Pupal and Periapical Terminology

At Elm Endodontics in Broomfield we use the following terminology in describing pulpal and periapical conditions.  This is information mainly for general dentists to understand ...
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The Importance of Quality Initial Root Canal Therapy

The following post addresses the importance of good initial root canal therapy. If endodontic treatment fails, there is statistically a lower success rate with retreatment.  ...
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A Week of CBCT Imaging at Elm Endodontics in Broomfield, CO

Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) 3-D imaging is allowing us to more thoroughly evaluate, diagnose, and treatment plan root canal treatment at Elm Endodontics in ...
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What do Shoelaces and Sutures Have in Common?

Not long ago my wife started teaching our oldest son how to tie his shoelaces.  One day while he was struggling to get it right, I ...
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Use of CBCT in Endodontic Treatment Planning with Impacted Wisdom Teeth

CBCT findings are sometimes surprising.  Below are three cases where radiographic findings related to impacted wisdom teeth changed the treatment plan.  Keep in mind that ...
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Root Canal Anatomy is Complex

Why do I need a specialist to do my root canal? Root canal anatomy can be highly complex as seen in the following high resolution ...
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Does Root Canal Treatment Work?

I often hear patients say, “My neighbor says to not get a root canal, because he’s had three of them and each of those teeth ...
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Re-treatment of a Missed Canal (MB2)

The day after I wrote my article entitled “Does Root Canal Treatment Really Work?” with an emphasis on root canal re-treatment, the very first case ...
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Three Tools to a Great Root Canal Experience for your Patients

When patients are referred to us for endodontic treatment, their dentists are counting on a favorable outcome. At Elm Endodontics, our goal is not only ...
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