Endodontics is the treatment for removing the pulp (nerve) and, thus, avoiding tooth extraction. It is applied to fractured teeth with deep cavities and never injuries in which there is irreversible damage. The affected tooth is drilled and the pulp is removed. After it is cleaned, the pulp chamber and canals are enlarged and molded, and then the dentist will proceed to fill the tooth. The tooth is fitted with amalgam or composite or coated with a crown, if necessary. Endodontics is also known as a Root Canal in Chicago IL.
Endodontics is a complicated treatment because it is sequential, meaning it is not irreversible. Why do you get a root canal? Mainly from cavities. Furthermore, when the infection spreads to the pulp, it becomes painful and then an abscess forms. Why is a root canal services in Chicago IL frequently used on fractured teeth? Because the tooth is more fragile. An artificial crown is best if you are missing a large part of your dental crown.
A tooth consists of the crown and root. The crown has a hard outer layer, called the enamel; dentin is found below, and finally a very soft tissue body called pulp is known as the “nerve”. Tooth enamel works as a shield when this process fails, primarily due to caries. Dentin is a living tissue that is exposed to the oral environment and is usually painful when sugary foods and cold drinks are ingested. If the process continues without the intervention of a dentist, the pain becomes spontaneous often compounded; aching with hot foods and drinks and improving only when you swish water. At this time, the micro-organisms that cause dental caries have completely invaded the dentin and have reached the “nerve”. The procedure your dentist provides will eliminate pain and infection of the pulp chamber are called a root canal.
The procedure involves drilling the tooth and introducing a disinfectant (sodium hypochlorite and magnesium) to remove the contents of the pulp chamber. They will then clean (disinfect) the walls of the tooth. The procedure is painless thanks to the use of anesthetics. After cleaning the tooth, it is sealed to prevent new infections and abrasion resistant material is added. Contact Dr. Legator Saul Legator DDS to learn more.
