Endodontic treatments in Costa Rica comprise all procedures aimed at maintaining the health of the dental pulp, or at least save and restore a portion thereof. The dental pulp is a connective tissue made up of nerve cells, which occupy much of the anatomical crown and root of the teeth. When decay has developed to the point of affecting the dental nerve due to infection,... Learn More

The dental pulp may become inflamed as a result of various factors, and ultimately can become necrotic or die. Dental pulp pathology in Costa Rica involves endodontic research into the factors that may cause pulp inflammation; if they can be prevented or alleviated, teeth can be saved. Such factors include the following: Loss of tooth tissue: decay is the most common cause of pulp injury... Learn More

Some of the first dental tourists did not plan to visit the dentists during their stay in Costa Rica; instead, they ended up being treated by endodontists who were able to alleviate their conditions and save their teeth. Even though dental tourism in Costa Rica has become known for dental implants, smile makeovers and cosmetic dentistry, endodontists were among the first dental specialists to take... Learn More