Services
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Dr. Roberto Careddu provides comprehensive and advanced endodontic services tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient.
Vital Pulp Therapy
Ocasionally, the dental pulp (nerve) may become exposed due to factors such as deep decay or traumatic incidents like fractures. When the pulp remains vital (alive) despite the exposure, we have an opportunity to preserve the tooth’s vitality. This can be achieved through a procedure known as Vital Pulp Therapy.
Taking into consideration the specific clinical situation, I employ precise techniques. These methods are aided by an operative microscope to evaluate the condition of the pulp. Depending on the findings, I may choose to directly cap the dental pulp or partially remove it before applying advanced hydraulic cement. These specialized materials facilitate the healing process and support the continued vitality of the tooth.
Maintaining the vitality of the tooth is particularly crucial. This is especially important in younger patients, as it allows for the complete development of the tooth’s roots. Through the specialized approach of Vital Pulp Therapy, tailored to each patient’s unique needs, I strive to ensure the long-term health and integrity of your smile.
Root Canal Treatment
Root Canal Treatment is a fundamental procedure performed when the dental pulp is irreversibly damaged. It becomes necessary when the pulp is either deceased or severely inflamed beyond recovery. The primary objective of this treatment is to carefully eliminate the compromised pulp. This ensures thorough disinfection and proper shaping of the intricate canal system. The final step involves sealing the canals effectively.
This procedure serves crucial medical purposes. Firstly, it provides relief from intense tooth pain, significantly improving the patient’s overall well-being. Additionally, by eliminating the source of infection, Root Canal Treatment prevents the spread of harmful bacteria to adjacent teeth and surrounding oral structures. This preserves oral health and promotes overall well-being. It is an effective approach that allows for the preservation of natural teeth. This helps avoid the need for extraction and restores both functionality and aesthetics.
Retreatment
Retreatment is a necessary procedure conducted when a previous root canal treatment proves ineffective due to inadequate initial intervention or a compromised immune response. Its primary objective is to address persistent issues and rectify any shortcomings, ensuring the restoration of dental health and promoting lasting results.
Through meticulous evaluation and advanced techniques, my approach involves thorough disinfection and reshaping of the canals. By eliminating recurrent infection, inflammation, or discomfort, I aim to optimize the healing process and provide durable outcomes.
The focus of this treatment is centered on optimizing dental well-being and safeguarding the natural smile by effectively addressing any potential issues stemming from prior treatment. The primary objective is to identify and rectify any complications that may have arisen, ensuring the preservation of oral health and the restoration of the patient’s confident smile.
Apicoectomy
In certain cases where a conventional root canal treatment fails to resolve an infection, a surgical approach known as apicoectomy may offer the optimal solution. This technique entails making a small incision in the gum, removing the infected bone and the root tip, followed by thorough cleaning and sealing of the remaining portion of the root.
There exist several misconceptions surrounding root canals that warrant clarification.
Root canals are painful. False. Utilizing modern techniques and effective anesthetics, we can administer root canal treatments without inducing pain. While root canals may be time-consuming, they are certainly not painful.
Implants are superior to root canals. False. While dental implants serve as an excellent option for tooth replacement or situations where saving the natural tooth is unfeasible, if it is possible to preserve the natural tooth through a root canal, it is undoubtedly the superior choice.
Root canals cause tooth discoloration. False. Tooth darkening often results from the natural process of nerve death, which can be prevented through timely root canal treatment.
