Carling Endodontics

05/19/2026

🦷➡️🔬 Calcified canal challenge

Sometimes a canal can appear almost invisible on an X-ray due to calcification — but that does not mean we give up on the tooth!

This case demonstrates how an operating microscope can make all the difference:

✔️ Locate hidden anatomy
✔️ Preserve healthy tooth structure
✔️ Reduce unnecessary dentin removal
✔️ Improve precision and predictability

The goal isn't just to “find a canal” — it's to safely navigate complex anatomy while preserving as much natural tooth structure as possible.

Technology + magnification + patience = tooth saving dentistry.

05/05/2026

Challenging Anatomy + Healing in Progress 🦷

#26 presented with:
• Significant canal calcification
• Pronounced S-shaped curvature in DB canal
• Apical pathology

Despite the difficulty negotiating and shaping this anatomy, canals were located, negotiated, and treated to full working length.

At 6 month follow-up, we can observe:

• Well-adapted obturation following the natural canal curvature
• Respect of the original anatomy
• near complete healing of the apical tissues

#27 is currently undergoing treatment- stay tuned!

These cases are always a good reminder—patience, magnification, and respect for anatomy are everything.

04/21/2026

Case Spotlight: Internal Resorption & Complex Anatomy

At Carling Endodontics, advanced imaging plays a critical role in diagnosis and treatment planning.

This case presented with internal resorption in a mandibular molar, combined with unusual canal anatomy—a scenario where conventional 2D radiographs alone may not provide the full picture.

Using CBCT (3D imaging), we were able to:
✔️ Clearly identify the extent and location of the resorptive defect
✔️ Visualize complex root canal anatomy
✔️ Accurately plan and execute treatment with confidence

The 3D assessment allowed for a more predictable outcome, ensuring all anatomical variations were addressed and the resorptive defect was properly managed.

🔍 Why CBCT matters:
In cases involving resorption, missed canals, or atypical anatomy, CBCT provides the detail needed to elevate both diagnosis and treatment precision.

📞 Questions about a case? We’re always happy to collaborate.

10/29/2025

Endodontics is not always about devitalizing the tooth. This case is a great example of how conservative and careful management of vital tissues will maintain vitality and allow continued root developemet:

✅ Step 1: Decay and inflamed tissue were carefully removed.
✅ Step 2: A protective bioceramic material was placed to promote healing.
✅ Step 3: The tooth was sealed and restored — preserving vitality and strength.

Follow-up radioraph shows a dentin bridge formation and continued root formation.

🪄 Modern endodontics is about saving more than roots — it’s about saving vitality.

07/16/2024

This patient presented to us with history of signoficant swelling and a very large periapical radiolucency. We treated #22 over the course of one year with several rounds of intracanal medication. We see great bone regenration after 1 year. This was achieved without any surgical intervention.

04/03/2024

S- shaped curvatures on a lowe molar. This anatomy is very delicate and could lead to file fracture.

03/25/2024

NIce anatomy on the palatal root of #16 today. Happy Monday!

03/23/2024

Celebrated my birthday with my work family! It was a great night filled with laughter and amazing food. Missing a couple people , but we had a blast! Lucky to be working with such amazing women! Thank for making my night special!

01/24/2024

We will miss you dearly Christina!

12/06/2023