We often hear questions from patients about endodontic retreatment at Access Endodontics in Ellicott City, Maryland. One common concern is whether or not this procedure involves surgery. The answer may surprise you: non-surgical endodontic retreatment is actually a common practice. In fact, it’s a safe and effective way to save teeth that might otherwise be…
If you’ve had a root canal or have been told to visit an endodontist, you may be aware of laser-assisted irrigation as part of the treatment. This is an innovative technique that endodontists use to make root canal therapy more effective and efficient. Through laser-assisted irrigation, endodontists are able to clean and disinfect the root…
Has your endodontist offered laser-assisted irrigation for your root canal? This form of irrigation has gained popularity as an innovative way to reduce pain and discomfort associated with root canal treatments. Traditional irrigation involves the use of a needle to inject fluid into the tooth roots, which can be uncomfortable for some patients. Laser-assisted irrigation…
Years ago, a root canal may have given many patients dental anxiety. Today, with recent advances in dental technology, we find significant reductions with patient discomfort, even shorter recovery times. Through the use of laser-assisted irrigation, our endodontists can more accurately and effectively clean your infected tooth. Thus, improving the success of your root canal…