Periapical X-ray in Oralcoop Clínicas Odontológicas

Oralcoop Clínicas Odontológicas is a multi-specialty dental clinic in Bogotá, Colombia. It opened in 1994 as an oral health cooperative that provides integrated care. Nine doctors handle complex cases across dental specialties, all in one building.

Specialized Medical Team

Dr. Camilo Bernal leads the clinic and has 25 years of experience. He is an oral surgeon, pathologist, and implantologist. Dr. Bernal also directs the Oral System Department at Pontificia Universidad Javeriana.

The medical staff trained at several recognized institutions:

• National University of Colombia
• Pontifical Xavierian University
• El Bosque University
• Jorge Tadeo Lozano University

Each specialist focuses on a distinct area, such as restorative dentistry, endodontics, or pediatric stomatology. Because of this, the team can coordinate care for a wide range of dental needs.

Oral Surgery and Implantology

The surgery department performs several types of extractions and corrective procedures:

• Surgical extraction of impacted teeth (odontectomies)
• Removal of cysts and small jaw tumors
• Biopsies with microscopic study for accurate diagnosis
• Treatment of lesions on the lips and oral mucosa

For patients with missing teeth, the clinic offers titanium dental implants. Options range from replacing a single tooth to restoring a full arch. Dr. German Mariño specializes in the final restoration placed on these implants.

Complete Dental Services

Dr. Adriana Perez leads the endodontics department, which focuses on saving damaged teeth. Specialists perform root canal treatments to remove infected pulp and seal the canal. To check the result, they compare new X-rays with the ones taken before treatment.

The periodontics service treats the gums and bone that support the teeth. Procedures include tissue regeneration to restore that support, plus aesthetic gum remodeling. Treatment covers both gingivitis and advanced periodontitis, with the goal of preventing tooth loss.

Pediatric care at Oralcoop includes specialized management for children with disabilities. For nervous patients, the clinic offers conscious sedation in the dental chair. It uses inhaled gases or intravenous techniques, and an anesthesiologist controls the process.

Diagnostic and Treatment Technology

Oralcoop uses digital tools for diagnosis and treatment planning. CEREC Omnicam scanning takes precise digital impressions of the mouth. This helps the team make accurate dental restorations.

Imaging and diagnostic options at the clinic include:

• Panoramic X-rays for a broad view of the jaws
• Periapical X-rays for detailed images of specific teeth
• Microscopic study for pathology and biopsy analysis

With these tools, specialists can spot fractures, infections, or tissue changes during the first consultation.

Patient Support and Guidance

The clinic gives clear guidance for dental emergencies like fractures or avulsions. Fast care matters here, since it raises the chances of saving a damaged tooth. Patients can also book online consultations to discuss treatment plans before arriving at the clinic.