How Can We Provide Higher Quality Endodontic Treatment for Our Pediatric Patients?
By Su-Min Lee, DDS, MS, DScD Pediatric patients have a greater risk of dental caries and a higher incidence of dental trauma. According to a recent systematic review and meta-analysis, the prevalence of dental caries in permanent teeth in children in the world was 53.8%. Furthermore, the frequency of dental trauma in permanent teeth of…
Read MoreSave a Tooth, Maybe Save a Life
By David Landwehr, D.D.S., M.S. “Your natural teeth are worth saving. See an endodontist today.” So reads the banner headline on the front page of the AAE website. As a practicing endodontist for more than 20 years I couldn’t agree more and I am pleased to have helped patients retain thousands of teeth over my…
Read MorePain Control
By Paul A. Rosenberg, D.D.S. Endodontic pain is multifaceted. Its consideration is critical for clinicians and their patients. In the past, pain was considered synonymous with Endodontic treatment. This is no longer true, as treatment can now be predictably provided without significant intra or post-operative pain. Complete discussion of the subject would include topics ranging…
Read MoreEndoSpeak for the Layperson: Answering the Tough Questions
By Joseph C. Stern, D.D.S. “But Doctor, isn’t that a dead tooth?” We often hear patients comment that a root canaled tooth is a “dead tooth.” Is this true? What are the issues at hand? If it’s not a dead tooth, how can we educate our patients a little more? Let’s jump right in! Inside-Outside…
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