Endodontics

Důkladná diagnostika

Pomocí digitálního rentgenu (RVG) a v komplikovaných případech i 3D CBCT snímků přesně určíme rozsah zánětu, počet a tvar kořenových kanálků. Důkladné vyšetření je naprosto klíčové pro úspěch ošetření.

Local Anesthesia

Celý proces probíhá pod účinnou lokální anestezií, takže ošetření je pro vás zcela bezbolestné a komfortní.

Izolace zubu kofferdamem

Na zub se nasadí speciální gumová blána (kofferdam), která ošetřovaný zub dokonale izoluje od zbytku ústní dutiny. To chrání zub před kontaminací slinami a bakteriemi a zároveň brání vniknutí dezinfekčních roztoků do vašich úst.

Creating Access

A small opening is created in the crown of the tooth to gain access to the pulp chamber and root canal openings.

Cleaning and Shaping the Canals

Using an operating microscope, which provides multiple magnifications, and special flexible nickel-titanium instruments (rotary endodontics), we carefully remove infected pulp and bacteria. The canals are then shaped to an optimal form for subsequent filling. During this step, the canals are repeatedly rinsed with disinfecting solutions to ensure maximum cleanliness.

Measuring Canal Length

Using an electronic device called an apex locator, we accurately determine the precise working length of each canal with high precision. This is crucial for perfect filling to the root tip.

Filling the Canals

Once the canals are perfectly clean and dry, they are hermetically sealed. The most modern and proven method is filling with heated gutta-percha (thermoplastic obturation), which completely fills the entire complex root canal system, including its small lateral branches.

Temporary Filling

After filling the canals, the access opening is sealed with a temporary or definitive filling.

Definitive Treatment

A tooth after endodontic treatment is more fragile and prone to fracture. Therefore, it is essential to provide it with a definitive restoration as soon as possible to protect it. Depending on the extent of tooth damage, this usually involves a ceramic onlay or crown. This step is just as important as the root canal treatment itself for the long-term survival of the tooth.