Endodontist

Endodontists proudly refer to themselves as "Specialists in Saving Teeth" due to their advanced training and dedication to preserving natural teeth. An endodontist is a dental specialist focused on diagnosing and treating issues related to the inside of the tooth, particularly the dental pulp and root canals. They are experts in performing root canal therapy, treating cracked teeth, and addressing dental trauma. With advanced training beyond general dentistry, endodontists use specialized techniques and equipment to relieve pain and save natural teeth, ensuring long-term oral health.

Your general dentist may refer you to an endodontist for specialized care in the following situations:

• Tooth Pain and Sensitivity: Persistent pain or heightened sensitivity to heat and cold often indicates problems with the dental pulp, which requires expert evaluation and treatment.
• Bacterial Infection: Bacteria can enter the pulp through decay or injury, causing inflammation or infection. Endodontists are specialists in treating these issues to save the tooth.
• Tooth Injury: If a tooth is dislodged or knocked out, an endodontist can reposition and stabilize it, often performing a root canal to restore its function.
• Chipped or Fractured Tooth: Severe damage exposing the pulp to bacteria may require a root canal to prevent infection and save the tooth.

Endodontists offer a range of specialized procedures to preserve natural teeth and alleviate pain, including:

• Root Canal Therapy: Removes infected pulp and restores tooth functionality.
• Retreatment: Repairs teeth that didn’t heal correctly after a prior root canal.
• Surgical Endodontics (Apicoectomy): Treats infections near the tooth root.
• Traumatic Injury Care: Restores teeth that have been knocked out or dislodged

Keys Dental Specialists in Key West, Florida, is proud to have an Endodontist on their team. Dr. Robert Gittess is one of the top Endodontist in the country and is ready to treat your dental needs in Key West.

If you're experiencing tooth pain or have been referred by your dentist for a root canal or similar procedure, an endodontist is the go-to expert for care.