. In this case, a root canal is needed to avoid the loss of the tooth and to rehabilitate the damaged part. This treatment involves removing the affected part of the tooth, including the nerves and root of the crown. It also means cleaning the ducts, completely disinfect and fill the channels with biocompatible materials.
If the tooth is incapable of being regenerated, it’s advisable to insert a crown on the tooth to prevent further fractures.
Phases of Treatment
The phases of endodontics are:
• Open: An opening is made in the crown of the tooth.
• Instrumentation and irrigation: The pulp is removed from the pulp chamber and root canals. Very fine instruments are used, called limes, to clean and prepare to seal ducts.
• Duct sealing: When the ducts are completely clean and free of infection, they are filled and sealed with material that prevents re-entry of bacteria.
Importance of root canals
The inflammation of dental nerves is so painful that it’s better to perform the root canal well in advance of the pain actually happening. Root canals are done to avoid having to remove the tooth itself. If not done, the tooth continues to degenerate, and the infection will become increasingly overwhelming and a Dentist in Kelowna will be left with no alternative but to perform a tooth extraction. For more information, contact Glenmore Dental.
