Limerick Endodontics

Endodontic treatment is necessary when the pulp becomes inflamed or infected. The inflamation or infection can have a variety of causes: deep decay, repeated dental procedures on the tooth, or a crack or chip in the tooth. In addition, a blow to a tooth may cause pulp damage even if the tooth has no visible chips or cracks. If pulp inflammation or infection is left untreated, it can cause pain or lead to an abscess.

Signs of pulp damage include pain, prolonged sensitivity to heat or cold, discoloration of the tooth, and swelling and tenderness in the nearby gums. Sometimes, there are no symptoms.

The endodontist removes the inflamed or infected pulp, carefully cleans and shapes the inside of the tooth, then fills and seals the space. Afterwards, you will return to your dentist, who will place a crown or other restoration on the tooth to protect and restore it to full function. After restoration, the tooth continues to function like any other tooth.

Endodontic re-treatments for teeth that have not healed after the first root canal treatment are also performed. In advanced cases root canal surgery is performed by making a surgical incision. Referrals from other dentists are welcome at the clinic.

As a specialist clinic

• All of our care is delivered with the aid of a powerful SURGICAL OPERATING MICROSCOPE which allows the endodontist maximum visual control in a remarkably precise manner.  With this technology we are able to view the internal structures of your tooth in detail.  Ultimately this results in impeccable results.

• We utilize advanced DIGITAL RADIOGRAPHS.  In place of conventional dental x-rays we use digital radiography sensors which minimizes the radiation exposure and improves diagnostic capabilities.