We consider it an honor to care for your endodontic needs and appreciate the trust you place in us to do so. Your initial appointment will consist of a consultation so Dr. Hosking can determine your endodontic needs. We will discuss your dental diagnosis and treatment options. A 3D radiograph (CBCT) will be taken if appropriate.. Any questions you have can be addressed at this time and Dr. Hosking will review a solution that best fits your individual needs. In some cases treatment can be performed in conjunction with the consultation. However, complicated treatments or a complex medical history will require an evaluation and a second appointment to provide treatment.
IMPORTANT: A parent or guardian must accompany ALL patients under the age of 18 years of age at the consultation visit. Please alert us if you have a medical condition that may be of concern (i.e. diabetes, high blood pressure, artificial heart valves and joints, rheumatic fever, etc.) Please provide the following information at the time of your initial visit: Your endodontic referral slip and any X-rays, if your dentist gave you these. A list of medications you are taking. Your dental insurance card or information if you have dental insurance.
Procedures include root canal therapy, retreatment, care of traumatic injuries for adults and children, treating cracked teeth, and surgical endodontic procedures. Endodontics as a field has progressed and though it is thought to be very painful, is not very different from getting a filling or other common dental procedures. We specialize in treating patients in pain, and are able to get even the toughest to numb patients comfortable.
Most procedures in our office can be completed in a single visit and our team will do everything we can to ensure your visit is as pleasant and seamless as possible. Our goal is to provide exceptional care, so please let us know if your visit is anything less than exceptional so we can improve!
DENTAL ANXIETY MANAGEMENT
Most patients can tolerate treatment with local anesthesia, however if a patient is anxious, gags easily, or is claustrophobic we offer a few forms of anxiolysis. Nitrous oxide is a mild sedative and is out of your system before you leave the dental chair so you do not have to arrange for transportation as you will be able to drive home. Minimal oral sedation offers a greater depth of patient comfort for anxious patients. For this level of sedation patients are calm, relaxed, and can tolerate appointments with greater ease. We ask that patients undergoing minimal oral sedation have a driver bring them to and from their appointment.
Please let us know if you would like more information about our sedation options when scheduling so that we can prepare it in advance of your appointment.