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Week 5 - Endodontics
Endodontics
Definition
Root canal
Specialties of dentistry that manages the prevention, diagnosis, &
treatment of the dental pulp and periradicular tissues surrounding the
root of the tooth. Endodontic procedures include diagnosis, root canal
treatment and periapical surgery
Periodontal conditions/origins
If pulp becomes damage through injury or disease and cannot repair
itself, bacteria and their products can leak into the pulp > cause to die.
If the root canal cannot be performed, an abscess can form at the apex
and cause considerable pain. If there is no pain, the bone may recede.
Periodontal Abscess
Type
Distinguished by location:
Week 5 - Endodontics 1
, Gingival abscess
Acute periodontal abscess
Chronic periodontal abscess
Gingival abscess
Healthy gingiva
Marginal gingiva
Acute periodontal abscess
Limited period of time
Clinical symptoms: looking for pus, pain (when brushing), maybe there's
mobility
Chronic periodontal abscess
Sinus tract
Week 5 - Endodontics 2
, Diminuation of acute symptoms
Fistulas: opening out to the exterior
Not recommend going from the outside
A. Inflammatory exudate drained continuously through the opening of the pocket
Week 5 - Endodontics 3
Week 5 - Endodontics
Endodontics
Definition
Root canal
Specialties of dentistry that manages the prevention, diagnosis, &
treatment of the dental pulp and periradicular tissues surrounding the
root of the tooth. Endodontic procedures include diagnosis, root canal
treatment and periapical surgery
Periodontal conditions/origins
If pulp becomes damage through injury or disease and cannot repair
itself, bacteria and their products can leak into the pulp > cause to die.
If the root canal cannot be performed, an abscess can form at the apex
and cause considerable pain. If there is no pain, the bone may recede.
Periodontal Abscess
Type
Distinguished by location:
Week 5 - Endodontics 1
, Gingival abscess
Acute periodontal abscess
Chronic periodontal abscess
Gingival abscess
Healthy gingiva
Marginal gingiva
Acute periodontal abscess
Limited period of time
Clinical symptoms: looking for pus, pain (when brushing), maybe there's
mobility
Chronic periodontal abscess
Sinus tract
Week 5 - Endodontics 2
, Diminuation of acute symptoms
Fistulas: opening out to the exterior
Not recommend going from the outside
A. Inflammatory exudate drained continuously through the opening of the pocket
Week 5 - Endodontics 3
