Apopka Endodontics is a root canal specialty office located in Apopka, FL. Our goal is to provide quality root canal treatment in a friendly and pain-free
environment. We understand the urgency of tooth pain, and offer same day appointments.
When it comes to picking an endodontist, we know that you have options. Personalized, gentle, comprehensive patient care is our number one priority.
Your initial appointment will consist of a consultation explaining your diagnosis and treatment options. Occasionally, treatment can be done the same day as the
consultation. However, a complex medical history or treatment plan will require an evaluation and a second appointment to provide treatment on another day.
At Apopka Endodontics, we are qualified to handle all aspects of your care, so you are always surrounded by people that you trust. If we must refer out, we
promise to send you to carefully vetted colleagues who apply the same professional principles in their office that we do in ours.
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. When you look at your tooth in the mirror, what you see is the crown. The rest of the tooth, the portion hidden beneath the gum
line, is called the root. Though the outer portion of the root is a hard tissue called dentin, the inside channel or “root canal” contains a pulp of soft
tissue, blood vessels and nerves. 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, such as Dr. Lowe, removes the diseased pulp to save the
tooth and prevent further infection and inflammation. After successful endodontic treatment, the tooth continues to perform normally.
I’m worried about x-rays. Should I be?
No. While x-rays will be necessary during your endodontic treatment, we use an advanced non-film computerized system, called digital radiography,
that produces radiation levels up to 90 percent lower than those of already low dose conventional dental x-ray machinery. These digital images can
be optimized, archived, printed and sent to cotherapists via e-mail or CD-ROM. For more information contact Sirona Dental Systems, Inc.
What about infection?
Again, there’s no need for concern. We adhere to the most rigorous standards of infection control advocated by OSHA, the Centers for Disease
Control and the American Dental Association. We utilize autoclave sterilization and barrier techniques to eliminate any risk of infection.
What happens after root canal 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. Your restorative dentist will decide on what type of restoration is necessary
to protect your tooth. It is rare for endodontic patients to experience complications after routine endodontic treatment or microsurgery. If a problem
does occur, however, we are available at all times to respond.
What new technologies are being used?
Operating Microscopes:
In addition to digital radiography, we utilize special operating microscopes. Magnification and fiber optic illumination are helpful in aiding the doctor
to see tiny details inside your tooth. Also, a tiny video camera on the operating microscope can record images of your tooth to further document the
doctor’s findings.
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