Endodontics: When Should You See a Specialist?

Persistent tooth pain? Sensitivity to heat? A tooth turning dark for no clear reason?These signs may indicate an internal dental issue. It might be time to consider endodontic care.

Often silent at first, deep dental infections can progress quickly. Endodontics, a specialty focused on the health of the tooth's interior, allows these problems to be treated while preserving your natural tooth.

At the Rodde & Associés dental clinic in Schifflange, Dr. Camille Rodde, a specialist in clinical endodontics and operative microscopy, offers advanced, effective, and pain-free treatments.

1. What Exactly Is Endodontics?

Endodontics is a branch of dentistry focused on the inner tissues of the tooth, particularly the pulp (nerves and blood vessels). When a deep cavity, trauma, or old infection reaches this area, a root canal treatment is often necessary.

This procedure cleans and disinfects the dental roots, helping avoid extraction and preserving the natural tooth for as long as possible.

2. Symptoms to Watch For: Do You Have an Endodontic Problem?

You may need root canal treatment if you notice:

• Spontaneous, throbbing, or continuous pain

• Sensitivity to hot or cold, even without direct contact

• Swelling, abscess, or bleeding gums

• Unusual discoloration of the tooth (gray, yellow, or black)

• Pain or discomfort when chewing

• Pain in a tooth that was previously treated

Some infections are silent. A dental X-ray may reveal an apical lesion invisible to the naked eye.

3. How Does a Root Canal Treatment Work?

At the clinic, treatment follows a precise and pain-free process:

• Local anesthesia for maximum comfort

• Isolation of the tooth with a dental dam to ensure sterile conditions

• Opening the tooth to access the affected pulp

• Cleaning and disinfecting the canals with sterile instruments

• Filling the roots with a durable, biocompatible material

• Restoring the tooth (either with a direct restoration or a crown, depending on what remains)

The entire process is usually completed in one or two sessions, depending on the complexity.

4. What Happens If You Don’t Treat the Infection?

Delaying endodontic treatment can lead to serious consequences:

• The infection may spread to the bone, sinuses, or nearby teeth

• You risk losing the affected tooth

• Pain may become chronic

• Future treatments will be longer, more complex... and more expensive

💡 Early root canal treatment is a reliable and long-term solution, preserving both your tooth and daily comfort.

5. Why Choose Our Clinic in Schifflange?

Endodontics requires high-precision expertise. That's why Rodde & Associés is equipped with advanced technologies: operating microscope, Cone Beam 3D imaging, and high-end materials.

Dr. Camille Rodde, an expert in clinical endodontics and operative microscopy, works alongside Dr. Paul Balducci to treat even the most complex cases:

• Extremely narrow and/or curved canals

• Retreatment after failed initial procedures

• Teeth requiring root treatment before prosthetic restoration

  
  

📍 Need a quick diagnosis? Concerned about a dental issue?

Don’t let an infection worsen. Book your personalized consultation today.

Our clinic is conveniently located in Schifflange, near Esch-sur-Alzette, Dudelange, Mondercange, and Kayl.

📞 (+352) 26 74 57 80📩 contact@roddeassocies.com