Endodontics

Endodontics is a dentistry field involved with the pathology & biology of the dental pulp & root tissues of the tooth. It focuses on the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of injuries and diseases of the dental pulp. Endodontics also comprises the primary and clinical sciences of the normal dental pulp along with associated periradicular conditions. The main objective of endodontic treatment is to remove the diseased pulp. The procedure includes removal of pulpal tissue, cleaning, shaping of the root canal system, sterilise the contaminated root canals, and filling the root canal system with a thermoplastic material, usually gutta-percha or acid-etched resin material to prevent re-infection & helps to periradicular healing.

In case you have an infection or suffering from decay, this will help in the removal of painful and infected pulp and clean the canal system. Then the canal will be sealed so that no further infection can occur. The above-mentioned method is about root canal treatment, which is one of the best and major endodontic treatments which is a commonly performed endodontic procedure. It helps in preserving the natural tooth in place and maintains the natural shape and curvature of your face and jaw. The procedure helps in preventing tooth loss and tooth removal in a safe, clean, and supportive environment. The endodontics always intend to be conservative and save as much of your natural tooth structure.