Most of us know endodontists are the “masters” of root canal procedures, but few of us know about the state-of-the-art dental technology that helps make those procedures so successful. In fact, today’s technological advances make root canals a lot more comfortable for patients while providing better long-term outcomes overall.
As a leading provider of endodontic treatment for patients in New York City, Compassionate Endodontists New York/NYC employs the most advanced dental tools to assist our team in performing even the most complex procedures. In this post, we review a few of the technological tools they use to provide patients with the best care possible.
Traditional X-rays provide two-dimensional images of your tooth’s structure, and while these X-rays can be highly beneficial in general dentistry (and overall health and wellness, too), the 2D nature makes it harder to identify tiny fractures, unusual tooth anatomy, or hidden, hard-to-reach canals.
Dental 3D imaging uses cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) to provide highly detailed, in-depth images of your tooth structure and its surroundings, revealing minute details that can’t be seen with traditional X-ray technology.
Using CBCT supports better diagnoses of underlying pain and other tooth symptoms, helping us identify the optimal approach to treatment. In turn, improved imaging means less damage to healthy tooth material for faster healing, less post-op discomfort, and improved tooth integrity and strength.
Endodontics focuses on the internal structures of teeth — tiny areas that can be difficult (or impossible) to fully examine with the naked eye. Dental surgical microscopes allow our team to visualize the internal structure of teeth in extreme detail, with magnifications of 25x or more.
Our team is highly skilled in dental microscope technology, using the microscopes to:
Together, these benefits and functions support greater accuracy and precision, along with better long-term outcomes for you.
The apex is the very end of the tooth root, and determining where it’s located plays a critical role in making sure your root canal procedure is performed with the highest accuracy and precision.
This tool helps determine the total length of the canal, ensuring the entire canal is cleaned, treated, and filled. The result: less chance of reinfection and the need for retreatment in the future. Using an apex locator also means we don’t need to rely on repeated X-rays to map out the canal during treatment.
Ultrasonic dental instruments use the power of high-frequency energy to provide extra, in-depth care for long-term benefits and the best possible results. At our practice, we use these tools to:
These tools play a central role in endodontic microsurgery, offering a minimally invasive option that improves outcomes without damaging the surrounding healthy tooth material.
Our endodontists don’t just use special tools: They have a lot of special training, too, including ongoing education that helps them stay on top of the most recent developments in oral health care. That means you can always feel confident you’ll receive care and treatments focused specifically on your unique needs for a lifetime of better oral health.
To learn more or to schedule an evaluation with our team, call 929-229-0255 or book an appointment online at Compassionate Endodontists New York/NYC in New York City today.
