This section of this web site is designed specifically to provide information to the referring dentist and interested patients about our specialty practice. Over the past several years there have been many changes in our practice. The way we perform our endodontic procedures today is very much different than the way we performed them just two or three years ago. The information in this online brochure will help you become more familiar with some of the nuances within our practice and better acquaint you with some of the changes going on in our specialty.
For any given weekday, there is always an endodontist on staff. Our hours are generally 8:00am to 5:00pm, with evening hours available on Monday and Thursday). We have always had, and will continue to have a "send them right over" policy when it is necessary for us to see your emergency patients. To assist you and your patients with after-hour emergencies, a doctor is always on call, with our very personalized answering service.
With dental insurance ever changing, and with the increased number of "managed care" patients, our specially trained staff has kept up with the pace. Our insurance coordinators and front desk personnel have years of experience. Please, do not hesitate to have your staff or your patients call them regarding our participation in various provider programs. They are always willing to discuss fees and assist your patients with financial arrangements.
It is our commitment to provide endodontics using the very finest techniques and equipment. We are constantly reviewing advancements in the field in order to provide your patients with premium endodontic treatment. Listed below are a few state of the art changes that we are using in our practice.
One of the most important requirements in performing quality endodontic procedures is the cleaning of difficult canals. Research has shown that using ultrasonics during canal preparation can produce the finest canal debridement possible.
Working length can be quite a challenge, especially in upper molars or in areas where x-rays may be difficult to take. Working length determination can be verified with the finest electronic apex locators. Using this very accurate technique to determine the exact location of the apical foramen can produce a more controlled canal cleaning and obturation.
One of the biggest advancements in endodontics is the use of the surgical microscope. These very elaborate devices can increase our visualization of an endodontic access or surgical site up to 25 times. The surgical microscopes and micro-surgical instruments allow us to be more precise than ever before thought possible, enhancing our already high rate of success in endodontics.