Endodontic doctors are dentists with more than two additional years of advanced specialty education in diagnosis and root canal treatment. Because we limit our practices to endodontics, we treat these types of problems every day. We use their special training and experience in treating difficult cases, such as teeth with narrow or blocked canals, or unusual anatomy. We use the latest techniques and remain deeply committed to providing you with the highest quality endodontic procedures available. We will take the time to explain every procedure with you and make sure that it is the best option for your dental needs.
Locate the tooth immediately; do not leave it at the site of the accident. The tooth should be handled carefully -- touch only the crown -- to minimize injury to the root.
Rockingham residents, you can benefit from Pinehurst Endodontics experience in treating difficult cases. It's a bit of a ride from Rockingham, but so worth it.
Apicoectomy
Sometimes the infection persists even after root canal therapy. In these cases, an apicoectomy, or root end resection can be performed to remove diseased tissue.
Saving your natural teeth is usually the first plan of action as they are often better at biting and chewing that replacement he such as dentures, implants, or bridges. It is oftentimes less costly to do a root canal than replace the tooth. When a natural tooth is pulled but not replaced, the teeth around it may shift, making it more difficult to bite, chew, and clean your teeth well, which can lead to further problems.
After completing undergraduate study at the University of New Mexico, Dr. Corcoran graduated from the University of Missouri Kansas City Dental School in June of 2001. The following year he completed an Advanced Education Residency in General Dentistry and subsequently received his certificate of Endodontics in 2005. He achieved his board certification in 2008.