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The specialists at Endodontic Consultants of San Antonio are trained to diagnose and treat dental pain and infections. Dr. Rick Schwartz, Dr. Rick Davis, and Dr. Zac Liang advise on home remedies and ways to relieve the pain of a toothache in the short term. Most of the time, they recommend root canal therapy to […]

Endodontic Consultants of San Antonio provide services to treat and preserve teeth with severe decay, cracks, or damage. Drs. Rick Schwartz, Rick Davis and Zac Liang are specialists in diagnosing and treating teeth that are painful and infected. They work with general dentists and other specialists from across Texas and sometimes from other states. Root […]

The enamel that covers our teeth is harder than skeletal bone. However, it is still vulnerable to damage caused by conditions such as tooth decay and traumatic injuries.   When damage occurs, the protective enamel exposes the softer dentin layer underneath and can make the nerves, blood vessels, and tissue inside the tooth susceptible to infection. […]

At Endodontic Consultants of San Antonio, we specialize in relieving tooth and jaw pain through root canal treatment.  We have a long, proven track record of success. You can rely on us to provide a pain free experience and assist you in achieving a healthy  smile. What is a root canal?  Root canals are the […]

An endodontist is a dentist who specializes in root canal treatment and related procedures.  They study their specialty  for 2-3 years after dental school and become experts in diagnosing and managing tooth related pain and infection.  Other dentists refer patients to endodontists to manage their difficult and complicated cases, patients who are particularly fearful and […]

It is not unusual for teeth to feel slightly tender or “different” than its neighbors for a few days following root canal treatment  (RCT). This is normal and not typically a cause for concern unless it persists for a week or more. Even then, minor symptoms usually resolve with time.   However, some symptoms may be […]

A significant part of our practice at Endodontic Consultants of San Antonio consists of children and adolescents. Children often  sustain dental injuries due to falls or sports-related accidents. Dentists from south-central Texas seek the expertise of our specialists to manage their patients with dental injuries.  We see patients from Boerne, Eagle Pass, Spring Branch, Laredo, […]

Teeth can become infected and  root canal treatment may be necessary due to tooth decay, deep fillings,  faulty  crowns, or cracks.  Our specialists at Endodontic Consultants of San Antonio, Texas, Dr. Rick Davis and Dr. Rick Schwartz, have advanced training to diagnose and treat infected teeth. Why Is Root Canal Treatment Recommended?  We help patients […]

In many cases, the answer is no.  Dr. Rick Davis and Dr. Rick Schwartz spend about ⅓ of their time retreating teeth that had previous root canal treatment by other dentists.  In most cases they can redo the procedure and save the tooth.   When performed properly, root canal treatment has a very high success rate.  […]

Endodontic treatment (also known as root canal treatment) is a procedure to preserve your natural teeth. It is also an excellent investment in your health and well-being. The treatments available at Endodontic Consultants of San Antonio are often an alternative to dental extraction.  If a tooth is removed, it is generally replaced with an implant, […]

Root canal therapy is a safe and effective treatment that eliminates tooth infection and prevents the need for extraction. Unfortunately, if root canal treatment is not performed correctly the first time or becomes contaminated later, tooth pain or infection can occur months or even years later. When this happens, we may need to “re-do” the […]

Drs. Rick Davis and Rick Schwartz of Endodontic Consultants of San Antonio are trained and experienced in helping patients find relief from tooth infections. They work with your regular dentist and other specialists to develop a customised treatment plan that addresses each patient’s individual needs and concerns. Here, Drs. Davis and Schwartz answer some of […]