When You Can’t See What’s Causing A Toothache… It’s time for a dentist to investigate! There’s only one good thing about a visibly damaged tooth: here, clearly, is where the toothache is coming from and where our response will be focused. But complaints of “tooth pain” without a clear source or origin—now, that’s something else […]
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Do You Have Dental Phobia?
Not in our office you don’t! The bad thing about dental phobia is that it prevents people from seeking the care they need—when they need it. The good thing about it is that today, we can treat fear as successfully as we treat damaged or infected teeth. Over six million people experience some degree of […]
Debunking Root Canal Fear
The Root Canal Has Come A Long Way! Why There’s No Need to Be Nervous About a Root Canal Root canal. Just the mention of this dental procedure can make many people shudder with anxiety. It’s no secret that root canals have gained an undeserved reputation for being painful and intimidating. However, we’re here to […]
Sailing Through Root Canal
Do You Need a Root Canal? Don’t worry, root canal treatment gets a bad rap! Picture this: You are going about your daily routine, and suddenly you feel a slight pain in your tooth when biting down. It steadily gets worse throughout the day, and by that evening, it’s throbbing, painful, and a full-blown toothache. […]
The Good News About a Root Canal
Root Canal Therapy Halts Pain! Many patients think “root canals” mean pain. In fact, this procedure is about pain relief. When a tooth is infected, a buildup of pressure causes toothache/tooth pain. And (since the nerve itself is damaged), conventional fillings won’t stop the pain. Instead, we use a “root canal” to get inside the […]
Tom Massarat DDS, MS
Diplomate of the American Board
of Endodontics
Eastlake Endodontics
2452 Fenton St #303
Chula Vista, CA 91914
(619) 621-5000
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