Cracked teeth often have obvious causes (accident, trauma to the face, fall, sports injury) and must be treated by an endodontist immediately, or the tooth is at risk of being lost. But, in other cases, patients don’t know they have a cracked tooth until they receive a diagnosis from their dentist. Unfortunately, symptoms of cracked […]
Endodontic surgery is a complex, specialized procedure that can save a tooth from extraction. By accessing the root of the tooth, the dentist can remove diseased pulp, repair damage, and clean the root canal system. In more serious cases, endodontic surgery is necessary to remove a cyst or tumor and address other issues. But how […]
Endodontic surgery and root canals are valuable dental procedures that help to eliminate infections inside the tooth and root system. Endodontic surgery, also known as apical microsurgery, focuses on the tip of the tooth's root. A root canal is a non-surgical procedure that deals with infection or inflammation inside the tooth's crown and root. Both […]
Having a cracked tooth can be a scary experience. If you have recently noticed a crack or chip in your tooth, you may be wondering how to go about fixing it. Cracked teeth can range from minor to severe, and the treatment for each varies greatly. Fortunately, a few solutions are available to repair a […]
Root canals can save your natural tooth from extraction due to decay or trauma. Today, getting a root canal from a qualified endodontist can be an easy, pain-free procedure. However, your tooth may be tender or sore for 2-5 days after the local anesthetic wears off. Root canal patients need to know what they can […]
Are you wondering if you need a root canal? While tooth pain can be a sign, knowing whether you need a root canal or not is usually best determined by your dental team. Experienced dental professionals can easily assess whether or not a root canal is necessary. If you do need root canal treatment, don’t […]
The human body is amazing, with your skin, bones, and other parts able to naturally heal themselves with time. As such, many patients wonder if cracked teeth can heal themselves over time. The short answer is that it depends on the severity of the damage. Unlike your body, there are no blood vessels inside the […]
With Forest Lake Endodontics now offering a 2 CE credit course, “CBCT: Revolutionizing Treatment Planning,” it’s time to take advantage of this great opportunity. Our office provides a wide range of skilled endodontic services, caring for patients dealing with dental pain and infection, and providing skilled treatment from our experienced specialists - all while using […]
Join us September 20 for our continuing education course entitled “CBCT: Revolutionizing Treatment Planning” at the Valley Dental Arts Lab in Stillwater, Minnesota. Register here to reserve your place. Course Details: When: September 20, 2022 from 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Where: Valley Dental Arts Lab, 1745 Northwestern Avenue, Stillwater, MN 55082 What: Continuing Education […]
A root canal, more commonly referred to as root canal therapy, is a procedure used to treat an infected tooth or a tooth that is at risk of infection. If you have a toothache or a cracked tooth, you may need root canal therapy. What the Procedure Entails A root canal is named for the […]