What is an endodontist? A helpful guide to Dr. Francisco Nieves's profession!
If you are in pain and need a root canal, who do you see? If you are like most people, you go to your general dentist. But what if your general dentist refers you to an endodontist? What is an endodontist and what do they do? In this blog post, we will answer all of these questions!
We'll start by discussing the history of endodontics. Then, we will give an overview of what an endodontist is and what they do. Next, we will introduce Dr. Francisco Nieves as Granbury's board certified endodontist. Finally, we will close with why people should choose Granbury Endodontics if they need a root canal procedure.
A brief history of endodontics
The history of endodontics is fascinating! It dates back to ancient times when people first realized that tooth decay and infection could cause pain. In many cultures, the first endodontists were actually barbers! They would pull teeth and perform other dental procedures. In the 1800s, dentistry became its own profession and endodontics became a specialty. Today, endodontists are highly trained dental professionals who specialize in treating tooth pain and infection.
What is an endodontist?
So, what is an endodontist? An endodontist is a dentist who specializes in the treatment of tooth pain and infection. They use special instruments to clean out the infected tissue and save the tooth. You've probably heard of this procedure as the "root canal", but we often call it "root canal therapy" or generally a root canal procedure here at Granbury Endodontics.
Why should you see an endodontist?
There are many reasons why you might need to see an endodontist. If you have a tooth that is severely decayed or infected, your general dentist may refer you to an endodontist. An endodontist can also help if you have had a previous root canal procedure that failed. They can also help if you have a tooth that is cracked or broken. Basically, if you're experiencing any kind of tooth pain, there's a high likelihood that it's due to an issue with the root of your tooth, and an endodontist is specialized in dealing with those sorts of issues!
Dr. Nieves is Granbury's board-certified endodontist practicing near you!
Dr. Francisco Nieves is a board certified endodontist who started Granbury Endodontics to help patients in Granbury and the surrounding area get the best possible care for issues related to the root of the tooth. He is originally from Fort Worth and moved back to Texas to attend dental school after graduating from undergrad. After graduating with his DDS, he completed a two-year residency in endodontics. He is a member of the American Association of Endodontists and the Texas Dental Association. He also volunteers with Mercy Clinic to help underserved communities in Fort Worth get the necessary dental health checkups they need.
What do I need to do if I think I need to see Dr. Nieves?
If you are in pain and need a root canal, you should see an endodontist like Dr. Francisco Nieves. Root canal procedures are very common in endodontics, and Dr. Nieves has the experience and training to help you. When you choose Granbury Endodontics, you can be sure that you are getting the best possible care. Contact our office or give us a call at (817) 776-4646 to speak with our staff and see how we can help!