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Nov 2 · 4 min readRoot Canal on a Tooth With a Crown: Do You Need a New Crown?
Root canal on a crowned tooth: the short answer Yes, a tooth with a crown can have a root canal, and in many cases the existing crown can stay.A crown covers the outside of a tooth, but the nerve and blood supply sit deep inside it. Those tissues can still become inflamed or infected years after the
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Sep 14 · 2 min readRoot Canal vs. Extraction: Which One Is Actually Right for Your Tooth?
If you've just been told you need a root canal, there's a good chance your first instinct was to Google "just pull it instead." We get it. Teeth have a way of making you consider drastic decisions when they hurt at 2 a.m. But before you go making any permanent choices about a very permanent part of
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Jul 30 · 3 min readNervous About Your Root Canal? Here's How We Keep You Comfortable
If the words "root canal" make your stomach drop, you're in good company. It's one of the most feared phrases in dentistry — right up there with "you need a filling" and "open wide." But here's the truth: modern root canal treatment is nothing like its reputation, and at Long Island Endodontics, we
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Jul 19 · 4 min readDo Kids Need Root Canals? What Parents Should Know About Pulp Therapy
If your child's dentist just used the words "root canal" and "your child" in the same sentence, take a breath — it's more common (and more routine) than it sounds. Kids get cavities and injuries just like adults do, and sometimes those problems reach the nerve of the tooth. When that happens, treati
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Jul 7 · 3 min readWhat Is GentleWave, and Why It Might Change How You Think About Root Canals
If the words "root canal" make you wince, you're not alone. It's one of the most feared phrases in dentistry — even though most people who've actually had one say the procedure itself was no worse than getting a filling. At Long Island Endodontics, we use a technology called GentleWave that's helpin
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Jul 1 · 4 min readDo Root Canals Fail? What You Need to Know About Root Canal Retreatment
You had a root canal done — maybe years ago, maybe more recently — and now something doesn’t feel right. There’s pain when you bite down, some swelling near the tooth, or your dentist spotted something concerning on an X-ray. It’s frustrating, and naturally your first question is: did my root canal
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Jun 15 · 3 min readRoot Canal Recovery: What to Expect After Treatment
You made it through your root canal — great news. Now what? If you're like most patients, you're wondering how sore you'll be, how long it'll take to feel normal, and whether you can eat dinner tonight. The short answer: recovery is usually mild, manageable, and much easier than people expect. At Lo
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Jun 9 · 3 min readWhat’s the Difference Between an Endodontist and a General Dentist?
When your dentist tells you that you need a root canal, you might be referred to an endodontist — and if you’ve never heard that word before, you’re not alone. Most people don’t know what an endodontist does, or why they might need to see one instead of their regular dentist. Here’s everything you n
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Jun 8 · 2 min readGentleWave Technology: A Smarter Way to Clean Your Root Canal
If you've heard the words "root canal" and felt a knot in your stomach, you're not alone. But here's what most people don't know: the experience has changed dramatically — and a big reason why is GentleWave technology. At Long Island Endodontics, we use the GentleWave System because it simply cleans
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May 29 · 4 min read5 Signs You Need an Emergency Root Canal (Don’t Wait)
Tooth pain has a way of announcing itself at the worst possible times — late at night, on a weekend, right before a big event. The instinct for many people is to wait it out, pop some ibuprofen, and hope it passes. But when it comes to dental infections and pulp damage, waiting almost always makes t
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May 4 · 4 min readRoot Canal vs. Tooth Extraction: Which Is Right for You?
You're sitting in the dentist's chair and you've just heard the words every patient dreads: your tooth needs serious treatment. Maybe it's a deep infection, a cracked tooth, or decay that's reached the pulp. Now comes the question — do you save the tooth with a root canal, or just have it pulled? It
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Apr 27 · 2 min readGentleWave Root Canal Treatment: A Gentler Way to Save Your Tooth
If the words “root canal” make you nervous, you’re not alone — but modern endodontic technology has changed the experience dramatically. At Long Island Endodontics in Woodmere, NY, we use the GentleWave® System, an advanced alternative to conventional root canal treatment that is more thorough, more
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Apr 10 · 4 min readRoot Canal Myths vs. Facts: What Every Patient Should Know
If you’ve ever heard the words “you need a root canal” and felt your stomach drop, you’re not alone. Root canals are one of the most misunderstood procedures in all of dentistry — surrounded by decades of myths, outdated horror stories, and unnecessary fear. The truth? Modern root canal treatment is
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Mar 9 · 2 min readWhy Would a Root Canal Need to Be Redone?
Understanding Endodontic Retreatment Most root canal treatments are highly successful and can last a lifetime. However, in some cases, a previously treated tooth may not heal properly or may develop new problems months or even years later. When this happens, endodontic retreatment can often save the
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Feb 23 · 2 min readDo I Really Need a Root Canal If I’m Not in Pain?
Introduction One of the most common questions patients ask is: “If it doesn’t hurt, why do I need a root canal?” It’s a fair question — but pain is not the only sign of infection. Teeth Can Be Infected Without Causing Pain A tooth can have: A dead nerveA chronic infectionBone loss at the root tip —
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Feb 16 · 1 min readWhy Your Dentist Recommends a Crown After a Root Canal
A very common question patients ask after finishing a root canal is: “If the infection is gone, why do I need a crown?” The truth is, the root canal is only step one in saving your tooth long-term. The crown protects the tooth from breaking in the future. What Happens to a Tooth After a Root Canal?
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Feb 9 · 1 min readCracked Tooth Syndrome: When a Tooth Hurts but X-Rays Look Normal
Tooth pain can be frustrating—especially when dental X-rays don’t show a clear problem. One of the most common (and most misunderstood) causes of this kind of pain is Cracked Tooth Syndrome. At Long Island Endodontics, we see this frequently, and early diagnosis can make the difference between savin
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Feb 5 · 2 min readWhy Your Tooth Still Hurts After a Root Canal (And When to Worry)
Root canal treatment has a reputation for pain—but the reality is that modern root canals are meant to relieve pain, not cause it. So when a patient still feels discomfort days or even weeks after treatment, it can be confusing and concerning. As an endodontist, this is one of the most common questi