Choosing an endodontist you can trust
Here is an article on Dear Doctor that addresses some of the common concerns about root canal treatment. It discusses some of the reasons you might need a root canal, problems caused by infection, what to expect, and other common...
Wow! I just saw it’s World Gratitude Day. Since I’ve been focusing on what I have to be thankful for this year, I’m more than pleased to share this day with everyone. As I wrote in our first Giving Tuesday...
Every day since COVID-19 started decimating families, we have been thankful all of us and our families are safe and healthy. Now we want to act more on our attitude of gratitude. Giving Tuesday is one way we are doing...
So many things have changed in the past 6 months! It’s now September 2020 and COVID-19 upended our lives in March for many of us. While we all hope we can get back to normal, for now we have a...
I know you just want to see and learn everything there is to see and know about root canal treatment. The American Association of Endodontists’ YouTube channel is a great place to start. Thankfully, a YouTube search on root canal...
Do you really need a root canal?! That’s what Dr. Conner needs to find out. However, before you visit an endodontist for a root canal consult, a few things would help in the diagnosis and treatment. First, do not take...
One of the most common things I see in our Durham Endodontics practice is someone who has had aching or slight tooth pain for months (sometimes years). Then, presto, they are in excruciating pain and in need of emergency root...
Do you need an antibiotic before root canal treatment? It’s called antibiotic prophylaxis (pronounced pro-fuh-lax-iss). There are two categories of patients who may need this. Those with certain heart conditions and those with prosthetic joint implants. The rules change so...
Our video that is an overall description of a root canal of what you can expect when you receive treatment with Dr. Deb Conner, as presented by our assistant, Kris. It includes an inset video of Dr. Conner actually working...
Welcome to our blog on all things endodontic. On this website and blog, you will find answers to your frequently asked questions about endodontics, resources for current research in the field, and descriptions of the different types of root canal...