Did you know? Some interesting facts about endodontics

Our endodontist at Concho Valley Endodontics is proud to be part of a specialty that’s focused on relieving tooth pain and preserving our patients’ precious natural teeth. You might find it interesting to note that according to the American Association of Endodontists, only three percent of all dentists in the United States specialize in what we do. It takes two to three years beyond dental school to obtain the training and residency to hone our skills, which exemplifies the commitment we have to deliver relief to our patients.

Here are a handful of facts we hope you’ll find interesting about what we do:

• More than 40,000 root canal procedures are performed each day across the United States. 

• More than half of all patients who opt for root canals trust an endodontic specialist to deliver this effective, long-lasting treatment

• Despite outdated beliefs that unfortunately continue to persist in some circles, root canal treatment is not painful. It actually relieves pain! With today’s modern technology and anesthesia, undergoing this treatment with our endodontist is no more uncomfortable than when your dentist fills a tooth. 

• There is absolutely no scientific proof that root canal treatment can cause an illness or other health concern.

• When you’re experiencing pain, it’s understandable to want that tooth yanked out. But saving that irreplaceable tooth is the best option. There are few if any complications from our tooth-saving treatment, while an extraction leaves a space that has to be filled with an artificial replacement.

If you are experiencing persistent pain, sensitivity to heat or cold foods and beverages, discoloration, or swollen gums, please let our endodontist Concho Valley Endodontics conduct an examination to determine how we can help alleviate your discomfort, save your precious natural tooth, and deliver peace of mind! Please contact our office today if you have any questions or would like to schedule an appointment.