Largo Endodontics

When you have tooth damage from decay, injuries, or other causes, your treatment options might include a root canal to save the tooth, or extracting the tooth and replacing it with a dental implant. Find out more about these different types of treatment.     Root Canals Root canals involve eliminating infected or damaged parts of […]

Are you wondering if an achy tooth means you’ll need to have a root canal done? Not necessarily. Pain isn’t always a clear indicator that you need this treatment, and it’s possible to have other signs rather than pain. Root canals are done to treat infections deep inside teeth, making it important to seek this […]

Have you been dealing with ongoing tooth pain or other symptoms? The right diagnosis helps determine the most suitable treatment. At Largo Endodontics, our state-of-the-art technology allows us to find out the cause with a highly accurate diagnosis. We use the latest cone beam computer tomography (CBCT) to produce incredibly detailed images of tooth structures and surrounding areas. Let’s […]

Remember losing your baby teeth and having adult teeth replace them? You might not realize that this is an example of tooth resorption. That’s a natural type that happens — but other types aren’t and require treatment to save the affected tooth. What happens with this condition? Your inner or outer tooth structure dissolves and becomes […]

You may have come across the term “pulpotomy” when searching online for the cause of your symptoms. Or perhaps your dentist mentioned the possibility you need this procedure, so you’re looking for more information. So we’ll dive into the procedure here, and how it’s different from a root canal.    What Is a Pulpotomy? Most […]

There are many misconceptions surrounding root canal (endodontic) treatment and whether patients experience root canal pain. The American Association of Endodontists wants you to have accurate information. As always, when considering any medical procedure, you should get as much information as you can about all of your options. Your dentist or endodontist can answer many of […]

Do you have an ongoing tooth infection? Or are you experiencing any other possible signs of needing a root canal? This type of procedure can bring you relief — but it’s not for everyone. In fact, the shape your teeth are in and other factors may affect your ability to have it done. How do […]

When you’ve already had a root canal but you’re still experiencing tooth pain or have an infection, your dentist might recommend a different procedure known as an apicoectomy. This procedure involves removing the tip of the affected tooth’s root to ease discomfort and prevent an infection from spreading. Knowing more about having an apicoectomy can […]

Have you been told that you need a root canal? Or do you suspect that you need one? You may be worried about this procedure due to common misconceptions about it. But it provides a safe way to save infected teeth — and even improve your well-being overall!     What Are Root Canal Myths? […]

When you have tooth pain, dentists and endodontists can provide treatment that relieves the discomfort and prevents additional problems from occurring down the road. However, there are certain differences between the treatments that dentists and endodontists offer. Understanding how these treatments differ is important to ensure you receive proper care to ease your tooth pain. […]