While traditional root canal therapy is highly effective at saving a tooth by removing infection, regenerative endodontics is a state-of-the-art procedure that goes a step further. Instead of simply cleaning and filling the tooth with an inert material, this advanced technique uses the body's own healing mechanisms to encourage the regeneration of new, healthy pulp-like tissue within the tooth. 

This approach is most often used for young, permanent teeth that have not yet fully developed. In these cases, the dental pulp is critical for the continued growth and strengthening of the tooth's root.

How Regenerative Endodontics Works:

The procedure begins similarly to a root canal, by thoroughly disinfecting the tooth's interior. However, instead of filling the space, we create an environment that encourages the body to heal itself. By carefully stimulating the area, we draw the patient's own stem cells and growth factors into the tooth. This creates a natural "scaffold" for new, vital tissue to form.

The Benefits of This Innovative Treatment:

Continued Root Development: For immature teeth, this is the most significant benefit. Regenerative endodontics allows the tooth's root to continue growing, making the tooth stronger and more resistant to fracture. 

Thickened Root Walls: The new tissue helps to strengthen the thin, fragile walls of an immature tooth, providing long-term durability. 

Restored Vitality: The regenerated tissue can restore some of the tooth's natural functions, such as sensory response and a defense against future infections. 

Biological Solution: This procedure uses the body's own healing potential, offering a highly biocompatible solution that can lead to a healthier, more resilient tooth. 

Regenerative endodontics represents a new era in dental care, shifting the focus from just treating a problem to actively restoring the tooth to its natural, living state. Our team is proud to offer this advanced treatment, particularly for our younger patients, giving them the best possible chance to keep their natural tooth for a lifetime.