When your dentist sends you to the endodontist for a root canal or performs the procedure you may be seeing some new instruments not normally on the dental tray. One of these is the rubber dam. What exactly is it, and why is it being used? The “dental dam”, introduced in the [...]
As people everywhere adjust to the “new normal,” key questions continue to arise, among them, “Is it safe to go to my doctor or dentist?” At Professional Endodontics, the answer is clearly “Yes.” Here’s why… Creating a safe environment for patients and staff is a hallmark of any good dental practice. Professional [...]
The root canal procedure has always relied on mechanical and chemical action for disinfection. Mechanical debris removal is accomplished by stainless steel hand files and NiTi rotary files, and chemical disinfection and lubrication by irrigants. While there are many irrigants on the market would like to highlight a few that we use [...]
Why and when should you see an endodontist? There are three main reasons: If you’re experiencing tooth pain or sensitivity to hot or cold; If you’ve been involved in an accident and experienced facial trauma or there is swelling around your teeth, gums, or face; If your dentist has told you that [...]
In a recent news release from the American Association of Endodontists (AAE) people with dental pain or emergencies are urged to seek care from endodontists rather than hospitals. As a result of the evolving COVID-19 pandemic hospitals and emergency rooms can experience surges of patients seeking care. The additional measures being taken [...]
This Practitioner Spotlight with Dr. Louis Shoha, Root Canal Specialist was published on exploreholistic.com. Read the original article by clicking here. We are speaking with Dr. Louis Shoha, DDS, MS, an Endodontist, on his approach in performing safe and healthy root canal treatments Tell Us About Your Approach to Root Canal Therapy [...]
The thought of a root canal instills anxiety if not outright fear in many people. But if your dentist says you need a root canal, it really shouldn’t frighten you. The days of painful root canals are long gone. Today, tales of root canal pain are frequently exaggerated and often simply untrue. [...]
Running a thriving dental practice entails everything from routine cleanings and fillings to diagnosing more complex dental problems. The work can overwhelm even the most dedicated, seasoned practitioner. You know that nothing can slow your day down more than squeezing in an emergency molar endo! One way to alleviate some of that [...]
Simply stated: work to save your tooth. If you’ve been told you need a root canal, you may wonder what that really means and what your dentist or endodontist will actually do. Let’s start with the basic question: what is a root canal? A root canal is essentially removing the nerves and [...]
FDA-approved silver diamine fluoride treatment is an effective noninvasive alternative to combat tooth decay. Silver diamine fluoride (SDF) is a liquid substance used to help prevent tooth cavities (or caries) from forming, growing, or spreading to other teeth. While the ideal way to treat tooth decay is by removing the decay and [...]
