tations. Patients are greeted by a spa-like space where comfort
is a priority and they have a sense of control over their experi-
ence. The office offers massage chairs, televisions with high-
quality headphones, and a library of more than 300 movies. For
patients who need additional help relaxing, different levels of
sedation using nitrous oxide, oral conscious sedation, or IV se-
dation are offered after a thorough review of the patient’s med-
ical history. Dr. Wan and his associates take pride in ensuring
that patients are reassured and relaxed and that their endodon-
tic treatment is painless.
Dr. Wan and his associ-
ates take pride in ensuring
that patients are reassured
and relaxed during their
endodontic treatment.
Patients and referring doctors can have confidence in the care
provided at Contemporary Endodontics. In addition to possess-
ing expertise built on a foundation of specialty training, the
endodontists at Contemporary Endodontics are equipped with
sophistic ated equipment like high-powered microscopes, digital
radiographs, and high-resolution CBCT to improve diagnostic
accuracy and optimize treatment outcomes.
“The more data we have, the greater our chance for successful
treatment,” notes Dr. Wan. “New high-resolution cone beam
computed tomography (CBCT) technology enables us to evalu-
ate the treatment area in three dimensions and visualize the
exact dimensions of the lesion. We have a blueprint going into
treatment rather than relying on trial and error. This informa-
tion guides exactly how much to remove and where to clean,
and clearly shows any missed canals. CBCT’s powerful imaging
also allows us to help determine if a root is fractured, so we can
avoid the cost and frustration of treatment that will ultimately
be unsuccessful.”
Dr. Wan and his team offer apicoectomy as an option for saving
teeth, even for posterior teeth which can be extremely challenging
to evaluate effectively and treat successfully. He explains, “CBCT
imaging prior to treatment allows us to obtain precise measure-
ments of the tooth anatomy. This technology also helps us to
make informed decisions about the quantity and quality of bone
that will guide treatment and ensure a predictable result.”
The apicoectomy procedure itself is performed using ultrasonic
instruments to clean the root ends under an operating micro-
scope. For patients, the positive experience often serves to
reinforce loyalty to the dentist for their role in securing a
successful outcome.
The team of Contemporary
Endodontics is committed
to ongoing education to
stay informed on new tech-
niques, the latest products
and most advanced equip-
ment to provide state-of-
the-art dental care.
The team at Contemporary Endodontics offers instructional
classes and group studies to help general dentists learn how to
increase their comfort level with endodontic treatment and
hone their endodontic skills. Attendees learn techniques to pro-
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With the help of this imaging technology, Dr. Wan reports that
patients who are referred for re-treatment of an old, failed root
canal can expect a higher success rate with the preservation of
form and function. “We always strive to preserve the natural
tooth if possible, and our chances of successfully saving teeth
are higher now than ever before,” Dr. Wan notes.
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