Root canal treatment in Terrassa
Teeth have channels inside them that house the tooth pulp, commonly referred to as the dental nerve. When the pulp is damaged due to very deep decay, it must be removed. This procedure is called a root canal.
What is root canal treatment for?
We often see patients at our dental clinic in Terrassa with advanced tooth decay who need root canal treatment to save their teeth. Root canal treatment is a procedure that treats the inside of the tooth and allows you to keep your natural teeth, the surrounding bone and gums, as well as their functionality.
Our endodontic experts in Terrassa will help you with your treatment to preserve your natural smile, eat comfortably and, with proper care, ensure that your most damaged teeth can last as long as the rest of your teeth.
When is a root canal needed?
We perform root canal treatments when the pulp, commonly known as the nerve, is irreversibly affected by deep cavities, trauma or endoperiodontal lesions. In these cases, the tooth may become sensitive to cold, heat or chewing. The pain may be intermittent or constant, and during this time the tooth may even change colour or abscesses or fistulas may appear in the gum.
In addition, our endodontic experts in Terrassa also recommend this treatment for patients with teeth that require extensive grinding for the subsequent placement of crowns or bridges.
Deep cavities can impair the quality of life of the affected person, so our recommendation is that, at the first sign of tooth decay, you make an appointment with your dentist as soon as possible.
What is the root canal procedure like at our clinic in Terrassa?
At Estoclinic (Terrassa), we follow a series of steps to achieve the objectives of the root canal. The root canal procedure consists of:
- We apply local anaesthesia to the area to be treated, thus minimising discomfort during the procedure.
- The dental pulp is removed, eliminating the damaged tissue and cleaning the area to ensure it is free of bacteria.
- We proceed to fill or seal the canals of the affected tooth with a filling.
- We schedule a series of check-ups to ensure that everything is progressing as expected.
Real-life cases from our patients
How many sessions are necessary?
In most cases, endodontic treatments can be performed in a single session. If the patient’s clinical situation, the technical difficulty of the case, or other parameters require it, two or more sessions may be necessary, always at the discretion of the endodontist performing the treatment.
Is there an alternative to endodontics?
Our priority is always to try to preserve natural teeth. When this is not possible, the alternative is extraction and replacement of the tooth, but it should be noted that no form of replacement, not even an implant, can compete with a natural tooth in terms of aesthetics or functionality.
The only three contraindications for not keeping a tooth in the mouth through root canal treatment are: the presence of a vertical fracture, an unfavourable crown-to-root ratio, or insufficient periodontal support.
