For many years, Access Endodontics has provided patients with endodontic retreatments in Ellicott City, Maryland. During these years, we’ve found that patients who have already had a root canal sometimes hesitate another procedure, seeing that their initial root canal failed. However, if your endodontist recommends endodontic retreatment, you should take it seriously, as it can…
Root canal therapy may be a very reliable procedure, but there is still a small chance that yours won’t be successful and the infection will return. Therefore, Access Endodontics offers patients in Ellicott City, Maryland endodontic retreatment services. What is endodontic retreatment? The procedure isn’t all that different from a standard root canal, nonetheless there…
It’s almost impossible to enjoy a hike through Centennial Park, a visit to Elioak Farm, or enjoy anything from Sweet Cascades when you’re dealing with a tooth infection. That’s where your Maryland root canal specialists come in. If you’re dealing with an infected tooth and are looking for the best possible treatment, it only makes…
While most people associate loose teeth with childhood, it’s not unusual for adults to experience some tooth mobility as well. There are several reasons why this might happen, and endodontic treatment may help stabilize the tooth and prevent further damage. If you’ve noticed a loose tooth, don’t wait to seek treatment. Reaching out to an…
Your teeth are more than just what you see in the mirror. Underneath the enamel and dentin is a layer of bone-like tissue called cementum. This cementum covers the root of your tooth, which anchors it in place. The root is surrounded by soft tissue and bone, which together make up the periodontal ligament. This…
When our patients undergo root canals in Ellicott City, Maryland, we do everything we can to make them feel comfortable throughout the treatment process and recovery period. While there are many ways to do that with traditional root canal therapy, there’s another method that offers an even greater level of comfort: laser root canals. The…
Apicoectomy procedures in Maryland are a highly effective way to keep your natural teeth. Even knowing the success rate, it may not mitigate potential anxiety should you have a procedure scheduled in the near future. It’s fair to say that nobody is ever excited to receive an apicoectomy, but there are ways to make the…
Have you ever heard the term pulpotomy? Maybe your dentist mentioned it at some point, or you saw it on a pamphlet in their office. To help develop your understanding of the word pulpotomy, we will start with the discussion of the inner tooth. The tooth pulp is the combination of the softer elements in…
Modern technology and innovative techniques have drastically reduced the risks of most dental treatments while significantly increasing their efficacy. However, this doesn’t mean that procedures such as apicoectomies are 100% risk free. Therefore, you’ll want to consult with an endodontist to determine if an apicoectomy is the right procedure for you. To understand the risks…
Over the years of providing dental care, we’ve found that what constitutes “dental surgery” can vary widely depending on whom you ask. This is because there are quite a few Maryland endodontic treatment services that fall under the category of dental surgery, and some of them may not be what you might expect. To aid…