Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Endodontic Treatment Tooth pain can be more than just an inconvenience—it could be a sign of a deeper issue, like pulpitis. Pulpitis is the inflammation of the dental pulp, the soft tissue inside your tooth that contains nerves and blood vessels. This condition can cause significant discomfort and, if […]
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5 Symptoms Of A Root Canal
A Root Canal Doesn’t Really Have Symptoms—It’s The Treatment! But here are indicators you might need a root canal. If you’ve already been diagnosed and told you need a root canal, then congratulations on taking the first step! Otherwise, knowing the symptoms and warning signs can help you seek timely treatment and preserve your dental […]
Root Canal? A Happy Ending
If You Need A Root Canal… It’s a happy ending to a scary story! Fear of going to the dentist ranks right behind the fears of death and public speaking. An estimated 35 million Americans are so afraid of the dentist that they just refuse a dental appointment. And the phrase most responsible for striking […]
Root Canal, From Start to Finish
What To Know Before, During, And After A Root Canal What are the warning signs of infection? If you experience any of these symptoms, please contact us today to schedule an appointment. A tooth infection can be serious and require root canal treatment, as well as antibiotics. Warning signs of tooth infection can include: Severe […]
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. […]
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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