Endodontic Education
Can Ozone Therapy Save My Tooth?
Rancho Mirage and Palm Springs Endodontics is pleased to offer ozone therapy, the natural and non-invasive preventive treatment that’s taken the dental world by storm. The holistic procedure eliminates harmful bacteria that cause most oral health problems, significantly reducing infection and inflammation. Talk to one of our team members to learn more about ozone therapy…
Read MoreWhy Should I Choose an Endodontist for My Root Canal?
If you need a root canal treatment, you may be wondering who to turn to. While general dentists are equipped to offer many dental procedures, it’s best to choose an endodontist for a root canal. From their specialized training to their extensive experience and use of advanced technology and techniques, endodontists are dedicated to providing…
Read MoreHow Long Does a Root Canal-Treated Tooth Last?
Root canal therapy is an endodontic procedure designed to save teeth with damaged inner pulp, relieving your pain and restoring your healthy smile. Today’s modern technology, dental anesthetics, and endodontic techniques offer gentle and virtually pain-free root canal treatments, comparable to having cavities filled. What Happens During a Root Canal Treatment? The root canal procedure…
Read MoreWhy Would I Need Endodontic Treatment?
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 MoreIs Root Canal Therapy Painful?
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 MoreWhat Are the Dangers of Ignoring an Abscessed Tooth?
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 More5 Signs I Need a Root Canal
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 MoreWhy Would You Need an Apicoectomy?
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 MoreHow Do I Avoid the Need for a Root Canal?
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 MoreWhat Types of Procedures Do Endodontists Perform?
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…
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