Endodontics

Endodontics is the specialty of dentistry that deals with prevention, diagnosis and cure with the removal of dental pulp. The dental pulp is the tissue located  inside the tooth cavity and is composed of the pulp chamber and the root canal  . Endodontic treatment is popularly known as "root canal treatment".

THE CAUSE

 

Caries is the most common cause of pulp inflammation. Among other causes and factors that can lead to endodontic treatment, we can mention dental trauma, pulp inflammation from periodontal disease infection, prosthetic need, dental abrasions, among others.

THE MOST CHARACTERISTIC SYMPTOMS

 

Spontaneous throbbing pain that increases with heat. In this case, the pulp  is still alive, but inflamed, and the use of analgesics does not resolve it. On the other hand, when  there is pulp death and abscess formation (accumulation of pus), the pain is usually well localized and there is pain when chewing. Furthermore, when you lower your head, you have the feeling that the tooth is heavy.

THE TREATMENT

 

When the dental pulp is irreversibly inflamed, infected or necrotic, endodontic treatment is necessary. Endodontic treatment consists of removing the dental pulp from the tooth, shaping the canal and filling the space previously occupied by the pulp. After the endodontic treatment is completed, the tooth will need a restoration or prosthesis to return to its normal shape and function. Radiographic control is very important, according to Dr. Cristina Tami lamamura endodontist at the Fabrício Implantes clinic, this control must also be carried out six months after the endodontic treatment to assess the success of the treatment.

THE PREVENTION

 

  • Prevention is very simple.  To avoid dental pulp diseases, follow the guidelines of our specialist  Dr. Cristina:

 

  • Properly clean your mouth after every meal. It is very important to use  dental floss/tape.

 

  • Have a balanced diet.

 

  • Make regular dental visits.

 

  • Avoid excessive consumption of sugary foods and beverages, especially  between meals. When ingesting them, brush your teeth well.

 

  • Change your brush every time the bristles lose their original shape.