At the core of your teeth is a mixture of connective tissue, nerves and living cells called pulp. Root canal treatment is a means of treating inflamed or infected pulp and endodontics is a specific dental speciality dedicated to treating this area of your teeth.
While your dentist may be able to perform some simple root canal treatment in practice, if the treatment is more complex they may want to refer you to a dentist with a special interest in endodontology or root canal treatment.
- Training
Although both general dentists and dentists with a special interest in are trained to perform root canal treatment, the team at KentEndo perform on average 25 root canals a week, while your general dentist may only perform one or two.
The team at KentEndo have also all trained to a Master’s degree or beyond. This means that on top of standard dental training, they also have an additional 2 or 3 years focusing purely on performing root canal treatment ensuring that they have the skills and the knowledge to effectively perform your root canal treatment.
- Equipment
The equipment available when you are referred to KentEndo is more sophisticated for root canal procedures than your general dentist has access to. As an example, here at KentEndo we routinely use surgical
microscopes to examine the interior of each tooth in search of tiny root canals or cracks. Since missed canals and cracks in roots are two of the most common reasons for endodontic failure, the use of magnification can enhance case outcomes, ensuring the best possible outcome to your root canal treatment.
- Higher treatment success rates
Research studies suggest that work carried out by dentists with a special
interest in root canal treatment tend to have a higher success rate. Ensuring the greatest possible potential for saving your tooth.
At KentEndo you can be safe in the knowledge that you will always receive the highest possible level of care, in a relaxed and calm environment. If you have any concerns or queries do not hesitate to ask one of team on 01622 225555.
