{"id":7,"date":"2023-12-13T13:13:05","date_gmt":"2023-12-13T13:13:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rootcanal201.com\/blog\/?p=7"},"modified":"2024-02-05T13:15:19","modified_gmt":"2024-02-05T13:15:19","slug":"why-is-my-general-dentist-sending-me-to-an-endodontist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rootcanal201.com\/blog\/2023\/12\/13\/why-is-my-general-dentist-sending-me-to-an-endodontist\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Is My General Dentist Sending Me to an Endodontist?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rootcanal201.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/AdobeStock_269632952__1707138884_74152-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"endodontist perform root canal with microscope \" class=\"wp-image-8\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rootcanal201.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/AdobeStock_269632952__1707138884_74152-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rootcanal201.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/AdobeStock_269632952__1707138884_74152-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.rootcanal201.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/AdobeStock_269632952__1707138884_74152.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Most people have never heard the word \u201cendodontist\u201d until their dentist uses it, and it\u2019s typically in the context of them needing a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rootcanal201.com\/root-canal-therapy.html\">root canal<\/a>. Why do you need to go see a special type of dentist to perform a routine procedure you\u2019ve heard about your entire life? Can\u2019t your general dentist do it? In truth, an endodontist offers the most reliable and straightforward way to take care of your tooth and get you out of pain, but what exactly are they? What makes them different than your regular dentist?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is An Endodontist?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An endodontist is a type of dentist, more specifically a dental specialist. You\u2019ve probably heard of an orthodontist, a dentist that focuses on straightening the teeth. Well, an endodontist is an expert when it comes to treating the interior of a tooth when it has developed an infection. Similar to other specialties in the medical world, a person has to graduate from dental school and <em>then <\/em>complete another two to three years of specialty training in order to become an endodontist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why You Want an Endodontist for Your Root Canal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You probably know that the outer layer of your tooth is called the enamel, but what\u2019s inside it? At the center of every tooth is a collection of blood vessels and nerve tissue collectively referred to as the dental pulp. A cavity typically starts on the enamel, and if the bacteria responsible is able to reach the pulp, this can lead to infection, swelling, and quite a bit of pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To relieve this and save your tooth, a root canal is the go-to procedure. For this, the pulp is removed, the interior of the tooth is cleaned and disinfected, and then it\u2019s filled and topped with a crown.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While this sounds straightforward, a root canal is actually a technique-intensive procedure. You don\u2019t need a dental degree to know that the inside of a tooth is <em>extremely <\/em>small, and working with sensitive nerve tissue requires a special touch as well. The pulp extends into the roots of your teeth which are made up of various narrow canals. If the tissue isn\u2019t properly removed, the infection (and pain) may come back, meaning you\u2019ll have to go <em>back<\/em> to the dentist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While a general dentist may perform a root canal a few times a month at most, an endodontist has literally trained to just do this treatment and essentially does it all day, every day. Their experience and skill are unmatched when it comes to this type of care, meaning your comfort and health couldn\u2019t be in better hands. They are also able to handle more complicated cases and drastically reduce the risk of you needing retreatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Take a Deep Breath<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Going to an endodontist means that your toothache (and the risk of losing your tooth altogether) will soon be behind you, and you\u2019ll quickly get back to not having to really think about your teeth throughout the day. While your general dentist can handle the majority of your oral care, when it comes to something as complex as a root canal, even they know it\u2019s best to trust an expert.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>About Endodontic Group of Jersey City<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Endodontic Group of Jersey City is led by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rootcanal201.com\/meet-the-dentists.html\">multiple certified endodontists<\/a> whose skill is only overshadowed by their empathy for their patients. They understand that no one looks forward to a root canal, so they combine their experience with the latest techniques and technology to help patients get what they need and get back to their lives as quickly as possible. If you\u2019re ready to make your tooth pain go and stay away, reach out today to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rootcanal201.com\/request-an-appointment.html\">request an appointment<\/a> or call (201) 484-5404.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Most people have never heard the word \u201cendodontist\u201d until their dentist uses it, and it\u2019s typically in the context of them needing a root canal. Why do you need to go see a special type of dentist to perform a routine procedure you\u2019ve heard about your entire life? Can\u2019t your general dentist do it? 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