Endodontics
A Modern Approach
Endodontics is the branch of dentistry concerned with the morphology, physiology and pathology of the human dental pulp, i.e. the soft tissue inside the root canal. Endodontic – or root canal – treatment is necessary when the pulp becomes inflamed or infected. The inflammation or infection can have a variety of causes: deep decay, repeated dental procedures on the tooth, or a crack or chip in the tooth. In addition, an injury to a tooth may cause pulp damage even if the tooth has no visible chips or cracks If pulp inflammation or infection is left untreated, it can caused pain or lead to an abscess.
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1. Perforation of a distal root caused by a failed root canal treatment |
2. Retreatment of the root canal and repair of the perforation site |
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(Photos by Dr. Roya Ghahraman, Maryland, USA) |
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Signs to look for include pain, prolonged sensitivity to heat or cold, tenderness to touch and chewing, discoloration of the tooth, and swelling, drainage and tenderness in the lymph nodes as well as nearby bone and gingival tissues. Endodontic treatment removes the injured pulp (soft inner tissue) of the tooth and fills and seals the space. The tooth is then restored and can function just like any other tooth.
EMS has developed a complete range of instruments to perform endodontic treatments. From cleaning the root canal to removing broken file fragments, the range of instruments available from EMS will meet the practitioner’s highest expectations.