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Our
treatment areas are equipped with sophisticated ultrasonic units
that are used to remove posts and metal instruments, as well as
aid in the search for calcified canals. These units are also
used to prepare the fine structure of the root-end for a
retrograde filling when microsurgical intervention is indicated.
The diamond coated microscopic tips vibrate up to 30,000 cycles
per second to ensure precise and efficient preparation. |
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Nickel-Titanium
Instruments |
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The cleaning and shaping of the root canal is aided by the use
of metal instruments made of a unique alloy of nickel-titanium.
We use both hand and rotary instruments along with liquid
antimicrobial agents to help remove bacteria and tissue and to
achieve the highest level of disinfection. |
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Bacteriologic
Cultures and Sensitivities |
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Bacterial
infections are best treated with antibiotics that are specific
for the germs that cause the infection.
Bacterial samples are taken to identify with clarity the
nature of the patient's infection and to ensure the proper use
of therapeutic antibiotics. |
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Mineral
Trioxide Aggregate |
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A
hydrophilic ceramic material that is a relatively new
advancement in endodontic treatment. Our doctors use MTA for
pulp capping, resorption repairs, perforation repairs, root-end
filling during surgical treatment, and apical plug during
apexification. Current literature supports its use as a
biocompatible material with excellent resistance to leakage. |
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Digital
Radiography |
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Our
office is equipped with highly sophisticated digital x-ray
imaging in each treatment area.
These units provide an immediate image of the tooth
during treatment while dramatically reducing the amount of
patient exposure to radiation. The digital radiograph will allow
doctors to store the image and/or send it electronically to your
dentist or your insurance company. |
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Sedation
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Our doctors have been specially trained and licensed to provide
treatment for the control of anxiety for those patients
requiring this assistance. Our
facility is equipped for the appropriate and safe use of these
agents. We are
also affiliated with fellow professionals to administer deeper
levels of sedation if necessary. |
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Hospital
Affiliation
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Houston
Endodontic Specialists is located in the Memorial Hermann,
Memorial City Hospital complex and our doctors are staff
credentialed. We can
provide services to the hospitalized patient and we work closely
with fellow medical professionals to provide safe, effective and
comprehensive care for our patients. |
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