Endodontics in College Park

How Is an Endodontic Specialist Different from a Dentist?

Endodontists receive two years of specialized training beyond dental school where they learn advanced techniques that make them skilled at saving diseased or damaged teeth that may otherwise have to be extracted. By choosing an experienced endodontist, you know you will be getting a dental professional with the skills and training necessary to provide you with the care you need to repair your dental health.

What Does an Endodontist in College Park Do?

A toothache can be a sign that the inner pulp of the tooth is damaged, infected, or inflamed. The pulp is the soft tissue inside the tooth that contains nerves, blood vessels, and connective tissue. An endodontist in College Park can determine the cause of your tooth pain and recommend and perform treatments to alleviate the pain and save the tooth.

Root canals are among the most common endodontic procedures. Root canals are an effective way to save a damaged tooth. During the procedure, the diseased pulp of the tooth is removed, and the canals are filled with a rubber-like material. The tooth is then restored with a crown or filling. One of the most common misperceptions about root canals is that the procedure is extremely painful. In fact, a root canal is typically no more uncomfortable than a filling. Most patients find that the procedure is less painful than living with the infected or damaged tooth.

What Should I Expect During an Appointment with a Root Canal Expert in College Park?

Since we specialize in endodontics in College Park, we normally see patients who have been referred by their primary dentist; however, we also receive patients who found us online or heard about us through word of mouth. During your initial consultation, we will discuss your medical history and current symptoms. We may request copies of recent X-rays from your primary dentist and perform an exam and additional X-rays as necessary. We will then go over your treatment options and schedule any necessary procedures. Depending on the circumstances, we may be able to perform the root canal or other procedure the same day. If this is not possible, we normally prescribe medications to keep you as comfortable as possible until your procedure.

Where Can I Go for Endodontics in College Park?

A toothache is not something to be ignored. The longer that the cause of a toothache goes undiagnosed and treated, the greater the likelihood that you will lose the tooth. When possible, saving the natural tooth is preferable to extraction. By saving and restoring the natural tooth, you will preserve your ability to smile confidently, chew food with ease, and speak clearly. Extractions, dentures, dental implants, and bridges can also be more costly than a root canal.

If you are suffering from chronic tooth pain or swelling, call Dental One Associates of College Park at (678) 619-5697 to schedule a consultation with an endodontic specialist. We look forward to serving you.