What is the difference between periodontal and endodontic?

Periodontists are concerned with the health of gums and treating gum disease and inflammation. On the other hand, Endodontists specialize in tooth roots and oral pain. Patients are most commonly referred to them for a complicated root canal. That was a quick summary of the periodontist vs endodontist discussion.

How does Pulp disease affect the Periodontium?

Following necrosis of the pulp, various bacterial products like enzymes, metabolites, antigens etc. reach the periodontium through the apical foramen, initiating and perpetuating an inflammatory response there. This results in destruction of periodontal tissue fibers and resorption of the adjacent alveolar bone.

What are the factors to be considered to identify the primary cause of Endo Perio lesion?

Etiologic factors such as bacteria, fungi, and viruses as well as other various contributing factors such as trauma, root resorptions, perforations, and dental malformations also play an important role in the development and progression of such lesions.

What is endodontic and periodontal procedures?

That’s why it’s imperative you have your Periodontal health monitored on a regular basis. Endodontics refers to conditions where the nerves of the tooth become injured or diseased. In these situations, treatment by an Endodontist is required. The most common type of endodontics is known as Root Canal Therapy (RCT).

What is endodontics and prosthodontics?

Prosthodontists and endodontists are both dental specialists which have full dental degrees and additional training focused on an area of expertise.

What is a lesion on a tooth?

Basically a lesion is region the body that has suffered damage from an injury or disease, such as a wound, ulcer, abscess, or tumour. Let’s look at the mouth. Dental caries or decay is a lesion where bacteria have damaged the tooth.

What is the most common cause of root canal failure?

The usual factors which can be attributed to endodontic failure are:

• Persistence of bacteria (intra-canal and extra-canal)
• Inadequate filling of the canal (canals that are poorly cleaned and obturated)
• Overextensions of root filling materials.
• Improper coronal seal (leakage)
• Untreated canals (both major and accessory)

What procedures do endodontist perform?

Endodontic Treatments and Procedures

• Root canal treatment.
• Endodontic retreatment.
• Endodontic surgery.
• Traumatic dental injuries.
• Dental implants.