Endodontics
Endodontics is an area of dentistry specialising in dealing with the causes, diagnosis, prevention and treatment of diseases of the dental pulp (the part in the centre of the tooth made up of living tissues and cells). Endodontic treatment is the last stage in attempting to save a tooth. Early diagnosis and treatment is essential, otherwise it may lead to a severe infection.
All dentists are trained in endodontic (root canal) therapy. An Endodontist is a dentist who has completed a minimum of 2 or 3 years of postgraduate specialist training. In the UK, this title is awarded after a rigorous assessment process.
In more difficult and complex cases, your dentist may refer you to a Specialist who will use a microscope and intricate equipment to give you the best possible result.
The Sandford is one of few referral centres in the South East that has all specialities under one roof. Our highly skilled in-house Endodontist will strive to provide you with comfortable and painless treatment, so you can be rest assured you will be in good hands.
A Healthy Tooth vs Infected Tooth
An infection of the dental pulp (nerve and blood supply) of the tooth can occur as a result of a cavity or trauma. Your symptoms may include acute pain, swelling or an abscess.
Patient Journey
Consultation
The complexity of your problem will be assessed by our Specialist through detailed evaluation.
Treatment
The treatment will be carried out over one or two sessions to eradicate the infection within the tooth and bone.
Review
After a period of healing, you will be referred back to your dentist for a full coverage restoration, such as a crown.
Our Endodontic Team
Angelo Zavattini
Specialist in Endodontics
[GDC No. 243381]
DDS, PhD, M Endo RCSEd
Dr Zavattini is a specialist in Endodontics and a Senior Lecturer at Queen Mary University of London. He qualified in Italy in 2012 from the University of Rome Tor Vergata where he started his career as a general dentist. After attending numerous courses and conferences he decided to move to London where he undertook further clinical training in restorative Dentistry, Oral Surgery and Endodontics. Read More
Dr Zavattini completed three years of academic clinical training in Endodontics at Guy’s Hospital King’s College of London and has limited his activity exclusively to this specialty.
Dr Zavattini believes in the importance of research and education. He has been extensively involved with academic institutions, collaboration of research projects and the teaching of postgraduate dental students.
Dr Zavattini concentrates entirely on root canal treatment, surgical root canal treatment and vital pulp therapy. His sole focus is on saving teeth, particularly those that require complex treatment and multidisciplinary management.
Dr Zavattini is a member of the British Endodontic Society and the Association of Trainee in Restorative Dentistry.
Dr Zavattini is a kind and conscientious dentist who understand the apprehension that patients may feel before dental care. He will take the time to explain the procedure of his treatment and all advanced equipment we have in our practice.
Marta Sarvestani
Dentist with Special Interest in Endodontology
[GDC No. 101080]
DDS (Pol) PG Dip Rest Dent MClinDent Endo (Lond)
Dr Marta Sarvestani graduated from the Pomeranian Medical University, Poland in 2001. She has been working at the practice since 2006. Marta has spent the last 17 years developing her dental skills and knowledge; making her highly qualified to care for all your dental needs. She has extensive experience in general dentistry, undertaking all aspects of.. Read More
..general dental practice, and her particular areas of interest are centred around endodontics, restorative and cosmetic dentistry.
She is dedicated to her profession by providing treatment focused on the needs of each individual and aims to make dental visits a pleasant experience for every patient. She is fully committed to the furtherance of professional development and keeps up-to-date with the latest evidence-based dentistry by frequently attending advanced dental courses, as well as conferences ensuring that she delivers the highest quality of dental care tailored to each patient.
Marta completed a two-year part-time combined hands-on and theory course in restorative dentistry (2014-2016). She obtained her Diploma in Restorative Dentistry from The British Academy of Restorative Dentistry in 2018.
Since then, she has started a Master’s Degree in Endodontology; and as of 2017 Marta has been working on an in-vitro research project and her completion is anticipated to be in 2019.
Example Case
Primary endodontic (root canal) treatment of a lower left molar tooth that was diagnosed with a chronic tooth infection.
A molar tooth with a dark shadow showing up on the X-ray, indicating an infection.
Root canal treatment carried out on the molar tooth, to eliminate the infection and allow healing process to being.
3 months following successful root canal treatment, the dark area of infection is starting to disappear.
At 9 months the X-ray demonstrates almost full healing of the infected area.
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Contact Details
Tel:
020 8303 7051
Email:
info@thesandford.com
Address:
The Sandford, 306 Broadway
Bexleyheath, Kent DA6 8AA
