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Treatment Planning Options

Tough cases don't have to mean extracted teeth - many endodontic treatments can save the natural tooth for a lifetime!

AAE Treatment Options Decision Guide

The AAE Treatment Options for the Compromised Tooth: A Decision Guide helps you evaluate a variety of conditions and develop optimal treatment plans.

Case Examples

Comprehensive case studies with radiographs and clinical photographs showing successful outcomes.

Clinical Considerations

Detailed analysis of factors that influence treatment decisions and prognosis.

Outcome Guidance

Evidence-based recommendations for successful treatment based on prognosis assessment.

Collaborative Approach

Framework for working with endodontists to develop optimal treatment plans.

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Endodontic Treatment Options

Explore various endodontic treatments available to save natural teeth and improve patient outcomes.

Conventional Root Canal Therapy

Standard endodontic treatment for infected or damaged pulp tissue.

Common Indications:

Irreversible pulpitis
Necrotic pulp
Periapical pathology
Up to 90% success rate

Endodontic Retreatment

Secondary treatment when initial root canal therapy fails to heal.

Common Indications:

Persistent infection
New decay
Incomplete healing
Up to 85% success rate

Apicoectomy

Surgical removal of root tip when conventional treatment is not feasible.

Common Indications:

Calcified canals
Persistent apical pathology
Root perforations
High success with modern techniques

Regenerative Endodontics

Biologically-based procedures for immature teeth with necrotic pulp.

Common Indications:

Immature permanent teeth
Necrotic pulp
Open apex
Promising outcomes in young patients

Partnership in Patient Care

Use the Guide to assess all possible endodontic treatment options before recommending extraction of the natural tooth, and consult with your endodontist partner to develop treatment plans that could save the natural dentition.

Endodontists and dentists are partners in delivering optimal dental patient care.

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Serving the Greater Seattle Area

Collaborative treatment planning for referring dentists throughout the Eastside communities. Expert guidance for complex endodontic cases.

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Don't see your city listed? We welcome patients from throughout the greater Seattle area. Call us to discuss your treatment planning consultation needs.