Ease Tooth Pain and Protect Your Smile
Tooth pain is a frequent reason for dental visits, usually caused by infection or damage to the tooth’s pulp—the core containing nerves, blood vessels, and connective tissue. When the pulp is infected or injured, it can result in significant discomfort.
At Victory Smiles Dental Center in Houston - Westheimer, our expert endodontists focus on treating pulp issues and performing root canal therapy to preserve your natural teeth. If you think you may need a root canal, schedule your appointment today.
Endodontist Explained
Endodontists are dental specialists who focus on diagnosing and treating issues inside the tooth, including the pulp and root. They undergo an additional two years of specialized training beyond general dentistry to manage complex procedures, alleviate severe tooth pain, and save natural teeth whenever possible.
They commonly treat conditions such as:
- Tooth decay
- Tooth abscess or pus buildup
- Dental trauma from falls or facial impacts
- Cracked teeth involving the pulp
- Bacterial infections
- Severe tooth sensitivity to hot or cold
Endodontist Services
In addition to root canals, endodontists are trained to perform a range of specialized treatments, including:
- Root canal replacement
Replace the materials in a previously failed root canal. - Emergency dental surgery
Repair tooth injuries or treat severe infections. - Dental implant surgery
Surgically place a dental implant that will serve as the root for dental prosthetics (like a bridge). - Tooth extraction
Tooth removal is not the first option, but in some cases, the endodontist may elect to remove a tooth that’s beyond saving. - Endodontic surgery
Other specialized surgeries. One example is an apicoectomy, which is the removal of the end of a tooth’s root.
