Filling additional (supernumerary) canals is a common problem and one of the fundamental aspects of complex caries treatment. The following symptoms indicate the need for a visit to the dentist:
discoloration of the gums, the appearance of swelling
pain when biting
tooth reaction to temperature stimuli
pain at night
What are supercomplete channels?
Supernumerary canals are an anomaly, implying the presence of additional root passages. A common occurrence that can affect any tooth. It should be noted that additional canals can be detected not only in the presence of supernumerary roots, but also in situations where the number of root processes is within the normal range. An additional channel can be recognized using an x-ray, which reveals a characteristic narrowing or bifurcation.
What are the features of the treatment?
Treatment of supernumerary canals has a number of features. First of all, it is important to find an additional channel. The condition of the tooth root is the moment responsible for the effectiveness of the manipulations. If the anomaly is not seen in time and the canal is not treated, then it will hurt, and the effectiveness of the procedures performed can be equated to zero, because. The filling or crown will need to be removed.
That is why the anatomical features of the tooth are extremely important. When performing therapeutic measures, doctors take into account the structure, location and number of channels, which ensures maximum treatment efficiency. Often, a supernumerary canal is thin, has a curved structure, which makes it difficult to work, so endodontic intervention should be performed only by highly qualified specialists and only with the appropriate equipment.
So one of the main assistants in the treatment is a microscope. It helps to identify supernumerary canals, process them and provide high-quality obturation. Today, endodontic therapy is unthinkable without this tool, which has become an eloquent testimony of professionalism and the use of advanced technologies.
Indications for dental implants
Turnkey dental implants are recommended in the presence of the following problems:
Stage 1. Collection of information. The patient needs to be told about the frequency of pain, their nature, factors that provoke the occurrence of pain syndrome. Detailed information will help the doctor outline the course of further examination.
Stage 2. Examination of the tooth may include percussion (tapping), thermal testing, radiography and electroodontodiagnostics (EDI).
Stage 3. Treatment of caries. The affected areas are removed, unhindered access to the roots is provided.
Stage 4. Channel processing. Machining of supernumerary canals is carried out with the help of tools for a strictly defined length. This indicator is measured with an apex locator. The speed and force of rotation of the instrument is controlled by the endodontic motor. After drug treatment, the channels are dried.
Stage 5. There are many filling methods, however, the result should be one – the existing channels are sealed evenly throughout the root, without voids.