How to Find the Best Endodontist 

 

Teeth being the almighty's gift to us are meant to last us a life time. This might not be true in most cases as accidental damage and decay can result in damage to the tooth pulp which could affect the blood supply to individual tooth. With restricted or no blood supply to the tooth infection spreads like fire. First infecting the individual tooth and if left untreated it can spread to the bone and the adjoining teeth as well, causing swelling and extreme pain. In cases of prolonged untreated infection, it could also be fatal. Circumstances and situations like this call for a specialized dentist called an Endodontist.

 

Who is an Endodontist?

An endodontist is a dentist who has received another two years of specialized training as compared to a regular dentist. He/she is adroit in dealing with root canal treatments and cases pertaining to the dental pulp. They are the specialists brought in to attend to cases with extreme trauma and damage to the tooth.

 

Endodontics came to be recognized as a specialty post 1963, prior to which it was practiced by dentists who had a special interest in endodontics. This was also offered as a special service by most practicing prothodontists.

 

When and how does one consult an Endodontist?

The routine procedure would entail an endodontic reference from the local or preferred dentist for a root canal treatment or dental pulp related issues. A follow up appointment with the local dentist would find its way on your calendar as most practicing Endodontists don't deal in post operative care. To prevent the tedious, time consuming and expensive task of being referred back and forth the Harley Street Dental Clinic; London provides personalized and customized care under one roof.

 

Is the treatment effective?

Absolutely!!! Research studies have a shown a success rate of 95%. Here the key to success depends on the accurate and timely diagnoses followed by the skill and sterility conditions maintained by the Endodontist.

 

Is the treatment effective?

A root canal treatment normally lasts for about an hour or two, depending on the extent of damage the duration could vary. Specialist Endodontist at the Harley Street Dental clinic, London believe in providing a pain and stress free treatment, hence the procedure is carried out under local anaesthesia.

 

Post Operative Care

Normally post the surgery, patients could experience slight numbness in the lips and gums but once the effect of the anaesthesia wears off it could manifest itself into pain for about a day or two. This pain is also kept under check by experts at the Harley Street Dental Clinic to ensure their motto of a pain and stress free surgery is served well.

 

The Harley Street Dental Clinic is one of the leading dental implants clinics in UK, and can be contacted on 020 7486 1059 or info@hsdc.net.