If your dentist mentions you need a root canal, the words may sound an alarm. The truth is, if you need a root canal procedure, the dentist and endodontist are trying to save your tooth and prevent issues in the future. Root canals offer many advantages over the alternative options. We’ve detailed three of the…
Pain, sensitivity, or swelling in or near a tooth can be more than uncomfortable—it can affect your quality of life. Yet while root canal therapy can eliminate this pain quickly and effectively, many people put off getting the treatment they need to alleviate this discomfort as an outcome of fear or general understanding of the…
Severe tooth pain can stop people in their tracks. A toothache can be so distracting and painful that it becomes impossible to focus on anything else until it is treated. Before you’re able to receive any tooth pain treatment, such as cavity fillings, root canals, or oral surgery, your dentist must understand the cause of…
Teeth, gums, and enamel are generally recognized components of the mouth’s anatomy. But what about dental pulp? To many, dental pulp is an unfamiliar term. Taking it one step further, many have no idea the essential role dental pulp plays. It is such a vital aspect of the mouth’s anatomy that there is a dental…
Having any kind of dental work done can be stressful for many people. Some patients struggle with anxiety when it comes to dental procedures, especially endodontic work like root canals. Knowing what to do before an endodontics appointment can help ease some of the anxiety, better preparing you for your procedure. Dr. Burton Waxman and…