Conservative dentistry and endodontics in Gdańsk

You know that good oral hygiene is an important step in taking care of your dental health and aesthetics. But did you know that mere brushing and flossing and use of mouthwash is not enough? You are recommended to visit a dentist's office at least twice a year to check your dental condition and allow early identification of any cavities.

What is conservative dentistry and why is it so important?

Maintaining your beautiful smile does not have to be difficult: all you need to do is use the support offered by our specialists at Iwanek Clinic. Our conservative dentistry is a reliable way towards strong teeth and healthy gums. It encompasses a variety of activities, from prevention, through education and detection of disease origin, to effective treatment.

This branch of dentistry relies heavily on assessment of dental condition in order to, if need be, remove a problem like caries or gum or periodontal disease. This is immensely important as untreated disease may lead to serious complications.

The basic goal of conservative dentistry is to maintain teeth in good condition and strengthen their structure. All this is done for you to enjoy your natural and aesthetic smile for as long as possible.

Conservative dentistry includes:

• Diagnosis – check-ups, removal of dental plaque and calculus, scaling, sanding, polishing, and fluoride treatment.
• Endodontic treatment, or root canal treatment – infected pulp is removed and the root canals are thoroughly cleaned and filled with a special material.
• Caries treatment – infected dental tissue is removed and the cavities are filled with a restorative material.
• Dental hypersensitivity therapy by means of fluoride treatment or use of protective varnishes.
• Dental filling – aiming to restore the tooth's structure after caries removal.

And more: root canal retreatment, dental injury treatment, dental reshaping and coloration, whitening.

Why is it so important? Here are the main reasons:

• It helps keep natural teeth and prevents diseases to teeth and gums – prevention aids in early detection and treatment of any oral abnormalities.
• It improves your quality of life – healthy teeth mean a better and more comfortable life, and a beautiful smile leads to boosted self-confidence and perfect well-being.
• It reduces treatment costs – early treatment is less costly than procedures performed later on, such as dental surgery or prosthetics.

Endodontics – root canal treatment which saves teeth

Endodontics is a component of conservative dentistry. It deals with the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases to the pulp (the internal portion of the tooth) and periapical tissue.

The goal of root canal treatment is to eliminate the infection, that is remove the abnormally changed pulp from inside of the tooth, subsequent thorough cleaning, dilation of the root canals, and granting them a proper shape. This prevents bacteria from spreading inside your entire body.

Another significant part of root canal treatment is rinsing the canals with special agents, such as sodium hypochlorite with antiseptic properties. Then, the canals are dried. The last step of the treatment is filling the canals with a dental material. This is how tooth extraction can be prevented. The filling outcome is monitored with an X-ray image.

The procedure is performed under local anaesthesia.

Root canal treatment is necessary in strictly defined situations. These are:

• Advanced untreated caries, which may cause inflammation and pulp necrosis.
• Tooth injury which exposed the pulp to external factors.
• Root canal treatment may be a result of previous treatments to the given tooth.
• Root canal retreatment is performed when the original treatment was unsuccessful and complications have developed.

Despite pulp damage, root canal treatment saves those teeth that would need to be removed, and allows to maintain the native dentition for many years – which is the undisputed benefit of this type of treatment.

The essence of endodontic treatment lies in extraordinary precision. Therefore, in view of our patients' comfort, the root canal treatments performed at IWANEK Clinic are guided by microscope, which ensures great precision and high effectiveness.

Microscope-assisted root canal treatment provides an accurate dental image, thus allowing safe and permanent treatment compared to the traditional techniques. It works especially well when the dental structure is anatomically atypical.

Why should you choose IWANEK Clinic for dental treatment?

IWANEK Clinic is based in Gdańsk, at the border of the Oliwa and Przymorze districts. We offer our services mainly to the residents of Tricity, but they are not are only target. Our Clinic is a place where you will feel comfortable once you step over our threshold.

Our starting position is that every tooth is treatable, so we will be happy to prepare an individualised treatment plan for you, we will take care of proper prevention, and we will remind you of your check-up visits. And we will take holistic care of your teeth if need be. We will also show you that "root canal treatment" is not necessarily a synonym of "painful".

Modern root canal treatment is our hallmark. We have innovative equipment at our disposal, which allows in-depth analysis of dental condition, including next-generation microscopes allowing precision treatment leading to high effectiveness and comfort of our patients.

Frequently asked questions about conservative dentistry and endodontics

• Is it worth undergoing root canal treatment?
  In the case of advanced caries, infected dental pulp, or mechanical damage to a tooth, root canal treatment is a necessity as it allows saving the tooth from extraction, which is an irreversible treatment method. Thanks to proper treatment and restoration, you can enjoy your natural teeth for many years to come.
• Does root canal treatment hurt?
  No, it does not. Local anaesthesia make the procedure pain-free.
• Who is microscope-assisted root canal treatment intended for?
  The procedure is intended for the patients with atypical location or structure of teeth. It is also offered as a solution to patients after their first root canal treatment.
• How should I know that my tooth needs root canal treatment?
  Of course, you will learn about this during a dental visit. The symptoms that should be a concern include spontaneous pain, swollen gums, tooth discoloration or pain when chewing food.
• Do I need to follow a special diet after root canal treatment.
  You need to limit hot meals and drinks right after the procedure, and avoid eating very hard products for the next few days.
• Can you treat a tooth in just one visit?
  Yes, it is possible, particularly if the procedure is a microscope-assisted root canal treatment. Thanks to a microscope, the treatment is faster and highly effective. However, more complex cases will require more visits.

Book a visit – contact us

Professional microscope-assisted root canal treatment equals effectiveness, permanence, and comfort for the patient. Book a visit – contact us by telephone or via a contact form.

IWANEK Clinic – we will take comprehensive care of your teeth!