Endodontics

Advanced Care to Save Your Natural Teeth

Endodontics is the specialized branch of dentistry focused on treating the internal tissues of the tooth—specifically the dental pulp and the root canal system. At Al Anis Medical Center, our Endodontics department is led by Dr. Lamis Mohammed (Specialist Endodontist), who utilizes advanced micro-dentistry techniques to save teeth that would otherwise require extraction.

With over 25 years of clinical excellence in Al Ain, we prioritize precision and patient comfort, ensuring that root canal treatments are as routine and stress-free as a standard filling.

When Do You Need an Endodontist?

You may require specialist endodontic care if you experience:

• Persistent Pain: Throbbing toothache or pain when applying pressure/chewing.

• Temperature Sensitivity: Sharp pain from hot or cold foods that lingers long after the stimulus is gone.

• Gum Changes: Swelling, tenderness, or a persistent “pimple” on the gums near the tooth.

• Internal Trauma: Discoloration of a single tooth following an injury or impact.

Our Specialized Endodontic Services

• Root Canal Treatment (RCT): The most common procedure to remove infected or inflamed pulp, clean and disinfect the root canals, and seal the space to prevent future infection.

• Endodontic Retreatment: Addressing teeth that did not heal properly after an initial root canal or have developed a new infection over time.

• Management of Dental Trauma: Specialized care for teeth that have been cracked, dislodged, or knocked out due to accidents.

• Apicoectomy (Root-End Surgery): A microsurgical procedure used when a conventional root canal is not sufficient to save the tooth, involving the removal of the very tip of the tooth’s root.

Why Specialist Endodontic Care Matters

Under the expert care of Dr. Lamis Mohammed, we provide a level of precision that significantly increases the long-term success of your treatment:

1. A Painless Experience: We use the latest local anesthesia techniques and a gentle, patient-focused approach to ensure a completely comfortable procedure.

2. Preserving Your Natural Smile: Nothing looks, feels, or functions exactly like your natural tooth. Our primary goal is to save your original tooth whenever possible to maintain your natural bite and jaw structure.

3. Advanced Technology: We utilize specialized tools, including rotary endodontics and digital apex locators, to ensure every microscopic canal is thoroughly cleaned and sealed with surgical accuracy.

4. Preventing Complications: Expertly performed endodontic treatment stops the spread of infection to the jawbone and surrounding tissues, protecting your overall systemic health.