Pulp Necrosis
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Pulp necrosis is the death of the tissue found inside the tooth, called the pulp, which loses its vitality when it stops receiving blood supply or after prolonged inflammation.
How it shows up: It may run its course without pain in some stages, or with a darkened tooth, bad taste, or discomfort when chewing; at times it precedes an infection.
Common causes: It usually originates from untreated deep cavities, dental trauma, or a pulpitis that advanced without treatment.
Which specialist treats it? The endodontist is the dentist focused on the interior of the tooth and on assessing the vitality of the pulp. If you notice a tooth that changes color or causes persistent discomfort, it is recommended to have it reviewed with this professional in time.
Data on 77 doctors who treat pulp necrosis
Which specialist treats pulp necrosis?
Pulp Necrosis is usually treated by specialists in endodontist, dentist, dentist, endodontist, dentist, endocrinologist, implantologist, periodontist.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in pulp necrosis
Dr. Andrea Ladrón de Guevara
Dr. Rosa Elena Pena Madero
Dr. Karla Paola Gonzalez Cabezas
Dr. María Cristina Velázquez Ochoa
Dr. Itzel Olivares Lara
Dr. Karina V. Ramírez García
Dr. Olivia Raquel Hernandez Morales
Dr. Jair González Robles
Dr. Monserrat Molina Brindis
Dr. Jocelyn Fernández Bahena
Dr. César Arias Ruiz
Dr. Yadira Tumalan Villarruel
Dr. Osvaldo Vivia Morales
Dr. Pavel González Guzmán
Dr. Rodrigo Alejandro Jimenez Rojano
Dr. Cinthya Cubos
Dr. Gabriela Ivonne Navarrete Ibáñez
Dr. Edna Ibarra Roca
Dr. Rosa Nayely Hernández Flandes
Dr. Nancy Muñoz Rojas
Frequently asked questions
What is pulp necrosis?
Pulp necrosis is the death of the tissue found inside the tooth, called the pulp, which loses its vitality when it stops receiving blood supply or after prolonged inflammation.
Which doctor treats pulp necrosis?
Pulp Necrosis is usually treated by specialists in endodontist, dentist, dentist, endodontist, dentist, endocrinologist, implantologist, periodontist.