What is an Endodontist?

Operating Microscope

An Endodontist is a dentist who has undergone a minimum of 2 years of extra postgraduate training, after four years of Dental School.  This Specialist training allows an Endodontist to:

1. Deal with diseases of the dental pulp (the inside of the tooth) and supporting structures (bone and soft tissue).
2. Diagnose facial pain and related problems.

Your general dentist sometimes refers patients for consultation when the diagnosis is complicated or when treatment is more difficult than normal. Aside from providing treatment, Dr.Speer and Dr. Behrents’ role is also that of educators. It is important that patients understand why they require treatment, what treatment involves and what they can do to ensure the best possible outcome. We believe that a properly informed patient has the best chance of achieving the optimal result.

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  Cone Beam Imaging

  DENTAL CONE BEAM COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHGY (CBCT) A new technology that allows us to image the area of interest in a 3-D format, which allows visualization of the problem in a way not available before. We are the first Endodontic practice in the metro St. Louis area to have this technology.

• The OPERATING MICROSCOPE has changed the way we operate and as a result previously hopeless cases can now be completed with a high degree of predictability and success.
• DIGITAL IMAGING reduces radiation exposure by up to 80% over conventional film based techniques and it is instant!
• The latest proven endodontic instrumentation(rotary Nickel Titanium) and techniques are used in your treatment.
• We incorporate the latest in sterilization and cross infection control fulfilling the up to date guidelines.
• COMMUNICATION between you the patient and the endodontist is of prime importance.