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Associates is an experienced specialist who practices the most
advanced level of dentistry. All are lifelong learners who devote
themselves to advancing the field of endodontics through learn-
ing and teaching. Dr. Patel notes, “Several of our doctors are fac-
ulty members and three taught full-time for more than five years.
Dr. Fleury was recognized with the Young Educators Award and
he continues to lecture all over the country. Drs. He, Fleury,
Loth, and Patel actively volunteer at TAMHSC Baylor College
of Dentistry.”
The practice is equipped with high-powered operating micro-
scopes that illuminate and magnify the field up to 25x. This
greatly improves success because it allows practitioners to locate
canals and visualize minute details like fracture lines. It enables
clinical procedures like root canal treatment or re-treatments to
be performed with great precision and accuracy.
Endodontic Associates also relies on high-definition CBCT imag-
ing to improve diagnostic accuracy and optimize treatment out-
comes. “CBCT has become a standard in endodontics over the
last decade because it gives us the reliable, detailed information
that is essential to successful treatment,” notes Dr. Patel. “High-
resolution CBCT technology helps precisely define the bound-
aries of a lesion, guides intricate endodontic microsurgery
procedures, and helps detect canals that may have been missed
in previous treatment. Three-dimensional imaging allows us to
diagnose with greater accuracy, to obtain precise measurements
of the tooth anatomy, and to determine the quality of bone. In
fact, having a more complete picture of the tooth often enables
us to plan conservative treatment that saves more of the tooth
structure.” With the information provided by CBCT technology,
the long-term success of root canal treatment and re-treatments
is predictably as high as 92 percent 2 . All doctors in this practice
operate at the leading edge of endodontics and several members
of the Endodontic Associates team have published results
using advanced materials to improve root canal treatment and
re-treatment outcomes and longevity. (1,2)
“Today’s well-informed patients want to preserve their natural
teeth. We always treat with the goal of preserving the tooth
whenever possible, and modern endodontic technology greatly
improves the odds of achieving that goal,” Dr. Patel adds.
Endodontic Associates makes great patient care a central prior-
ity, and every doctor in the practice takes this commitment to
heart. At any of the Endodontic Associates locations, patients
will find a comfortable, soothing environment and receive a
warm welcome. Their success is measured in the abundant pos-
itive reviews from happy patients. “Three of our locations are
among the top ten endodontic practices in the U.S. for the great-
est number of positive patient reviews ― one has 396 reviews.”
Endodontic Associates keeps referring offices informed about
their patient’s prognosis and treatment plan, making sure to
keep them apprised of any unforeseen issues and answer any
questions as treatment progresses, as well as planning for post-
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TECHNOLOGY IN ENDODONTICS
The past three decades have seen enormous techno-
logical development that has set new standards in
the field of endodontics. Use of magnification with
better techniques of instrumentation and obturation,
as well as surgical techniques assist clinicians in com-
pleting treatment with more predictable prognosis
and favorable outcomes. The advent of Cone Beam
Computed Tomography (CBCT) has paved the way for
better diagnosis and three-dimensional visualization
of the root canal complex and associated pathoses.
The future of endodontics points to successful regen-
erative techniques and 3D printing which are ex-
pected to improve efficiency and enhance workflow.
treatment care. Another distinctive feature of the practice ―
patients who arrive in the morning are usually able to have treat-
ment completed in a single visit before returning to their general
dentist for restoration.
For referring dentists who encounter an unexpected problem,
such as a broken instrument or calcified canal, the team at
Endodontic Associates is a tremendous resource. “We are happy
to help with any concerning issue that might benefit from our
experience, our technology, or our specialty training. When an
unanticipated problem arises, well-timed collaboration can help
keep the situation from negatively impacting patient confidence
and comfort. For our general dentist partners, we are always just
a phone call away.”
Endodontic Associates not only takes the fear and discomfort
out of root canal treatment, they also help alleviate the patient’s
concerns about paying for treatment. The practice accepts most
insurance plans as well as financing options for maximum
patient convenience.
As Dr. Patel points out, “We strive to provide a positive patient
experience that reinforces patient loyalty and confidence in the
referring dentist, and restores each patient’s dental health, func-
tion and comfort as quickly as possible.”
CLINICAL RESULTS PUBLISHED BY THE
SPECIALISTS AT ENDODONTIC ASSOCIATES
1 Shinbori N, Grama AM, Patel Y, Woodmansey KF, He J. Clinical
Outcome of Endodontic Microsurgery That Uses EndoSequence
BC Root Repair Material as the Root-end Filling Material. J Endod.
2015; 41:607-12
2 Chybowski EA, Glickman GN, Patel Y, Fleury A, Solomon E, He
J. Clinical Outcome of Non-Surgical Root Canal Treatment Using a
Single-cone Technique with Endosequence Bioceramic Sealer: A
Retrospective Analysis. J Endod. 2018 Jun;44(6):941-945