What is Endodontics and Why See a Specialist?
Endodontics is a specialization within dentistry that involves diagnosing, managing, and treating diseases of the pulp and surrounding bone of the tooth. Root canals, of course, are the number one...
View ArticleInflammation or Infection? How to Tell the Difference
When you experience pain or discomfort in your mouth, you may wonder if the sensation is being caused by inflammation or an infection. For endodontic care, such as root canal procedures, the difference...
View ArticleDo I Really Need A Root Canal?
A Root Canal, or endodontic procedure, is necessary when the inside of the tooth becomes inflamed or infected. The inside of your tooth is made of soft tissue called “pulp, where all the nerves and...
View ArticleWhat is a Root Canal?
A root canal is a treatment to repair and save a damaged tooth or badly infected tooth. The procedure calls for the removal of the damaged “pulp”, cleaning, and then disinfecting it. After these three...
View ArticleManaging Tooth Pain After a Root Canal Infographic
Root canals are a complex endodontic procedure which brings some trauma to the mouth. You will most likely experience some pain in your mouth. Below is a helpful infograph to show you what to do...
View ArticleReasons Not to Delay Root Canal Treatment
If you think the only risk you run delaying a root canal is prolonged pain, you’d be wrong. While you will certainly suffer tooth pain on and off with a damaged or infected tooth, there are other risks...
View Article3D Imaging Technology vs. Conventional Radiography in Endodontics
The end goal of any endodontist is to diagnose correctly and suggest the proper treatment related to infection of a tooth’s pulp and surrounding areas. The ability to take digital scans has advanced...
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