ENDODONTICS
Endodontics is a dental treatment that helps preserve a damaged, inflamed or infected tooth, avoiding extraction whenever possible.
We avoid extracting the affected tooth.
95% success rate.
Cleaning and sealing of the root canals to prevent future infections.
Personalised assessment of each case.
Endodontics specialists
Our team works with personalised diagnosis, safe treatment and fully individualised care, helping to relieve pain, eliminate infection and restore the patient’s oral health.
Dra. Desiree Brito Batista
Dentist trained at Alfonso X El Sabio University. She has a strong background in endodontics, restorative aesthetic dentistry and orthodontics, areas she has integrated throughout her clinical career.
Her current dedication focuses on modern orthodontics, interdisciplinary treatment and dental aesthetics, combining clinical experience and digital tools to improve the precision, planning and predictability of treatments.
How does endodontics help preserve the tooth?
The tooth is made up of several layers: enamel, dentin and dental pulp, located inside the tooth and composed of blood vessels and nerves. When this pulp becomes inflamed or infected, intense pain may appear and, if not treated in time, it can eventually lead to tooth loss.
At our dental clinic in Oviedo, through endodontics, we remove the affected dental pulp, clean the root canals and seal the space to prevent future infections. With proper dental care, a tooth treated with endodontics can last for many years.
What are the main symptoms?
Recognising the symptoms that may indicate the need for endodontics is important in order to treat the tooth in time and prevent the infection from progressing.
Dental pain
Intense dental pain is one of the most common symptoms. It usually appears when the dental pulp is inflamed or infected, and may increase when biting or when exposed to certain stimuli.
Tooth sensitivity
If you notice pain or sensitivity when eating or drinking hot or cold foods and beverages, it may be a sign that the dental pulp is affected and needs to be assessed.
Gum inflammation
Swelling in the gum, neck or even the face may indicate that the infection has spread beyond the root of the tooth. In some cases, urgent endodontics may be required.
Sensitive or red gums
When the gum surrounding the affected tooth is red, swollen or sensitive to the touch, there may be an infection inside the tooth.
Darkened tooth
A tooth that is darker than the rest may be a sign that the dental pulp is damaged or has lost vitality. In these cases, endodontics can help preserve the tooth and restore its functionality.
Benefits of endodontics treatment
Endodontics not only helps relieve pain, but also preserves the natural tooth and prevents more serious complications.
Pain relief
When a tooth is severely damaged or infected, it can cause intense and constant pain. Endodontics removes the infection from inside the tooth and helps control the pain.
Tooth preservation
One of the main benefits of endodontics is that it helps avoid extracting the affected tooth, preserving the natural dental structure.
Improved dental health
By treating the infection, endodontics helps prevent bacteria from spreading to other areas of the mouth or affecting nearby tissues.
Better quality of life
Keeping a natural tooth helps maintain proper chewing function and avoids problems associated with tooth loss.
Aesthetic improvement
In some cases, infected teeth may darken or lose their natural appearance. After endodontics, it may be necessary to restore the tooth to recover its aesthetics and functionality.
Early assessment and appropriate treatment can help prevent more serious complications, save the affected tooth and improve the patient’s long-term oral health.
Endodontics procedure
Endodontics is carried out safely and under local anaesthesia, so it is usually a comfortable procedure for the patient.
Before performing endodontics, at Clínica Dental Sicilia we always carry out an assessment and diagnosis of the affected tooth in order to plan the case properly.
Access and cleaning
To access the infected dental pulp, a small opening is made in the crown of the tooth. Through this opening, the root canals are cleaned and the inflamed or infected tissue is removed.
Root canal disinfection
After cleaning the canals, they are carefully disinfected to remove bacteria and prepare the inner space of the tooth before sealing it.
Filling and sealing
Once the canals have been disinfected, they are filled with a specific filling material and sealed to prevent reinfection.
Dental reconstruction
After endodontics, it may be necessary to rebuild the tooth with a restoration, inlay or dental crown, especially if the tooth has been weakened by decay, fracture or infection.
Endodontics to preserve your teeth
At Clínica Sicilia, we perform endodontics treatments with the aim of saving damaged teeth, relieving pain and restoring the patient’s oral health.
If you need to have an affected tooth assessed or you are experiencing discomfort, book an appointment and we will help you find the most suitable treatment.
