Unless you have had a root canal, you may not be familiar with the term “endodontist.” An endodontist is a dental professional who specializes in root canals and other treatments which involve the inside of the tooth. Here at Phoenix Endodontic Group, Dr. Jacqueline S. Allen and her staff use advanced technologies, such as digital imaging, surgical microscopes and ultrasonic equipment in their diagnosis and treatment processes.
Our Phoenix Endodontists perform root canals which may be complicated due to dental crowns, dental abscess, patient health, or anatomy. In order to preserve as much of the tooth structure as possible, our endodontists will remove any inflamed or infected pulp in your tooth which may be causing pain.
At Phoenix Endodontics we will:
- Examine, diagnose and treat diseases of the pulp and dental tissues in your mouth.
- Develop a treatment plan to address and repair the diagnosed issues.
- Treat exposed pulp by capping or removingl it.
- Fill the empty pulp chamber with endodontic materials to replace the pulp which has been removed.
- When possible, the endodontist will reinsert and restore any teeth knocked out during an accident or collision.
- On occasion, the endodontist will bleach discolored teeth to maintain an even appearance of color in your mouth.
It is our hope that if you live or work in Central Arizona (Phoenix, Scottsdale, Paradise Valley) and you need a root canal that you would contact our office (602-242-4745) for an immediate appointment to diagnose and treat your endodontic issues. Here are tips for finding the right endodontist for you:
- Ask your family dentist for referrals to a qualified endodontist.
- Find out if the endodontic office has invested in the latest technologies and equipment.
- Qualifications & experience: How long has the endodontist been practicing? Is their degree a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD).
- An endodontist is required to have completed two or more years of advanced education in endodontics. Does the endodontist have an additional degree (M.S. or M.S.D.)?
- Find out if they have any additional patient education information such as a newsletter, social media or website page which provides aftercare and follow-up information.
- Ask about pricing, payment plans and determine what may be covered by your insurance plan. Is it in your best interest to have your procedure performed in more than one visit?
Phoenix Endodontic Group is dedicated to providing exceptional endodontic and root canal therapy in a patient-friendly environment. Learn more about us here.