You may know endodontists as specialists in root canal therapy, but what you may not know is that we also have advanced training in dental …
Sedation in Endodontics
Many patients are nervous at the prospect of endodontic treatment. This is understandable; everyone knows what to expect when they see the dentist, but most …
Massachusetts Dental Society Responds to WHO Guidance
We are all doing the best we can to navigate the changes brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic. For those of us in the dental …
Top 5 Root Canal Questions & Answers
There are many dental procedures that get a bad rap, but it’s hard to think of any treatment more dreaded than the root canal. It’s …
3 Signs You Need a Root Canal
A root canal is a common but complex dental procedure. The goal is to clean out the tooth roots and seal the space with a …
COVID-19 Safety Protocols
Patient safety has always been at the forefront of everything we do at North Shore & Brookline Endodontics, but in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, …
Understanding and Treating Patients with Dental Anxiety
For many, dentistry has developed a complex stigma over the course of time. Even though dental practice has evolved to be patient centered and prioritize …
Root Canals and Heart Disease: Separating Fact vs Fiction
Although root canal treatment is a common and successful procedure, it is also one of the most feared. Much of this fear is due to …
Top 3 Symptoms of a Root Canal Failure
Root canal therapy is generally safe and effective, with a success rate of more than 95%. Like any other medical or dental procedure, though, a …
Root Canal Myths: What You Should Know
A root canal is a straightforward and simple procedure that can save a badly damaged or decayed tooth. We will thoroughly numb the tooth and …