Root canal treatment in Barcelona

When the dental pulp, the tissue inside the tooth, is damaged or infected, a root canal treatment can save the natural tooth and avoid extraction. At Clínica Jané, in Sarrià-Sant Gervasi, we assess each case individually to know whether it’s the right option, and explain the process clearly and calmly.

Root canal treatment works on the inside of the tooth, where the pulp and nerves are. When this tissue becomes inflamed or infected, it may need to be removed, the canals cleaned and sealed to prevent new infections.

It may be indicated for deep decay, trauma or damage affecting the pulp. Warning signs include spontaneous pain, lasting sensitivity to cold or heat and discomfort when chewing. But some problems progress without pain: that’s why an assessment matters even without obvious symptoms.

Dr. Marc Encinas is an expert in problems affecting the most sensitive structure of the tooth and a lecturer in the Endodontics Department of the Universitat Internacional de Catalunya (UIC). His specific knowledge means each case is treated with attention to detail and one clear aim: to keep the natural tooth whenever possible.

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It is done under local anaesthesia to control pain during the procedure. Afterwards you may feel sensitivity or discomfort for a few days, especially when chewing. How much and for how long depends on the tooth’s previous state. If the pain increases, persists or new symptoms appear, get in touch with us.

Follow the dentist’s instructions and keep up good hygiene. Until the tooth is permanently restored, avoid chewing hard food with it.

The final restoration is an essential part of the treatment. Depending on how much structure has been lost, a rebuild may be enough or a crown may be advisable to protect the tooth from fractures.

A treated tooth can cause discomfort again for various reasons, such as a new infection, a leak or a crack. It needs to be examined to find the cause. Depending on the diagnosis, a re-treatment or another option may be considered: it depends on the tooth’s state and its chances of recovery.