Kingwood Endodontics

Kingwood Endodontics(281) 359-3636Mike Sabeti, D.D.S.welcomewelcome to our practicehours of operationKingwood Endodontics provides comprehensive patient care in all phases of surgical and non-surgical endodontics, also known as root canal therapy.If you're nervous at the thought of endodontic therapy, please relax! Modern dental techniques have made endodontic treatments much more comfortable than ever before. You can feel good knowing that our doctors and our entire team will provide you with the highest standard of care in a state-of-the art, but still warm and friendly, environment.If you would like additional information or would like to schedule an appointment, please contact us at 281.359.3636.Monday 7:45 AM - 5:00 PMTuesday 7:45 AM - 5:00 PMWednesday 7:45 AM - 5:00 PMThursday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PMFriday* 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM * available for appointment scheduling onlymission statementThe Mission of Kingwood Endodontics is to offer uncompromised excellence in Endodontics. To fulfill this mission, we are committed to:Listening to those we are privileged to serve, including patients and referring doctorsEarning the trust and respect of patients, the profession and the communityExceeding the expectations of patients and referring doctorsEnsuring a creative and compassionate professional environmentStriving for continuous improvement at all levelsApplying evidence-based knowledge to treatment decisionsKeeping up with technology and new discoveries that improve treatment outcomes and patients healthStaffpatient feedbackWe take patient feedback very seriously at Kingwood Endodontics. We strive to continue in our path to continous improvement of our policies and procedures in day-to-day operations. Below are some examples of the personal feedback received by Dr. Sabeti and staff:

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what is an endodontist?An endodontist is a dental specialist with additional training in diagnosing and treating diseases on the internal structures of teeth. Endodontists limit their practice to specifically those procedures that involve the prevention and/or elimination of diseases of pulpal origin. what is endodontic treatment?Endo is the Greek word for inside and odont is Greek for tooth. Endodontic treatment treats the inside of the tooth.To understand endodontic treatment, it helps to know something about the anatomy of the tooth. Inside the tooth, under the white enamel and a hard layer called the dentin, is a soft tissue called the pulp. The pulp contains blood vessels, nerves, and connective tissue and creates the surrounding hard tissues of the tooth during development.The pulp extends from the crown of the tooth to the tip of the roots where it connects to the tissues surrounding the root. The pulp is important during a tooths growth and development. However, once a tooth is fully mature it can survive without the pulp, because the tooth continues to be nourished by the tissues surrounding it.Endo demo why would I need an endodontic procedure?Endodontic treatment is necessary when the pulp, the soft tissue inside the root canal, becomes inflamed or infected. The inflammation or infection can have a variety of causes: deep decay, repeated dental procedures on the tooth, or a crack or chip in the tooth. In addition, an injury to a tooth may cause pulp damage even if the tooth has no visible chips or cracks. If pulp inflammation or infection is left untreated, it can cause pain or lead to an abscess.root canal treatment demoThe video below shows a typical root canal treatment from start to finish - click play to view, and make sure that your sound is turned on.Top 10 Myths Top 10 Myths About Root Canals1. Root canals hurtToday, with modern technology and better anesthetics, root canal treatments are no more painful than having a filling. Knowing what to expect while having a root canal can help ease a lot of anxiety.2. Root canals require a lot of visits to the dentistWith todays cutting edge technology, most root canals can be performed in one or two office visits.3. Crowns cause teeth to need root canalsCrowns do not cause the need for root canal therapy. If a crowned tooth does require a root canal, it could be that the tooth has abscessed or that decay has gotten underneath the crown and reached the pulp of the tooth.4. Root canals cause illnessThere is no evidence to support that root canals cause illness. 5. Root canals involve removing the roots of the toothWhen the dentist or endodontist performs a root canal treatment, he or she remove the pulp from inside of the tooth. The roots of the tooth are not removed. 6. Pregnant women can't have root canalsPregnant women can and do have root canals. Be sure to let your dentist know beforehand if you are pregnant. 7. Even with a root canal, the tooth will come out eventuallyIf you have your tooth properly restored, maintain good oral hygiene and visit your dentist for regular checkups, your natural tooth could last for the rest of your life.8. If the tooth doesn't hurt, there is no need for a root canalWhile a throbbing toothache usually results in the need for root canal treatment, many times a tooth can require root canal treatment when there is no pain present. Dentists and endodontists are specially trained to test a tooth to see if the pulp has been infected or damaged. If this is the case, a root canal would be necessary to save the tooth.9. Pulling the tooth is better than getting a root canalThere are several options available for missing teeth, such as dentures, partial dentures, dental implants and fixed dental bridges, however, these alternatives can be much more expensive than saving your tooth with a root canal treatment.10. After having a root canal, my tooth is completely restoredAfter having a root canal, it is extremely important to make a follow-up appointment with your dentist to have the tooth permanently restored. Sabeti BioDr. Mike SabetiEducation Dental SchoolUniversity of Texas, Health Science Center at Houston, D.D.S. Postgraduate Education Advanced Education in Endodontics, University of Southern California.Advanced Education in Periodontology, Tufts School of Dental MedicineProfessional AssociationsAmerican Board of EndodonticsAmerican Academy of PeriodontologyAmerican Association of EndodontistsLicensureState of TexasState of CaliforniaAcademic AssociationsAssociate Professor, University of Southern CaliforniaClinical Assistant Professor, University of Texas at Houston Dental SchoolAdjunct Faculty Tufts School of Dental MedicineCertificationsGuided Tissue Regeneration Mastership.Surgical Strategies for Dental Implant Placement, Hands on Cadaver, Workshop. Arun Garg DMD, Orlando, Florida.Utilizing Guided Bone Regeneration Hands-on Workshop.ITI Prosthetic Training.ITI Dental Implant Training, Harvard University, Boston.Surgical and Restorative Aspects of Branemark, and ITI Dental Implant, Harvard and Tufts University, Boston.Surgical Aspects of Branemark Systems, Harvard University, Boston.GTR Material. Tufts University, Boston.Site Preparation to Optimize Implant Placement.PublicationsContactcontact us(281) 359-3636

mailKingwood Endodontics2606 Green Oak DriveKingwood, TX 77339driving directionsCarDriving Hint:Once you enter into Green Oak drive, keep driving until you arrive at the intersection with Stonehollow , then make a right into Kingwood Endodontics.ResearchResearch Publications Authored and Co-authored by Dr. SabetiCytomegalovirus in Symptomatic Periapical Pathosis, American Association of Endodontics 2004.Cytomegalovirus in Symptomatic Periapical Pathosis. AADR, 2004Cytomegalovirus and Epstein-Barr virus are associated with symptomatic periapical pathosis. AADR 2003, San Antonio, TexasHerpes Viral-Bacterial Co-Infection in Periapical Pathosis. IADR 2002, SwedenCytomegalovirus & Epstein-Barr Virus DNA transcription in Symptomatic Lesions, AADR.2002 Viral Replication in Periapical Lesions. Chicago, American Association of Endodontics, 2001.Cytomegalovirus infection in symptomatic periapical pathosis. Slots J, Nowzari H, Sabeti M. Int Endod J 2004: 37: 519–524.Detection of Receptor Activator of NF-κ β Ligand (RANK-L) in Apical Periodontitis (accepted for publication by JOE) Sabeti M, Simon J, and Kermani V and Rostein, I. Flap Design in Modern Aesthetic Endodontic Surgery. Endodontic Practice 2002; 23-25. Sabeti M, Caffesse R, Simon J. Herpes viral-bacterial coinfection in periapical pathosis Endod. 2004 Feb: 30(2): 69-72. Sabeti M. Slots J.Herpes viruses in periapical pathosis: an etiopathogenetic relationship? Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol Endod. 2003 Sep: 96 (3): 327-31. Slots J. Sabeti M.Simon J. Cytomegalovirus and Epstein-Barr virus are associated with symptomatic periapical pathosis. Sabeti M, Simon JH, Slots J. Oral Microbiol Immunol.2 003 Oct: 18(5): 327-8. Cytomegalovirus and Epstein-Barr virus active infection in periapical lesions of teeth with intact crowns. Sabeti M, Simon JH, Nowzari H, Slots J. J Endod, 2003 May: 29 (5): 321-3.Cytomegalovirus and Epstein-Barr virus DNA transcription in endodontic symptomatic lesions. Sabeti M, Valles Y, Nowzari H, Simon JH, Kermani-Arab V, Slots J. Oral Microbiol Immunol 2003; 18: 104-108.Center for Diagnostic Science Bulletin, University of Southern California. 2004.Periodontic- Endodontic Syndrome. Sabeti M. The Journal of Greater Houston Dental Society 2003; 4:28-31.Clinical Crown Lengthening: Restorative Considerations, Sabeti, M. Moretti, A.J. The Journal of Greater Houston Dental SocietyPeriodontal Disease and Heart Disease A Connection, Sabeti, M. Moretti, A.J. The Journal of Greater Houston Dental Society.Restoration and Periodontal Response, Sabeti, M. Moretti, A.J. The Journal of Greater Houston Dental SocietyIV Sedation

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top 10 myths

iv sedation

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about iv sedationDuring intravenous sedation (IV sedation), an anti-anxiety drug is administered into the bloodstream to achieve a state of "deep conscious sedation." Although you will not actually be asleep, you will enjoy a heightened state of relaxation and probably won't remember much about the procedure afterwards. Your appointment will be a dream and hours in the chair will feel like minutes. how it worksIV sedation will put you at ease so you experience little to no discomfort; however, your dentist will also administer a local anesthetic to ensure that you don't experience any pain. At this point in you'll be so relaxed that youll hardly even notice.Throughout the procedure, your breathing, heart rate and blood pressure will be closely monitored. Patients generally recover quickly, although they may feel slightly groggy immediately afterwards. IV sedation is extremely safe when delivered by a specially trained dentist or anesthesiologist like those in the Dental Relaxation network.Two appointments are usually required. During your first visit, your dentist will describe the benefits and risks of IV sedation, patiently answer all of your questions and give you detailed instructions for the day of your procedure.On the day of your procedure, you will need to have another adult with you to take you home. You should not perform strenuous activities, drive a motor vehicle or drink alcohol for the rest of the day. Do not take any medications prior to or following surgery unless your dentist has approved their safety.Dr. WhitmireServicesservices providedRoot CanalRetreatmentApicoectomyIV SedationDr. Whitmiremore informationRoot Canal TreatmentRoot Canal RetreatmentApicoectomy SurgeryIV Sedation administered by Dr. Clark WhitmireentertainmentWe offer movies for patients to view during the treatment process to help alleviate any anxiety and to make your experience more comfortable. We also welcome the use of personal entertainment devices , such as Ipods.insurance & fee coverageFees for endodontic therapy will vary based upon the particular tooth in need of treatment and the problem that tooth is having. We are a participating network PPO provider for a few insurance carriers, in addition, we also participate with a limited number of HMO (DMO) carriers.We require insurance information be obtained at the time the appointment is made in order to estimate the patients portion due at the time of treatment. Keep in mind that while dental insurance may cover part or all of the cost for treatment, some policies limit coverage. Most HMO (DMO) policies will have a co/payment and a referral is generally needed from the referring dentist. It is the patients responsibility to bring the correct referral forms to our office. cancellation policyA broken appointment of less than 24 hours will be subject to a $50.00 fee. In addition, this will also apply to the rescheduling of a no-show appointment. WhitmireDr. Clark WhitmireKingwood Endodontics uses the services of a highly distinguised anesthesiologist who will administer the IV sedation process and monitor our patient throughout the dental procedure.Dr. Clark Whitmire maintains a private academic anesthesiology practice in Houston. He earned his DMD degree from the University of Alabama and completed a Comprehensive Residency in Anesthesiology at the UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. He is a Fellow in the College of Legal Medicine and a Fellow in the American College of Dentists. benefits of iv sedationSedation dentistry can put you at ease and virtually eliminates the pain associated with dental procedures. Intravenous sedation is one of several options available to significantly reduce your fears and discomfort.Benefits of IV Sedation:It's extremely effective for moderate to severe anxiety .It's quick-acting .The level of sedation can be adjusted during the procedure so that you remain comfortable at all times In many cases, you can get ALL of your dental work done in one visit .more on iv sedationApicoectomy

endodontics 101

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what is an apicoectomy?An Apicoectomy, or Root-End Resection, is the removal of the root tip and the surrounding infected tissue of an abscessed tooth. This procedure may be necessary when inflammation and infection persists in the area around the root tip after root canal therapy or root canal retreatmenttreatment stepsAfter the tooth is "numbed", the gum is reflected (lifted) to uncover the underlying bone and the root end of the tooth. The root-end is resected (removed) with all the surrounding infected tissue.A root-end filling is placed to seal the end of the root canal, the gum is repositioned, and a few dissolvable sutures (stitches) are placed to hold the gum tissue back in its place until healing occurs. After a few months, the bone around the root-end has healed, and all symptoms are gone.Retreatment

endodontics 101

root canal

top 10 myths

iv sedation

apicoectomy

retreatment

why is retreatment necessary?Retreatment is necessary when bacteria have re-entered the tooth. This is usually due to decay or untreated canal areas. The patient may experience swelling or pain in chewing.Sometimes a patient may have no symptoms, but is referred to us by their family dentist because an x-ray shows that there is a problem with a tooth that has previously undergone root canal therapy. retreatment process explainedStep 1: After the tooth is "numbed", the canal system will be reopened to remove the previous root canal material. This may involve removing a crown, post and core material. Sometimes we are able to make a small hole in the existing restoration and work through that opening. The canals are then thoroughly cleansed and shaped along their entire length.Step 2: The canals are refilled with gutta-percha and the opening is sealed with a sterile cotton pellet and a temporary filling.Step 3: The tooth is restored by your family dentist within a couple of weeks. If your existing crown can be saved, then you will need to have it repaired. If you do not have a crown, it will probably be recommended. With time, the bone will heal where the bacteria was removed.WelcomeServicesDr. SabetiFeedbackEducationDirectionsDownload Form(c) Copyright 2011 Kingwood Endodontics