Better Root Canals with Microscope Endodontics
Better Root Canals with Microscope Endodontics Root canals are one of the most commonly performed procedures in dentistry. Root canal or endodontic therapy is the removal of an infected or dead pulp in the center of the tooth. When the pulp is infected it needs to be treated to prevent the spread of infection and the destruction of healthy bones and tissues. If you’ve ever had a root canal, you know that the doctor removes tooth decay, cleans the space (along with the root canals) and seals it off. If the tooth is a molar or premolar (located in the back of the mouth), it is usually secured with a dental crown to brace the remaining tooth. Greater Accuracy and Precision Many dentists use manual instruments to clean the root canal in the tooth root and the space that houses the dental pulp. In most cases,…
