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Premier Aesthetic Dentistry
Appointments: (803) 781-7901
Mark Pelletier D.D.S.
Premier Aesthetic Dentistry
900 Lake Murray Boulevard, Suite 200; P.O. Box 1181
Irmo, SC 29063
You've probably heard that a root canal procedure can be an uncomfortable experience. At Premier Aesthetic Dentistry, located in Irmo, SC area, that's not the case. Dr. Mark Pelletier numbs the tooth so you simply won't feel any pain, and you'll find that there is very little discomfort afterwards.
New and safe sedation dentistry with Irmo area sedation dentist Dr. Mark Pelletier means you can have years of dental treatments done quickly while you're lightly sedated, with little or no discomfort. If you've been putting up with discomfort, hiding your smile, or delaying scheduling dental work because you're too busy, your life is about to change. Make a sedation dentistry consultation appointment today with Dr. Pelletier.
If you want a gorgeous smile that turns heads, you may want to learn about the range of dental services offered at Premier Aesthetic Dentistry. Irmo area cosmetic dentist Dr. Mark Pelletier is dedicated to producing quality results and beautiful smiles.
If you are missing one or more teeth, you'll want to talk with Irmo area dental implant dentist Dr. Mark Pelletier about replacements that look and feel as natural as your own teeth. If dentures are causing you problems, you may consider dental implants. Unlike dentures, which can be removed, Dr. Pelletier offers dental implants that are permanently anchored into the jaw itself.
Premier Aesthetic Dentistry practices the highest infection control standards to protect our patients and ourselves. In the Irmo, SC area, Dr. Mark Pelletier and his staff strictly observe all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines. All instruments are cleaned, disinfected and routinely sterilized as recommended by the American Dental Association and the Centers for Disease Control. Whenever possible, disposable, single-use items are used to ensure your safety.
Lincoln Dental
Appointments: (508) 754-5891
Frank Voci D.M.D.
Lincoln Dental
129 Lincoln St
Worcester, MA 01605
Would you like your smile to be a bit brighter than it is right now? We can make it happen at Lincoln Dental, with professional tooth whitening for brighter natural looking teeth. Dr. Frank Voci's Worcester, MA area office can effectively lighten your stained or discolored tooth enamel. Whiter teeth not only look great, they improve your self-confidence.
If you need gum disease treatment, Worcester area gum disease dentist, Dr. Voci offers extensive experience. Unhealthy gums can be a risk factor for more serious health problems if not treated promptly.
Our professional team will assess your situation and create a personalized treatment plan. We're committed to your life-long healthy gums and teeth.
Worcester area restorative dentistry at Lincoln Dental can produce natural-looking results. If you have a damaged or missing tooth, we can help.
Our highly skilled team will assess your need for a crown, bridge, implant or other procedure to restore or improve your smile. Our goal is to provide quality dental care for your life-long oral health.
We understand you have a busy life, and "going to the dentist" is one more task you need to check off your ever-growing "to-do" list. That's why here at Lincoln Dental, located in the Worcester, MA area, we offer people hours, not office hours. Dr. Voci and his staff put your needs first by providing flexible scheduling options to ensure you obtain an appointment that is convenient and workable for you.
Frank Voci, D.M.D., provides general dentistry for people of all ages. Dental health is important during your entire life. When your teeth are healthy, it follows that you will be healthier, and your quality of life increases. No matter what your age, Lincoln Dental is here to serve your dental needs in the Worcester, Massachusetts area.
Andover Dental Care
Appointments: (978) 470-8855
Charles McQuade D.M.D.
Andover Dental Care
10 Main Street Suite L-1
Andover, MA 01810
Dr. McQuade has extensive experience providing gingivitis treatments in the Andover area. Bleeding gums can lead to more serious health problems if not treated promptly.
Our friendly, professional team will evaluate your needs and design a personal treatment plan. We'll help you have healthy gums and teeth for life.
At Andover Dental Care we offer a range of treatment options for sleep apnea. If snoring or obstructed breathing is a problem, call Dr. McQuade today to learn how we can help you breathe easier.
Left untreated, sleep apnea can cause serious health problems, so contact us now to schedule an examination.
Experienced Andover area root canal dentist Charles McQuade, D.M.D. will provide you with excellent care. We'll make sure that you're comfortable during and after your procedure.
Our highly trained team will answer any questions you have. Our goal is to provide you with quality, pain-free treatment for your long term dental health.
Charles McQuade, D.M.D. is an experienced Andover area gum disease dentist known for his gentle approach to periodontal surgery.
If you have abscessed teeth, swollen gums, or infections, our caring team will make you comfortable during your procedure.
Don't delay the gum treatment you need any longer. Let us relieve your pain and restore your gums to health.
Andover Dental Care is a trusted Andover area NTI-tss plus provider. Our highly-trained team fit you with a custom bite guard designed to relieve headaches and migraines caused by jaw clenching during sleep.
Each person is unique. Our experienced team will provide you with the individualized care you deserve for your situation.
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Root Canal Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Why would I need a root canal?
A. When the nerve of a tooth becomes irreversibly damaged -- due to decay, trauma, or a crack in the tooth -- you'll need root canal treatment.
Q. How can the dentist tell if I need a root canal?
A. Often nerve damage causes tooth pain, swelling and sensitivity to hot or cold. You may also notice that the tooth is becoming darker in color. Sometimes, it can only be diagnosed with an X-ray or other tests.
Q. What happens during a root canal?
A. During root canal treatment, the dentist cleans out the infected pulp tissue within the roots. After all the nerve has been removed, the canals are filled with a sealer.
Q. How long will it take?
A. Usually, root canal therapy takes one or two appointments for a front tooth (anterior), and two or three appointments for a back tooth (posterior). A tooth can have from one to four roots and all the roots must be treated.
Q. After the root canal is finished, will the tooth need more work?
A. The tooth is more brittle after a root canal and requires a permanent restoration. This could range from a simple tooth filling to a large build-up with posts and pins. If the tooth filling is large, the tooth may also need a dental crown to protect the tooth from breaking.
Q. Why not just take out the tooth?
A. It's usually healthier and less expensive to save the tooth with root canal treatment. Replacing an extracted tooth involves either expensive bridgework or a partial denture. If the tooth is extracted and not replaced, adjoining teeth can move into the empty space, creating even more problems.
Q. Will root canal treatment be painful?
A. Your tooth will be numb during the treatment. If your tooth was aching or sensitive prior to treatment, it may take a few days for the tooth to get back to feeling normal. You can take a mild painkiller during that time. If it's necessary, something stronger will be prescribed. If the tooth had been badly infected, you may need to take an antibiotic.
Q. How much will it a Root Canal cost?
A. The cost of root canal treatment usually depends on the number of canals which are infected and need treatment. There will be a separate charge for the restoration, which will vary from the cost of a simple filling to a crown. All expected treatment charges will be discussed with you before treatment.
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The Endodontist, the General Dentist and Root Canals
All dental school graduates have basic education and training in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the tooth pulp and are licensed to perform a routine root canal procedure.
What Is an Endodontist?
An endodontist is a dentist who has completed an additional two to three-year course of study in an accredited endodontics postdoctoral residency program. In addition to performing routine root canal treatment and tooth pulp treatments, the endodontist has extensive training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide variety of conditions, such as:
- The differential diagnosis of painful oral and facial conditions in which the origin of the pain is uncertain. In these cases, the root canal dentist is part of a team, which may include other specialists in dentistry as well as medical colleagues, when appropriate.
- Endodontics treatment of teeth involved in cases of oral-facial trauma.
- Endodontic treatment for patients who are medically compromised.
- Endodontics treatment of complex root canal cases, such as teeth that exhibit calcified canals, curved canals, or very long roots.
- Non-surgical re-treatment of teeth that have had previous root canals.
- Surgical treatment of endodontic disease that can be treated in no other way.
There are ethical guidelines that determine what an endodontist can and cannot do. As an example, an endodontics specialist would not place crowns, dentures, or perform orthodontic procedures.
Following the completion of a root canal procedure, a patient is usually referred back to the general dentist. At times, however, in a complex situation it may be necessary for the endodontist to refer a patient to another specialist before the patient returns to their general dentist.
Why Are Patients Referred From a General Dentist to an Endodontist?
Patients are referred from a general dentist to specialist because a dental problem may be so complex that its successful diagnosis and treatment require considering a multitude of complex factors.
A "multidisciplinary" approach allows the patient to have expert opinions from different generalists and specialists so that the best of science, art, and technology can be utilized in a particular set of circumstances.
Oftentimes, an individual dentist is more interested and experienced in some areas of dentistry than in others. A general dentist may choose not to do certain procedures because:
- They do not have the equipment, instruments, or training necessary to do the procedures.
- The time involved to do the procedure well is more than they wish to spend.
- Particular teeth may exhibit complex treatment challenges.
- The patient may have medical or other complicating factors.
In short, the primary consideration for referral is that the patient has the opportunity to have the best diagnosis and the best care available. A patient may be referred from a general dentist to specialist to make certain that this goal is attained.
By Clifford J. Ruddle, DDS, in collaboration with Philip M. Smith, DDS
