WHAT IS AN APICOECTOMY ?
A minor dental treatment used to stop the spread of infection which can occasionally occur after a root canal treatment.
-an infection can get into the tip of the tooth’s root
-can cause an abscess to form
-Inflamed area in tooth or gum resulting from a pus due to bacteria build up
-can be very painful
-can damage surrounding bone and tissue
TREATMENT
-minor surgical treatment
-local anaesthetic is used
-root tip (apex)is removed
(small cut in the gum, to get as close to tip as possible)
-any infected tissue or damaged root is removed
-area is cleaned thoroughly
-area is then sealed to protect from bacteria
-gum layer is then put back in place with stitches
-extra space left around the root tip where the infection had formed is taken up by bone tissue .
HEALING TIME
-generally stitches removed in 2-7 days
-general soreness and swelling should disappear within two weeks
JAW or FACIAL PAIN
POSSIBLE CAUSES
-toothache - (tooth decay)
-infection
-tooth grinding
-gum disease
-injury
-TMJ
YOUR DENTIST WILL ....
- do a complete dental exam
- take x-rays if needed
- diagnose the source of the pain
DENTAL TREATMENT
-filling
-extraction
-antibiotics
-periodontal treatment
-root canal
-mouth guard
If you are experiencing jaw or facial pain. Book an appointment with your dentist . It is important to determine the exact cause of the pain !
TEETH DISCOLOURATION
EXTRINSIC
- outer layer of tooth (enamel)
is stained
CAUSES
-coffee, smoking , wine etc...
INTRINSIC
-layer of tooth (Dentin)
darkens or gets a yellow tint
CAUSES
-treatment with certain antibiotics
-injury
-can occur during formation of teeth
-excess fluoride while teeth are forming
AGE RELATED
-includes both extrinsic and intrinsic staining .
-enamel on teeth becomes thinner
-dentin shows through
Your dentist can determine which type of discolouration you have and what is the best whitening option for you !