Everything you need to know about board certified endodontists

When you need to see an endodontist, it's important that you see a board certified endodontist. What is a board certified endodontist? A board certified endodontist is an endodontist who has gone above and beyond the requirements to become board certified by the American Board of Endodontics (ABE). Dr. Nieves is a board certified endodontist, and in this blog post, we'll explain what that means for his patients and how seeing a board-certified endodontist means better care for your dental health.

First, what is an endodontist and how is it different from a dentist?

This is a bit of a trick question because... an endodontist IS a dentist! Specificially, an endodontist is a dentist who has specialized in root canal therapy. This means that they have had additional training beyond dental school to learn how to perform root canal procedures to save teeth and fix problems with tooth pain (generally all of which occur within the root pulp of the tooth).

Dr. Nieves went to dental school and then completed a three-year residency program in endodontics. This means that he is an expert in root canal therapy and has the experience and training to handle even the most difficult cases.

But, what about the "board-certified endodontist" part?

So, what does board certification mean? Board certification is a voluntary process that demonstrates a commitment to excellence in the field of endodontics. To become board certified, an endodontist must first pass a written exam administered by the American Board of Endodontics (ABE). Once they have passed this exam, they are then required to submit detailed case reports documenting their clinical experience. These case reports are reviewed by a panel of expert endodontists who will determine if the candidate meets the standards for board certification.

Becoming board certified is not easy, but it's something that Dr. Nieves felt was important for his patients. He wanted to demonstrate his commitment to excellence and show that he is dedicated to providing the best possible care for his patients. That dedication translates to successful root canal procedures, apicoectomies and other ways to help patients relieve pain, save teeth and life a happier, healthier life.

So, what does this mean for you as a patient?

When you see a board certified endodontist like Dr. Nieves, you can be confident that you are getting the best possible care. Dr. Nieves has the experience and training to handle even the most difficult cases, and he is committed to providing the best possible care for his patients. If you need to see an endodontist, we hope that you will consider seeing us and Dr. Nieves at Granbury Endodontics. We are confident that you will be happy with the care that you receive from our team here!

If you have any questions or would like to schedule an appointment, please contact us today. We look forward to helping you save your teeth and relieve your pain!