endodontic

Inside the tooth

Endodontic refers to the branch of dentistry concerned with the dental pulp and tissues surrounding the root of a tooth.

Root canals are the most common endodontic procedure: She was referred to an endodontic specialist for the infected molar.

pathology

necrosis

Localized cell death

inflammationProtective tissue response
abscessLocalized pus collection
pulpitisDental nerve inflammation

granuloma · infection · cyst · resorption · fistula

procedures

retreatment

Repeated therapeutic intervention

debridementRemoving damaged tissue surgically
irrigationArtificial water supply for agriculture
nonsurgicalNot requiring an operation

revascularization

symptoms

ache

Persistent dull discomfort

throbbingRhythmic painful pulsing
sensitivityResponsiveness to stimuli
discomfortMild physical or mental distress

swelling · tenderness · pulsating

anatomy

root

Underground absorbing structure

canalDug water passage
apexUppermost point or culmination
pulpSoft wet mass

instruments

file

Stored collection of data

reamerHole-enlarging cutting tool
sealerCoating preventing moisture penetration
microscopeInstrument for viewing minute objects

irrigant · spreader · plugger

materials

biocompatible

Accepted by living tissue

chlorhexidineMedical-grade antimicrobial compound

specialization

diagnosis

Identification of illness

prognosisPredicted disease course
referralDirecting someone elsewhere

Opposites

dental specialty focus

endodonticperiodontal

Of gums and bone

orthodontic · oral surgery · cosmetic dentistry · restorative · gingival

Family

endodontics, endodontist, endodontists

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