Endodontics literally translates from Greek as 'inside' (endo) and 'tooth' (odons) and is a dental speciality for treating the inside of teeth.
This involves cleaning and filling the space inside the tooth called the root canal system, occupied by the pulp or 'nerve'.
When inflamation or infection occurs in the pulp of a tooth, a root canal treatment is the only option that allows you to retain your natural teeth.