Getting to the root of lifelong dental health

The word ‘endodontics’ comes from the ancient Greek meaning ‘inside the tooth’. As this suggests, endodontics is concerned with the health of the inner part of the tooth, primarily in the root canals where many tiny blood vessels and nerves are stored.

Problems arise when the soft pulp in the canals becomes infected, which can be caused by bacteria entering through decay, a crack in the tooth or even following tooth trauma after an accident. When this happens, a root canal procedure is necessary in order to preserve the natural tooth. Failure to treat a tooth infected in this manner will almost certainly result in the need for an extraction, quite possibly following severe toothache.

Getting to the root of lifelong dental health

The word ‘endodontics’ comes from the ancient Greek meaning ‘inside the tooth’. As this suggests, endodontics is concerned with the health of the inner part of the tooth, primarily in the root canals where many tiny blood vessels and nerves are stored.

Problems arise when the soft pulp in the canals becomes infected, which can be caused by bacteria entering through decay, a crack in the tooth or even following tooth trauma after an accident. When this happens, a root canal procedure is necessary in order to preserve the natural tooth. Failure to treat a tooth infected in this manner will almost certainly result in the need for an extraction, quite possibly following severe toothache.

Here at Y Bont Faen Dental Centre, we will always endeavour to save a natural tooth and to use ‘minimally invasive’ techniques wherever possible. However, should the need for more complex treatment arise, we will always discuss options with you so you can make a fully informed decision about the best ways to restore your teeth to good health.

If you’re interested in learning more about dental implants or would like to find out if this type of surgery can transform your smile by replacing missing teeth, please contact Y Bont Faen in Cowbridge today.

Here at Y Bont Faen Dental Centre, we will always endeavour to save a natural tooth and to use ‘minimally invasive’ techniques wherever possible. However, should the need for more complex treatment arise, we will always discuss options with you so you can make a fully informed decision about the best ways to restore your teeth to good health.

If you’re interested in learning more about dental implants or would like to find out if this type of surgery can transform your smile by replacing missing teeth, please contact Y Bont Faen in Cowbridge today.