Endodontics

  (Root Canal)

What is Endodontics? Endodontics deals with infected teeth, which are usually caused by tooth decay. Considering this, endodontics is the part of dentistry that focuses on infections and other problems that are centered around the tooth's root, nerve, or pulp.

Sometimes, the tooth's decay can be so advanced that it affects the tooth's pulp. The pulp is the inner tissue that contains blood, nerves, and connective tissue. So how can that be fixed? Endodontics is the answer.

A root canal is an endodontic treatment that can solve these problems. A root canal removes the nerve and the infected tissue from the decayed or infected tooth. It does this in order to protect the affected tooth.

Contrary to popular myth, endodontic procedures do not need to be painful or even uncomfortable. However, the endodontic procedures, such as root canals, should be done without delay. If the infection is not cured, it can spread to and damage surrounding tissue and even damage the jaw bone.

Endodontic Abscess

Post Endodontic Therapy (Root Canal Treatment)

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