To get the proper treatment for dental trauma, you need to know whether you have this condition. Our Innovative Endodontics team has created this guide to help you understand what is considered a dental trauma. What Types of Injuries Count as Dental Trauma? Dental trauma takes many forms – cracks, breaks, knocked-out teeth, and dislodged teeth. Anything that damages the structure or placement of the tooth can fall under the category of dental trauma. Some of the most common types of dental trauma include the following: Cracked Teeth Cracked teeth can occur suddenly or subtly. Injuries or long ..read more

At Innovative Endodontics, our doctors want to ensure they provide their patients with the correct treatment for their conditions. Therefore, they conduct endodontic evaluations before giving root canals. These exams help the patient and the doctor before the procedure. If you’ve ever wondered, “Why do I need an endodontic evaluation for a root canal?” you’ll discover why here. When to Contact an Endodontist There are several reasons to contact an endodontist for a root canal evaluation. You may have a referral from your dentist for endodontic care. Your dentist may have even told you that you ..read more

Antibiotics can combat dozens of types of infections and illnesses. These powerful medicines have saved lives since their introduction, but they do have limitations. Can they help ease tooth discomfort? Are antibiotics the best way to treat tooth pain?  How Antibiotics Work Bacteria that enter your body can grow and spread, leading to an infection. Doctors often prescribe antibiotics when you have an infection because they kill bacteria in your body.  However, antibiotics are not pain relievers. They don’t directly impact discomfort levels in your body. Instead, they only ease infect ..read more

If your endodontist or dentist recommends a root canal, don’t listen to the myths that continue to surround this common procedure. Today’s root canals are painless and necessary to save teeth. At Innovative Endodontics, we work hard to change the reputation of root canal therapy by providing them with exceptional care. We also want to educate our patients about the procedure by debunking the top 5 myths about root canals. 1. Myth: Root Canals Hurt The biggest myth about root canals is that they hurt. In fact, some people feel so afraid of this mythical discomfort that they avoid going to a den ..read more

After a root canal, it’s crucial to practice great root canal aftercare to ensure a successful recovery and improved functionality of the mouth. Here is a guide to help care for your oral health after undergoing a root canal: What Goes on Inside Your Tooth Before and During a Root Canal To understand the healing process, you need to recognize the type of damage that happens inside your tooth before you get treatment. You will need a root canal because bacteria grew inside the tooth. The common signs that you need a root canal include discomfort, and tooth sensitivity comes from the inflammati ..read more

When you have tooth discomfort that requires endodontic care, you may need a root canal or apicoectomy, depending on your treatment history. However, these procedures have several distinct applications, steps, and recovery. Knowing the differences can help you to ask more informed questions of your endodontist and gain better insight into what to expect during your treatment. Definitions of Apicoectomy and Root Canal Before understanding the nuances of each process, you need to know the basic definitions of apicoectomy and root canal. These definitions remain constant across the endodontics f ..read more

You may not think about the parts inside your teeth, but luckily your endodontist does. The primary concerns with endodontics include understanding and treating dental pulp. Find out more about the pulp and why it needs endodontic treatment if something happens to it. Parts of the Tooth To understand the pulp, you need to know about its placement and role among the other parts of your teeth. Each of your teeth contains three layers. The outermost layer, the enamel, consists of the hardest material in the human body. Enamel is even tougher than bone. Underneath the enamel lies the dentin. Like ..read more

Whether you already know that you need a root canal or want to prevent the need for one, understanding the causes can help. So, what causes a root canal? Several factors can lead to you needing root canal therapy. But regardless of the reasons, you can trust us at Innovative Endodontics to make the procedure as comfortable and painless as possible. What is a Root Canal? A root canal refers to the treatment an endodontist performs to take the infected pulp out of a tooth. After you have a root canal, you should feel relief from your original discomfort. When you have root canal therapy, your en ..read more

Meet Dr. Umbach: A Top Endodontic Specialist In Summerville SC. We at Innovative Endodontics proudly welcome Dr. Umbach to our team.  His background and professionalism make him a top endodontic specialist Summerville SC locals can trust for high-quality care. Dr. Umbach’s Educational and Career Background Dr. Umbach has traveled around the world, earning his degrees and serving in the United States military. His experiences have enriched his learning and honed his skills in dental and endodontics practices. After high school, Dr. Umbach enrolled in the United States Marine Corps, where h ..read more

Getting a root canal offers a solution to dental pain that should bring years of relief. However, in very rare cases, the treated tooth may develop an infection and cause new discomfort. Know the signs of an infected tooth to get an appointment with an endodontist for treatment. Can a Root Canal Get Infected? Among the top treatments offered by endodontists, root canals rank at the top. In fact, endodontists perform 15 million root canals annually, according to the American Board of Endodontists. With so many procedures done each year, naturally, the success rate is not 100%, but it is close ..read more