Endodontic Microsurgery

Root canal therapy, also referred to as endodontic treatment, is a dental procedure aimed at preserving a tooth with irreversible pulpitis, necrosis, or pulpal infection by removing diseased pulpal tissue, disinfecting the root canal system, and restoring the tooth’s function.

Procedure Overview

1. Diagnosis: Clinical examination and radiographic imaging are used to confirm pulpal pathology.
2. Anesthesia: Local anesthesia is administered to ensure patient comfort.
3. Access preparation: An opening is created in the tooth to gain entry into the pulp chamber.
4. Cleaning and shaping: Necrotic or infected pulp is removed, and the canal system is mechanically and chemically debrided and shaped.
5. Obturation: The prepared canals are sealed with a biocompatible filling material, typically gutta-percha, to prevent reinfection.
6. Restoration: The access cavity is sealed temporarily, often followed by placement of a full-coverage crown by your dentist to restore structural integrity.

Purpose
To eliminate infection, alleviate pain, and maintain the natural dentition, thereby preserving occlusal function and preventing the need for extraction.