Who is an Endodontist?

An Endodontist is a dental specialist who has completed additional postgraduate training after dental school to prepare him or her in treating complicated endodontic cases. Dr. Nima Dejbod has limited his practice to root canal treatment and related procedures. By referring you to an endodontic specialist, your family dentist demonstrates a personal concern for the quality of your dental care.

What about infection control?

We are very proud of our sterilization and infection control. Every item used is completely disposed of or heat sterilized after each use. All surfaces of the dental treatment rooms are disinfected with chemicals that kill bacteria and viruses. We pride ourselves on maintaining the highest standards of office cleanliness and sterility.

What is endodontic treatment?

Root canal or endodontic treatment is performed when the soft inner tissue of the tooth (the pulp) has been damaged, usually through decay or physical trauma. Treatment consists of removing the pulp and then cleaning, sterilizing, filling, and sealing the root canals. The tooth remains alive, nourished by adjacent tissues of the gums and jaw. Over 90 percent of cases are successful, while a few may require additional treatment. After root canal treatment is completed, it is very important to return to your family dentist so that a permanent restoration can be placed. Usually, a crown is needed to protect the tooth from fracture.

Toothache is defined as pain coming from one tooth or multiple teeth and gums. Some toothaches can be just a mild twinge or severe such as constant and throbbing pain.

What causes a toothache?

Toothaches can be caused by cavities, cracks on the tooth, loose filling material on the tooth, and gum recession. Trauma from heavy biting, accidents, sports, etc., can also cause toothaches.

What are symptoms of a toothache?

When a toothache is mild, symptoms include a twinge sensation from cold, hot, or sweet. Severe toothaches lead to difficulties in biting, eating, or drinking cold or hot foods, lying down, flying on an airplane, or diving. One may also experience earaches or headaches.

How do you treat a toothache?

If the toothache is mild, you can try using desensitizing toothpaste such as Sensodyne and avoid cold, hot, or sweet foods. To relieve the pain, you can take 1 to 2 tablets of over-the-counter pain killers. Then visit the dentist for treatment. If the toothache is severe, swelling on the face or gum can occur as well as a fever. With these symptoms, see your dentist immediately. Root canal therapy or other therapy may be needed.

What is latex-free endodontics?

If you are allergic to latex, we have a latex-free treatment for root canal therapy. We have non-latex gloves and latex-free rubber dams. We use biocompatible root canal filling materials.

What are the alternatives to treatment?

Once the dental pulp is diseased, the only alternative to root canal treatment is extraction. After an extraction, replacing the tooth with a bridge, implant, or partial denture is generally more costly than the root canal treatment and the crown. More importantly, you lose your natural tooth.

Is root canal treatment painful?

Root canal treatment usually involves no more discomfort than a routine filling appointment. In fact, most endodontic treatment relieves pain. Most stories of painful root canals are holdovers from the days before modern techniques and effective anesthetics were available.

Can all teeth be treated?

Some teeth cannot be treated successfully. We will explain potential complications before treatment. A few cases will require additional treatment if the tissues do not heal normally after the root canal treatment has been completed.

Best Root Canal Technology in Issaquah

Our State-of-the-Art Technology for Painless Root Canals

Digital X-rays
Digital radiography (digital x-ray) is the latest technology used to take dental x-rays. This technique uses an electronic sensor to capture and store the digital image on a computer. This instant image can be viewed and enlarged helping us detect problems easier. Digital x-rays also reduce radiation 80-90% compared to traditional dental x-rays.
The Microscope
Dr. Nima uses a special microscope during treatment to allow for enhanced vision through illumination and magnification. This technology greatly improves the doctor and assistant’s view inside the tooth facilitating a more thorough treatment, especially in locating calcified canals and diagnosing root fractures.
Imaging and HD Videos
Through the microscope we are able to take digital pictures/movies of the procedure. These can then be sent to your family dentist for increased communication of your specific needs. This helps bridge the gap between our office and your referring family dentist and helps augment the quality of care.
3D CBCT Imaging
Three-dimensional Cone Beam Computed Tomography (3D CBCT) imaging provides additional information that traditional x-rays will not provide. These types of information are helpful in root canal procedures and dental implant procedures. The Cone Beam is an exciting new technology that allows us to three-dimensionally examine teeth, their roots and surrounding bone. It also enables us to detect abnormalities in the teeth and surrounding structures that are not normally visible when using standard two-dimensional radiography.
Ultrasonics, An Alternative to the Drill
Instead of using a drill inside your tooth, this device vibrates a diamond coated metal tip at high frequency. Because it is very small, it can be used under the microscope for precise removal of small amounts of tooth or fillings, allowing for conservative treatment of your tooth. Dr. Nima also uses quiet electric handpieces (drills) to help eliminate the sound of the dental drill.
Apex Locator
This device helps Dr. Nima to precisely measure the length of the tooth’s roots electronically for complete cleaning of the tooth. Since it is very accurate, it reduces the number of x-rays normally needed during the procedure. Used along with digital x-rays, this device lowers patient radiation exposure even further.
Digital Instrumentation
Our special digital handpieces control high tech nickel-titanium instruments with great precision. These sterilized units sense when torque (tightness) approaches pre-set resistance levels, and they reverse rotation to adjust to these limits. The efficiency of these instruments helps to reduce the patient’s chair time.
Sedation & Nitrous Oxide
We offer sedation dentistry along with nitrous oxide (laughing gas) or general anesthesia (IV Sedation) to help you be more calm and relaxed during your root canal treatment.
Recording through a Microscope
After the procedure, we offer you to watch your root canal video through the microscope we used.
Paperless Charting
Our practice is powered and engined by 'Dental EMR', the most cutting-edge paperless endodontic practice management software available for endodontic practices. This means all x-rays and charting are made and recorded with the aid of the computer. This technology allows us to maintain your dental records electronically, and cuts down the unnecessary paperwork used with traditional paper charting. It also allows us to quickly communicate with your family dentist regarding your tooth. In keeping with our paperless standard, we also utilize electronic claims processing. This means that rather than sending your dental claim through the mail, it is sent electronically to your insurance company with the click of the button. By filing your claim electronically, information is submitted more efficiently and with fewer errors. This benefits our patients because the turn around time on claims is faster and fewer claims are returned or denied.

What Sets Us Apart:

Accepts many dental insurances. We will still see you if you don't have dental insurance
Immediately Off I-90
Easy Access
Easy Parking
Centrally located in Issaquah
Convenient office hours
Emergency Appointments Available
Same-Day Appointments
Easy communication via text, phone or email
Online Patient Registration Forms
iPad Kiosk Check In
Beverage Bar - Coffee, Tea, Water
Digital Xrays with low radiation
3D Xray of your Tooth
We work through a microscope
Intraoral pictures and movies so you can see
Sedation including Nitrous Oxide (Laughing Gas)
State-of-the-Art Facility
Calm and Relaxing Environment
Scenic River View from Treatment Rooms
First-class sterilization and disinfection techniques
Excellent cleanliness
Visa, Mastercard, Discover and Debit Cards Accepted
CareCredit Financing
Soft Warm Blankets
Hot Face Towels
Treat Patients of All Ages
Transparent and honest and someone you can count on!

Patients

Our State-of-the-Art Technology for Painless Root Canals