What Is Regenerative Endodontics?

Regenerative endodontics is one of the most innovative treatments in modern dentistry. Its goal is the regeneration of tissues inside the root canal (pulp, dentin) in teeth that have suffered damage, usually in young patients with incompletely formed roots.

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At Advanced Endodontics in Korinthos, Dr. Eleni Angistrioti applies the latest international regenerative protocols, aiming to save the teeth of our younger patients.

When Is Regenerative Therapy Applied?

This treatment is mainly suitable for:
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• Young permanent teeth
• Teeth with necrotic pulp due to trauma
• Teeth with chronic inflammation in immature developmental stages
• Cases where conventional root canal therapy is not sufficient

Advantages Compared to Conventional Root Canal Therapy

• Preservation of tooth vitality.
• Strengthening of thin, fragile roots.
• Reduced risk of long-term fractures.
• Enhanced natural defense against infection.
• Ideal solution for children and adolescents with dental trauma.

Clinical Outcomes

Studies show that:
Tooth survival rates after 5 years reach 90% when the treatment is properly performed

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Symptoms That May Indicate the Need for Regeneration

• Loss of vitality in a young permanent tooth after trauma
• Teeth that have not completed root development
• Persistent pain or inflammation around an immature tooth
• Radiographic evidence of incomplete root formation