Endodontics

Endodontics is a specialty of dentistry that involves treatment of diseases of the tooth pulp (root canal system), thus the name “root canal therapy”. Commonly perceived as a painful procedure, a “root canal” is often the humorous standard to which unpleasant tasks in life are compared. Modern endodontics, however, allow us to treat the majority of teeth with little discomfort. Nonetheless, we realize you may not be looking forward to your visit wo we will make every effort to ensure your comfort, see you promptly, and provide you with the best possible care. – Wayne M. Dubin

A graphic of a healthy tooth and what it is made of.

Graphic of an infected tooth with decay, infected pulp and an abscess

Endodontic Treatment

Endodontic treatment is necessary when the pulp becomes inflamed or infected. The most common reasons for inflammation or infection are deep cavities (caries), repeated dental procedures, cracks or chips. Trauma can also cause inflammation and often shows up as discoloration of the tooth. If pulp inflammation or infection is left untreated, it can cause pain or lead to an abscess.

Indications for treatment include prolonged sensitivity to heat or cold, discoloration of the tooth, swelling or tenderness of the tooth or adjacent gums. Sometimes there are no symptoms.

Multisonic UltracleaningTM Technology: Advancing the Standards of Clean for Your Teeth

The GentleWave® System represents an innovative new way of cleaning your root canal. With breakthrough Multisonic Ultracleaning™ technology, a powerful vortex of treatment fluids, plus multiple waves of broad spectrum acoustic energy enable treatment fluids to reach every surface. Tissue, debris and bacteria are virtually eliminated, even in the microscopic tubules that traditional methods cannot reach providing unprecedented disinfection and a clean that has never been achieved before.

Once you compare patented Multisonic Ultracleaning technology to traditional root canal methods, you’ll see what sets GentleWave treatments apart.

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