Request an APPOINTMENT English Contact +34 965 124 365 THE CLINIC OUR TEAM SPECIALTIES KRANION CLINIC BLOG CONTACT START Endodontics What is endodontics? It is the part of dentistry that deals with the study, pathology and treatment of the dental pulp. Of associated injuries, complications and sequelae of previous endodontic treatments, and tooth malformations. Caries, dental trauma and periodontal disease are the most frequent causes for which the dental pulp is irreversibly damaged. When this happens, the only alternative to preserve the tooth is to remove the diseased or necrotic pulp, sealing the space created as tightly as possible. Is endodontics "killing the nerve" ? In nineteenth century dentistry there was a procedure based on the local application of arsenic trioxide with the purpose, precisely, to cause an aseptic necrosis of the pulp, effectively "killing the nerve" and thereby mitigating the pain of pulp inflammation, but It is a dangerous treatment with poor results because aseptic necroses end up being septic, which is why it was stopped, however the name "killing the nerve" has remained. Currently it is preferable to call it endodontic treatment, root canal treatment or pulp therapy. When is a root canal necessary? In those cases in which an irreversible lesion of the pulp has occurred, either due to caries, trauma, associated periodontal disease, etc. Or because it is expected that it will be irreversibly damaged in the course of treatments such as dento-maxillary surgery, prosthetic carvings or extensive restoratives. Are endodontic treatments dangerous? No, endodontic treatments are not very aggressive procedures. In the vast majority of cases, much less aggressive than its alternative, extraction. Does endodontics have contraindications? Like all treatments there are some contraindications, which your dentist will inform about. Are many sessions necessary for a root canal? No, most cases can be resolved by appointment. Are endodontic treatments successful? In general, they are treatments with good expectations, approximately 85% of cases are resolved successfully. However, given the great complexity and intricacies of the duct system, rigorous cleaning and shaping is sometimes not possible. Is it necessary to always turn to a specialist in Endodontics? No. Most endodontic treatments can be successfully performed by a general dentist. Is a root canal forever? Root canal or endodontic treatment is effective as long as the sealing of the pulp chamber space remains germ-free. It is generally accepted that the duration of root canal treatment is similar to or longer than that of the restoration that reconstructs the tooth, with failure of this being the first cause of late endodontic failure. Our specialists Dr. Isabel Barro Augustín Degree in Dentistry from the University of Santiago de Compostela. Master of Endodontics from the Alfonso X el Sabio University of Madrid. Título de experto en Odontología Estética por la Universidad Rey Juan Carlos de Madrid. Curso de formación avanzada en Oclusión, Disfunción Craneomandibular y Dolor Orofacial de Clínica Kranion. Postgrado en endodoncia avanzada y microendodoncia. Universidad de Valencia. Dra. Pilar Valverde Rubio Licenciada en Odontología por la Universidad de Murcia. Máster de Endodoncia por la Universidad de Valencia. Dr. Josep Picó Orozco Licenciado en Odontología por la Universidad de Valencia. Diplomado en Odontología médico-quirúrgica hospitalaria. Hospital Dr. Peset - Universidad de Valencia. Contactar con CLÍNICA KRANION Calle Callosa del Segura, 1 Entlo 03005 Alicante +34 965 124 365 atencionpaciente@clinicakranion.com Novedades en Clínica Kranion Advanced Training Course in Occlusion, Craniomandibular Dysfunction, Orofacial Pain and Oral Sleep Medicine Warning signs and symptoms of craniomandibular dysfunction Self-care for patients with craniomandibular dysfunction Dental hygiene tips: daily brushing and flossing 2015 © CLÍNICA KRANION Calle Callosa del Segura, 1 Entlo 03005 Alicante Telephone: +34 965 124 365 Mobile: 615 560 570 Fax: +34 965 135 546 Email: atencionpaciente@clinicakranion.com Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Follow us on: Terms of Use / Privacy Notice