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General dentists are ideal for when you need to have your teeth
cleaned or a cavity filled. In some cases, it is best to consult an
expert. For example, orthodontists specialize in straightening and
aligning teeth, periodontists focus on gums and bone, and
endodontists deal with endodontics or issues related to tooth roots.
While general dentists may perform procedures and treatments
recommended by specialists, dental specialists are individuals who
have received additional training and decided to focus their
practice on the treatment of specific dental diseases.
Here's a crash course on endodontists and when you might need to
visit this specialist.
Understanding Endodontics
As stated by the American Dental Association, the term endodontics
derives from the Greek words “Endo” (in) and “odont” (tooth). So an
endodontist's job is to treat the inside of the teeth.
Generally, the aim of endodontics is to save the tooth. Instead of
extracting a diseased or damaged tooth, the endodontist removes
infection and decay to prevent further damage to the inside of the
tooth. Root canal treatment is the most common treatment performed
by endodontists on a patient's tooth.
During a root canal, the endodontist applies local anesthesia on the
gum tissue around the tooth and then removes the infected tissue and
pulp from inside the tooth. It then thoroughly cleans the chamber
that holds the pulp and roots, removing any remaining bacteria.
After all traces of infection have been removed and the inside of
the tooth has completely dried, the endodontist fills the chamber
and roots with a special material called gutta-percha. Depending on
how the outside of the tooth looks, the endodontist will work with
the dentist to finish the treatment by placing a crown or other type
of dental restoration on the tooth to protect it.
Bir endodontist ayrıca, bir kök kanalından sonra tamamen iyileşmeyen
bir dişi düzeltmek için ameliyat yapabilir veya diş köklerinin ucunu
alan bir ameliyat olan apikektomi gerçekleştirebilir.
Endodontistlerin yaptığı iş sıklıkla enfeksiyon ve ciddi çürüme ile
ilişkili olsa da, yaralanma nedeniyle hasar görmüş dişleri
kurtarmaya da çalışabilir.
Ne Zaman Bir Endodontiste Gözükmelisiniz?
When Should You See an Endodontist?
Birincisi, endodontistler, kök kanallarında genel diş hekimlerinden
daha fazla eğitime sahiptir. American Association of Endodontists
(AAE), diş hekimliği okuluna ilave iki senenin yanında bu uzmanların
daha iyi bir uygulamalı eğitim aldığını ve tedavi süresince daha
rahat olmanız için daha ileri teknolojiler kullanma ve tedavinin
sonuçlarının daha iyi olması konusunda daha deneyimli olduklarını
belirtmektedir. Ortalama bir endodontist, her hafta yaklaşık 25 kök
kanalı gerçekleştirirken, genel bir diş hekimi bunu genellikle
haftada iki kez gerçekleştirir.
First, endodontists have more training in root canals than general
dentists. The American Association of Endodontists (AAE) states that
in addition to the additional two years of dental school, these
specialists receive better hands-on training and are more
experienced in using more advanced technologies to make you more
comfortable during treatment and better treatment results. The
average endodontist performs approximately 25 root canals each week,
while a general dentist usually performs this twice a week.
Your general dentist can help you keep your teeth and gums clean and
healthy and can be a great resource when you have problems with your
teeth. You can also follow a complete oral hygiene routine to keep
your teeth healthy at home; This routine may include using a
toothpaste that helps prevent plaque, gingivitis, tartar build-up,
and cavities. However, if you need special treatment, such as a root
canal, it is usually better to seek help from a specialist.
