Millions of teeth are treated and saved each year with endodontic treatments, the most common of which is root canal therapy. Despite its reputation, the procedure is straightforward, comparable to getting a cavity filled. With our state-of-the-art technology, advanced endodontic techniques, modern anesthetics, and sedation dentistry options, you’ll be amazed at how comfortable and relaxed…
Read More
Many people are under the misconception that root canal therapy causes extreme pain. However, despite what you may have heard, the endodontic procedure alleviates pain, not causes it. You will likely leave our office feeling a lot better than you did when you walked in! Root Canal Therapy – An Overview Inside every tooth is…
Read More
If you have painful chewing, swollen gums, or an aching mouth or jaw, you may have an abscessed tooth, usually resulting from untreated tooth pulp damage. A tooth abscess is a serious dental infection. Not only does it pose a threat to your oral health, but it can also threaten the rest of your body.…
Read More
Inside each tooth is a space called the pulp chamber that contains blood vessels, nerves, and connective tissues. If a tooth’s soft pulp becomes infected or inflamed due to deep decay, chips, cracks, trauma, or repeated dental procedures, root canal therapy is needed to save the tooth and restore its function. The endodontic treatment involves…
Read More
If tooth pain does not respond to a root canal treatment, your trusted team at Rancho Mirage and Palm Springs Endodontics may recommend a procedure known as an apicoectomy. The goal is to relieve your discomfort, save the affected tooth, and restore your healthy smile. What Is an Apicoectomy? On rare occasions, root canal therapy…
Read More
You’d be surprised at how comfortable a root canal can be at Rancho Mirage and Palm Springs Endodontics. The endodontic procedure is an excellent solution to alleviate pain and save damaged teeth, maintaining your healthy smile. However, prevention is always better than cure. Here’s a look at the best ways to avoid the need for…
Read More
Endodontists are highly trained dental specialists who complete dental school and an additional two to three years of education. They specialize in treating problems involving the inner “tooth pulp,” which houses blood vessels, nerves, and connective tissues. Our acclaimed endodontists at Rancho Mirage and Palm Springs Endodontics are proud to offer a range of endodontic…
Read More
Root canal therapy continues to save millions of teeth worldwide each year. Despite its stigma, the relatively comfortable procedure relieves pain rather than causing it and allows you to enjoy a healthy, functional smile. What Is a Root Canal Treatment? Inside each tooth is a space called the pulp chamber containing blood vessels, nerves, and…
Read More
Root canal therapy is an endodontic procedure designed to relieve tooth pain and restore damaged teeth. With a 95 percent success rate, root canals save millions of teeth worldwide each year. However, a tooth may not heal properly in some rare cases, causing continued pain. The good news is that endodontic retreatment will help promote…
Read More
A root canal treatment is an endodontic procedure that saves millions of damaged teeth each year. With meticulous care, a treated tooth can last a lifetime. The question many of our patients have is whether a tooth continues to be susceptible to decay after a root canal. Why Would You Require Root Canal Therapy? Inside…
Read More