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Common Questions |
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What is a Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics?
American Board of Endodontics (ABE) "Diplomate" status is awarded to qualified Candidates who have demonstrated diagnostic skill, clinical proficiency, and professional judgment of a level that promotes the highest quality of care for patients. They have taken an examination (written, practical, and oral) administred by a panel of experts of their peers and have demonstrated an exemplary level of knowledge, understanding and clinical expertise in endodontics. |
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Will the treatment be painful?
We will take every measure to ensure that your procedure is as comfortable as possible. If treatment is required, a local anesthetic is used to numb the area. If moderate to high anxiety is present, nitrous oxide sedation and oral sedation techniques are available. |
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Will I need to return to your office for follow-ups after the procedure is finished?
Yes, for most root canal treatments, we recommend that patients return to the office six months, to one year after the procedure was finished to monitor healing. Most recall appointments are made immediately following treatment and a reminder telephone call is made two days prior to your appointment. |