What Is an Apicoectomy and When Is It Necessary?

What Is an Apicoectomy

At Jakob Endodontics, Dr. Chaim Jakob, DMD finds that a root canal is one of the most common and effective ways of treating tooth infections and saving natural teeth from extraction and loss. However, in some situations, the standard root canal procedure doesn’t cure the problem, typically in a previously root canal-treated tooth. An apicoectomy […]

Understand Root Canal Treatment: What to Expect

Understand Root Canal

To help understand root canal treatment, let’s examine this in greater depth, why they’ve been the go-to procedure for treating tooth pain, and how modern dentistry has made them easier for patients around the world. A standard dental procedure called root canal treatment or therapy can help alleviate oral pain or discomfort when a tooth […]

What to Expect During a Root Canal?

What to Expect During a Root Canal

The very mention of the term “root canal” can be frightening, but knowing what to expect can calm fears and help you feel less anxious about the treatment. What is a Root Canal? A root canal is a common endodontic treatment that seeks to save a damaged or infected tooth. Here’s a step-by-step breakdown of what to […]