5 Things You Might Not Know About the Field of Endodontics
Here are a few things about the field of endodontics we think you might find interesting. 1. Most people have negative feelings about losing their teeth. Have you ever had a nightmare where all your teeth fall out? It’s a very common stress-related dream that…
10 Tips to Avoid Root Canal Treatment
We love seeing you in our office, but we wish we didn’t have to! Root canal treatment is a wonderful tool, and often the best tooth-saving tool that is available. Advancements in treatment have increased the success rate of endodontic treatment, while modern techniques and tools have…
Recovery Time After Root Canal Treatment
Root canal treatment is a fantastic procedure that can potentially save an infected tooth. The procedure is often required when bacteria cause decay and weakens the tooth enamel. If left untreated, an infected tooth can lead to severe consequences. Your dentist or endodontist will recommend a root…
CBCT Scan and Its Advantages
Cone Beam Computed Tomography, or CBCT, is a type of medical imaging technique that has become increasingly vital to dentistry over the past decade, and especially within the field of endodontics. The important thing to know about CBCT imaging is that, unlike traditional dental x-rays,…
What to Do When a Dental Crown Becomes Dislodged
If you’ve ever cracked a tooth, there’s a good chance that a dentist may have said you need a crown. A dental crown is a cap for a damaged tooth. Unlike a veneer, which only covers the front of a tooth, a crown typically covers most or all…
Can A Root Canal Weaken Your Tooth?
A root canal is an essential procedure that can eliminate infection and save your teeth. But it involves extensive work on the tooth, and some people are concerned that the result might not be strong enough to give long-lasting results. Although a tooth that is treated in…
When Will a Patient Need to See an Endodontist for a Root Canal?
An endodontist focuses on saving the teeth. Root canals are one of the procedures that these professionals do often. You may need a root canal if the pulp of a tooth has become damaged from an injury or decay. Read on to learn more about whether to…
Introducing the Redesigned York Hill Endodontics Website!
We are pleased to announce the launch of our newly redesigned website. The redesigned website will help us meet your endodontic needs better by offering valuable and easy-to-access information. At the same time, patients can expect the same level of quality care that York Hill…
What is Dental Trauma?
Dental trauma is physical injury to the teeth, gums, the alveolar bone (the bone that holds the tooth sockets), or the soft tissue of the mouth, including the lips and tongue. There are several types of injury that fall under the category of dental trauma, including…
Benefit from a CT Scanner for Root Canal Treatment
You may have heard a CT scanner is used along with dental implant placement; however, the advanced technology can be used for a variety of treatments. Believe it or not, using a CBCT scanner for root canal treatment is becoming a common practice. It gives your endodontist…