Our Services

 

Endodontics

Our primary goal is to save your natural teeth whenever possible.  Our practice specializes in Endodontics, commonly referred to as root canal therapy.  Endodontics is the treatment of the pulp and surrounding tissues of a tooth.  When root canal therapy is performed the pulp chamber of the tooth is removed and then filled with a suitable filling material.  Root canals are most often necessary when decay has reached the nerve of the tooth or the tooth has become infected.  People have anywhere from 1 to 4 canals in a tooth.  Extra canals may branch out and are called “accessory canals.”  The number of canals and anatomy of a tooth can vary.  The word “endo” comes from the Greek language and means “inside” or within.  Endodontists work with the “inside” of a tooth.

 

Endodontic Re-treatment

Occasionally a tooth that was treated months or years ago may develop new problems. In some cases a tooth that has received endodontic treatment fails to heal or continues to have pain.  You may have a second chance to save the tooth with a second endodontic procedure.

 

Endodontic or Apical Surgery

In some cases it may be necessary to remove the infected root tips or apex and the nearby tissue.  This is known as a apical surgery or an apicoectomy.  The area around the apex of the tooth that is infected is cleaned, and the tip of the root is resected and sealed.  Sutures are placed and an ice pack is applied.  Medication is prescribed to help alleviate any pain or discomfort and it is best to plan to rest for the remainder of the day.  Most patients will have some minor swelling and occasional bruising with some numbness.

 

Dental Implants

Dental Implants provide a replacement “root” for dental restorations.  Dental Implants are permanently placed in your jaw to provide support for a replacement tooth or teeth.  In general, dental implants have a success rate of up to 98%.  If you are in good enough health to undergo a routine dental extraction or oral surgery than you are a likely candidate for dental implants.  Dental Implants offer many benefits over other methods including easier eating, brushing, appearance, comfort and improved oral health.  Dental implants can be used to give you your smile back so you can feel better about your appearance because they look and feel like your own natural teeth.