While many dentists do\u00a0not perform any endodontic treatment and refer all patients to endodontists, a few general dentists\u00a0may perform some endodontic (root canal)\u00a0treatment.\u00a0\u00a0 However, patients are often referred to an endodontist when it has been\u00a0determined that your case may be complex or\u00a0requires the attention of a specialist.\u00a0 endodontists are specialists with advanced training\u00a0and knowledge in this field. \u00a0A sharp general dentist\u00a0often\u00a0identifies\u00a0potential challenges in advance,\u00a0and refers to an endodontist\u00a0to avoid encountering difficulty in order to give you the best treatment outcome. \u00a0It is important to recognize that you have been referred\u00a0because your dentist has your best interest at heart and wants you to receive the finest endodontic care possible.<\/p>\n
Common reasons for referral\u00a0include:\u00a0molar teeth or difficult canal anatomy, elusive pain diagnosis,\u00a0previously root canal treated teeth, fractures, pediatrics, and trauma.<\/p>\n
At Pomerado Endodontics, we work in close partnership with your dentist to ensure that you receive\u00a0optimal care. \u00a0We serve as an extension of their dental team and maintain close communication and detailed documentation\u00a0of your care.<\/p>\n
Do I Need Treatment?<\/strong><\/p>\n Not all patients referred to us will need a root canal treatment. We will do a thorough evaluation as a proper diagnosis is utmost important.\u00a0 Our doctor\u2019s expertise and state-of-the-art technology will help to determine if you need treatment.\u00a0\u00a0 Oftentimes, we find that patients do not need root canal treatment. However, when they do need root canal treatment, we offer the most gentle and the highest quality of care as we strive to exceed expectations and ensure the best treatment outcome.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Signs and Symptoms<\/strong><\/p>\n Common signs and symptoms may include one or more of the following:\u00a0a toothache, radiating pain,\u00a0prolonged sensitivity to heat or cold, discoloration of the tooth, sensitivity to biting, swelling or tenderness of the\u00a0gums.\u00a0Occasionally there are no symptoms and endodontic disease is detected\u00a0by a loss of bone on radiographs (x-ray images). \u00a0Signs and symptoms\u00a0can\u00a0often progress to severe intensity that requires an emergency evaluation.\u00a0 If patients wait too long to be seen, the tooth may go beyond saving. \u00a0 If you suspect that you may have an endodontic problem, it is\u00a0best to seek care early before signs or symptoms have\u00a0a\u00a0chance to progress.<\/p>\n Why Would I Need Endodontic Treatment?<\/strong><\/p>\n Endodontic treatment is necessary when the pulp becomes irreversibly inflamed or infected. The most common reasons for this\u00a0are deep cavities (caries), repeated dental procedures, tooth cracks, or trauma. If irreversible pulp inflammation\u00a0is allowed to progress untreated, it will inevitably\u00a0progress to an\u00a0infected tooth, which ultimately progresses to\u00a0an infected abscess in the surrounding jawbone. \u00a0Only endodontic treatment or extraction can stop this process.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n How Can Endodontics Help Me?<\/strong><\/p>\n Endodontic treatment allows you to keep a tooth that otherwise would\u00a0need to be extracted. \u00a0Endodontic treatment can also provide substantial relief from pain, swelling, or other symptoms.\u00a0 The endodontist removes the\u00a0inflamed\u00a0or infected pulp, carefully cleans and shapes the canal system and then seals the prepared space. Most treatment is now performed in a single appointment ranging from 30-90 minutes (depending on the number of canals).\u00a0 Patients can expect immediate relief after a\u00a0root canal\u00a0treatment but some may still have mild discomfort up to two weeks after the procedure as the tooth structure takes time to heal.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Treatment Why Have I Been Referred? While many dentists do\u00a0not perform any endodontic treatment and refer all patients to endodontists, a few general dentists\u00a0may perform some endodontic (root canal)\u00a0treatment.\u00a0\u00a0 However, patients are often referred to an endodontist when it has been\u00a0determined that your case may be complex or\u00a0requires the attention of a specialist.\u00a0 endodontists are…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\r\n