Root canal: Dentist or
Endodontist?
Dentists spend a great deal of time on root canals. As a specialist,
the endodontist is skilled in treating root canal problems. In fact,
such a specialist is expected to be familiar with all the necessary
procedures. This means that lesser time will be spent in the chair if
such patients were at the dentists’. Truly, a professional endodontist
can complete a molar root canal operation in less than 60 minutes.
Some people’s teeth have a ridiculous configuration. Such
examples are when the roots curl haphazardly into neighboring
roots. Calcification of canals can also occur. When such
abnormalities occur, a certified endodontist knows the right strings
to pull. This saves time and reduces the amount of pain that may
occur.
A patient may have extra canals which are overlooked by the
dentist. This can lead to an abscess that requires quick treatment. In
addition, there are times when a dentist will treat two out of three
canals. By the time the third canal is discovered, calcification must
have occurred. This is sincerely painful and an endodontist has to
complete the task.