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Oral infections sometimes reach the innermost part of the tooth, affecting even the root of the tooth. A dentist will always try to preserve the patient’s original tooth. For this reason, it is often necessary to perform one of the most common procedures in dental offices: endodontics. Our conservative dentistry service includes an expert endodontist in Ibiza as well as an expert endodontist in Eixample, Barcelona, who will perform root canal treatment when necessary. A way to treat and eliminate the patient’s pain while keeping their original teeth functional.
Deep infections, trauma or other types of pathologies that end up affecting the root of the tooth can lead to the need for endodontics. Commonly, root canals are referred to as “killing the nerve,” a term that does not fully disclose all that is involved in the treatment.
What does endodontics consist of?
The first step is to find out if it really needs to be done. Intense, throbbing pain and even visible inflammation on the face – the classic “phlegmon” – may indicate that we have a dental infection that may have affected the innermost part of the tooth. Other warning signs may include halitosis, tooth discoloration changes and discomfort or increased tooth sensitivity. If we notice any of these manifestations, we should immediately go to the dentist to be diagnosed and treated. A professional diagnosis is vital to know if the procedure is necessary. After analyzing the state of health of the affected tooth and examining the surrounding areas in case additional treatment is needed, the dentist will consider the procedure. If there is an infection, the dentist may first recommend taking medication to eliminate it before proceeding with the root canal treatment.
The treatment is performed under local anesthesia, so it does not cause pain to the patient, unlike the condition of a tooth in poor condition. Many people are afraid to visit the dentist in these situations, but thanks to our sedation and anaesthesia service, we minimise discomfort and pain in all treatments, including root canals, at our centres in Eixample, Barcelona, and Ibiza.
The dentist is responsible for cleaning and healing all the damaged tissue of the dentition, down to the pulp, including the root tissues that form the root. Once the affected tissues have been removed, the endodontist proceeds to fill the cavity with top-quality materials to restore the tooth’s functionality. Tissue reconstruction may include additional treatments, but the dentist will always try to preserve as much of the original tissue of the tooth as possible, including the crown.
Postoperative period and patient health after endodontic treatment
Both our endodontist in Ibiza and our endodontist in Eixample, Barcelona, perform the procedure in a single session. The patient will notice the effects of the anesthesia, which will gradually disappear as the hours go by. Your dentist will give you a series of basic tips for the next few days after the intervention, but the truth is that it is a treatment with a high success and recovery rate, and even fast. Although at first it is advisable not to chew on the side of the mouth where the treated tooth is located, the truth is that you will soon be able to regain functionality. Your dentist will be able to prescribe painkillers to treat the area in the following hours and will accompany and advise you with a subsequent follow-up. Hygiene is essential in this area, especially in the first few days, but you will not need to carry out any specific maintenance.
We perform root canal treatments at our dental clinics in Eixample (Barcelona) and Ibiza with the complete confidence of having the best dental professionals at your disposal. Meet our facilities and our medical team to know everything we can offer to your dental health and that of your loved ones.
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