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INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION

Pre-Operative Instructions

  • Before Non-Surgical Treatment

    • Please eat a normal breakfast or lunch 

    • Please continue taking all day medications as recommended by your physician.

    • If you are required to use antibiotic prophylaxis, please take a full dose one hour before treatment.
       

  • Before Surgical Treatment

    • On the appointment day, you should take regular doses of your daily medications. 

    • If your medical doctor has prescribed any anticoagulants, including aspirin, please let us know so that we may discuss it with your MD.

    • Remember to have a light meal before leaving for the appointment. 

    • It is recommended that someone accompanies you to the surgical visit to assist with transportation home. 
       

Post-operative Instructions

  • For the next 30 minutes, do not eat or drink anything. A temporary restoration has been placed.You may use Motrin or Advil (600-800mg) every 6-8 hours as needed for discomfort if you are not allergic. 

  • You can use an ice pack to the affected area for 20 minutes on, and 20 minutes off. 

  • Avoid chewing on the treated tooth until the permanent restoration has been placed by your general dentist. 

  • Some discomfort following the root canal is normal to 2 to 4 days after the treatment.

ENDO FAQ:

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What is Endodontics?

  • Endodontics is a branch of dentistry recognized by the American Dental Association involving treatment of the pulp (root canal) and surrounding tissues of the tooth. Bacteria that are introduced into the pulp as a result of tooth decay, periodontal disease, tooth fracture, or other problems, can severely damage the pulp. When that happens, an endodontic specialist removes the diseased pulp to save the tooth and prevent further infection and inflammation. After successful endodontic treatment, the tooth continues to perform normally.
     

What about infection?

  • We adhere to the most rigorous standards of infection control advocated by OSHA, the Center for Disease Control, and the America Dental Association. We utilize autoclave sterilization and barrier techniques to eliminate any risk of infection.
     

What happens after treatment? 

  • When your root canal therapy has been completed, a record of your treatment will be sent to your restorative dentist. You should contact his office for a follow-up restoration within a few weeks of completion at our office. If a problem does occur, however, we are available at all times to respond.

Microscope

INNOVATION-TECHNOLOGY:

Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT)

  • Provides three-dimensional radiographic images of the teeth and jaws, allowing greatly improved viewing of the maxillofacial skeleton. 

Surgical Dental Microscope

  • Magnification and fiber optic illumination are helpful in aiding the doctor to see tiny details inside your tooth. 

Digital Radiography

  • This technology utilizes sensors that instantly transmit the radiographic image of your tooth directly onto an operatory computer monitor. This system lowers the already low dosage radiation needed to take X-rays within a conventional film by over 90%. 

Apex Locators

  • These are instruments that can electronically help determine where the end of the root is located.

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