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Our Specialists Save Damaged Teeth
Patients are often referred to Endodontic Consultants of San Antonio by other dentists for root canal treatment because of our advanced training, outstanding reputation and long track record of success. It’s important to note that only 3% of all dentists have the necessary qualifications to become endodontists.
The value of specialty care
Our doctors have all completed rigorous university based post-graduate training of at least 2 years after dental school. Their practice is focused on a few procedures that they perform thousands of times each year. Consistently good outcomes result from advanced training and experience. In medicine, if you have a heart problem you see a cardiologist. It is no different in dentistry, for specialized treatment the highest level of care is generally provided by a specialist. In addition to their clinical expertise, our doctors have been involved in research throughout their careers.
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New Patients: (210) 405-0473 | Existing Patients: (210) 497-6699
What if you have a tooth with root canal treatment that is failing?
In some cases, root canal treatment can be redone to correct problems that were inherent in the first procedure. The procedure is referred to as “retreatment.” In other cases the tooth can be saved by performing a minor surgical procedure called “apicoectomy” or sometimes referred to as “root end surgery.” During the surgery the infected part of the root may be removed and the infection removed from the surrounding bone.
At Endodontic Consultants of San Antonio, our doctors ensure patients receive comfortable treatment by completely numbing the area around the tooth. This ensures that you won’t feel any discomfort during your visit. Additionally, we provide various options for sedation if you are an anxious or fearful patient.
Do not ignore pain or swelling. These problems will not get better on their own. Call (210) 405-0473 to schedule an appointment with one of our doctors today. They will start by diagnosing the source of your pain and determining the best treatment plan to resolve your problem.
Dr. Richard Davis, DDS
Richard D. Davis, DDS, graduated from high school in Japan, attended the University of Washington dental school, and joined the Air Force as a general dentist in 1978. He completed the Air Force one-year AEGD residency, a two-year Advanced General Dentistry Residency, and a fellowship in biomaterials at the University of Indiana. Dr. Davis was a clinical instructor, research director, and lecturer at the Air Force. He has published many scientific articles and research papers, and has lectured on many topics. Following retirement from the Air Force in 1999, he completed the graduate program in endodontics at the University of Oregon in 2001, and joined Dr. Schwartz and has been in private practice in endodontics since then.
Dr. Richard Schwartz, DDS
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Richard S. Schwartz, DDS, graduated from the University of Minnesota dental school in 1977. He was a restorative dentist for 19 years: Early in his career, he attended a two-year general dentistry residency while in the US Air Force, and then did a combination of private practice, teaching, and dental materials research before entering endodontic post-graduate training in 1996. He has authored over 100 articles and abstracts in scientific journals and lectured extensively in the US and in 21 other countries, including 12 times at the American Association of Endodontists’ national meeting. Since 1998 Dr. Schwartz has been in full-time private practice in endodontics in San Antonio, TX, and has practiced with Dr. Davis since 2001. He was a founding member and first secretary/treasurer of the International Association of Endodontics. He is also a member of the American Dental Association and International Association of Dental Specialists.
