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Endodontic treatment to remove pain and infection and keep your natural tooth, with biological materials and local anaesthetic.
It is the dental specialty that deals with the treatment of the nerve of teeth that have been previously damaged or infected due to caries lesions and/or trauma. Although endodontic treatment, or 'root canal therapy' as it is commonly known, is the specialty where the work done by the professional is less visible, it is the foundation for the success of placing crowns or bridges on top of the teeth.
At Somriures Dental, we have highly trained professionals in endodontics who will explain the technique's characteristics in detail. Additionally, we use the most advanced and biologically compatible materials to make the treatment as effective as possible and to avoid the need for extraction of the affected tooth. However, the professionals at Somriures Dental recommend routine check-ups every 6 months to detect any of the aforementioned causes as early as possible, which could lead to root canal therapy, and solve the problem with a simple filling.
A strong blow to the tooth can cause irreversible internal injuries and the possibility of infections. The tooth also tends to darken.
When bacteria reach the tooth nerve, causing infection and pain.
Can lead to excessive sensitivity, so the nerve needs treatment to allow the patient to return to normal life.
When a crown needs to be placed on one or more teeth.
Create an open pathway for bacteria to enter the interior of the tooth, potentially causing infections or lesions at the root tip that can spread to the bone.
The main goal of the treatment is to remove the infected or damaged nerve from the affected teeth. After thoroughly cleaning the canal, it is filled and sealed with a highly biocompatible material to restore the tooth's function and eliminate pain. The entire procedure is performed under local anaesthesia to ensure the patient feels no pain. Thanks to this treatment, we avoid the need for tooth extractions that were previously necessary, making it much less invasive and more conservative for the patient.
Do teeth weaken after a root canal? The answer is no, although it is essential that after the treatment, it is restored either with a filling, a post and crown, etc., to properly seal the tooth and restore its function. Sometimes, the tooth that underwent root canal therapy may suffer a fracture of the filling or crown due to causes such as bruxism, or a reactivation of the previously treated infectious focus, so it may need to be extracted. How many sessions are necessary? Typically, a single session of 30 minutes to an hour is sufficient. However, the professional will determine if additional sessions are needed based on the condition of the tooth. Does it hurt after treatment? There may be discomfort during chewing for a few days after treatment. Therefore, at Somriures Dental, we prescribe the necessary medication tailored to each patient to prevent or minimize this. What are the most common symptoms? Cold or heat sensitivity, pain when chewing, swelling of the face (abscess) or bad taste or pus discharge from the gums.
Every mouth is different, so we don't give fixed prices without seeing you. At the free first visit we explain your options and give you a written quote, with no obligation.
We offer tailored financing and work with the main dental insurers.
See offersWe are at Carrer d'Antoni Gaudí 27, Gavà, a few minutes by car from Viladecans, Castelldefels and Gavà Mar.
Many of our patients come from these towns: we can help you in Spanish, Catalan or English.
Google MapsNo. It is done under local anaesthetic. In fact, a root canal removes the pain caused by an inflamed or infected nerve. There may be mild discomfort for a few days.
Yes, that is its popular name. It involves cleaning out the damaged nerve inside the tooth, disinfecting the canals and sealing them.
The tooth must always be restored after a root canal, with a filling or with a post and crown, depending on how much tooth is left. That way it is sealed and protected.
It usually happens after a knock or nerve damage. It can be treated with internal whitening of the tooth itself.
The infection can spread to the root tip and the bone, cause an abscess or lead to losing the tooth.