Rotary Endodontics in Reedley, CA

Root canal treatment, also called endodontic therapy, is necessary when the pulp of the tooth is infected following significant caries, cracks in the enamel or a trauma (shock). If the inflamed or infected pulp is left untreated, it can cause pain or lead to an abscess. This treatment involves the removal of the infected pulp, the disinfection, and the filling and sealing of the root canal system. The tooth is then restored with a permanent filling or a crown.

To clean the inside of the tooth, we use the combination of a mechanical method (instruments that remove the debris inside the pulp chamber and root canals) and a chemical method (desinfecting solution injected into the tooth to kill bacteria).

To remove the pulp from the root canals (mechanical method), the dentist uses precision instruments (endodontic files). These can be traditional manual files or electrically-powered instruments (rotary endodontic instruments).

If you are looking for rotary endodontics in Reedley, CA, this technology can be used as part of modern root canal treatment to help clean and shape the inside of an infected or damaged tooth. Rotary instruments are designed to efficiently prepare the root canal system while your dentist works to remove infected tissue and prepare the tooth for restoration.

Rotary endodontic treatment may be recommended when a tooth has deep decay, an infection, or damage affecting the dental pulp. If root canal treatment is needed, you can learn more about our root canal treatment and the options available for preserving a natural tooth.

After endodontic treatment, the tooth may require additional protection depending on its condition. A dental crown can be considered when a tooth needs additional structural support. For cases involving persistent infection around the root after previous treatment, an apicoectomy may be considered following an appropriate dental evaluation.

Your dentist will determine the most appropriate endodontic treatment based on your tooth, symptoms, and overall oral health.

Advantages of rotary endodontics

Rotary endodontic methods offer several advantages over manual root canal treatments:

• Faster treatment (often in one appointment);
• Patients feel much more comfortable during the treatment;
• More reliable;
• No unpleasant noises;
• More precision (the flexibility of instruments allows a better negotiation of curved canals);
• Higher quality treatments (more consistent).