You are free to call our office at any time if you have any questions or concerns about this root canal procedure as well as other services we provide for your convenience; we’ll be happy to provide assistance in answering them all! Endodontic Surgery  If your root treatment is failing, or the outcome did not …

When to contact your Endodontist  Masking the pain by taking ibuprofen will only worsen your problem. If you experience recurring pain, contact our dentist immediately. Saving a tooth is always better than having it extracted and replaced with something artificial- nothing beats real enamel despite how far technology has come! If we suspect your tooth’s …

When a root canal treatment fails to heal due to variety of reason that includes persistent infection, inaccessible anatomy of the root, calcified canal system, a surgery might be a better option to save the tooth. An apicoectomy (root end surgery) is a procedure where the endodontist will open the gum tissue near the tooth …

Root canal procedure involves numbing the tooth to make the procedure painless. We always ensure that the tooth is very numb before we start the procedure. A protective shield is placed on the tooth, to isolate and protect. We then proceed to making a small opening on the tooth to get to the root canal …

I’m In Pain! Do I Need A Root Canal? A root canal is needed when infection or inflammation develops in the pulp tissue of the tooth. Pulp tissue contains blood vessels, connective tissues, and nerve cells which can cause intense pain. Over time this discomfort may subside or at least be reduced for a short …

Most common reason for failure of previously done root canal can be one of the following: Ask Us About Root Canal Re-Treatment If you have any questions about Root Canal Re-Treatment in Clinton, please call our office at 240-244-1013.

Endodontics, or root canal treatment, is a procedure used to treat problems in the soft pulpy tissue within the tooth. There are a variety of procedures involved in endodontics, and it is a common procedure similar to having your fillings repaired. For patients who suffer from tooth pain that is responsive to endodontics, it is …

Endodontists are dental specialists that focus on the tooth pulp and the tissues involving the root structure. The pulp contains many of the nerves and blood vessels of the tooth. These tissues can become diseased or injured and once this occurs, the pulp is unable to repair itself. The damaged pulp will eventually die and …

An endodontist is a dental specialist who has received post-graduate specialized education after dental school. Endodontists typically perform 25 root canal treatments each week, while general dentists typically perform two. We are an established, reputable, locally owned and operated office.  Expert Endodontic Care. Comfort For Our Patients.  With our expert endodontic care integrated with the …

What to Expect  There are no significant dietary restrictions prior to endodontic treatment, and you may continue with your regular routine. Having a light meal before your appointment will enable you to relax more during and after it. After the procedure, you may feel a bit sore or numb on biting, which might delay your …