Contemporary Endodontics of Oklahoma

05/08/2026

Need another reason to stop smoking? Quitting might help you avoid root canal treatment!

A new study shows that cigarette smokers are nearly twice as likely to need root canal treatment as non-smokers. The good news is the risk of a smoker needing root canal treatment decreases with the length of abstinence.

05/06/2026

Where does the word "Endodontics" come from? “Endo” is the Greek word for “inside” and “odont” is Greek for “tooth." 🦷

05/06/2026

Julia, thank you for sharing your experience and for the kind words! We love making patient experiences great, and hearing that we could make yours easy and painless fills us with joy!

05/04/2026

May is Save Your Tooth Month, and we're highlighting the importance of dental preservation. Many people don't believe damaged or diseased teeth are worth saving, and others act too late, but we want to remind you that natural teeth are the strongest and most fit for your smile.

When teeth become injured or infected, root canals can preserve the bulk of natural teeth, offering the best outcomes for bite, speech, eating, aesthetics, and longevity.

05/01/2026

We live in a disposable, all-things-recyclable era. Yet some things are truly worth saving. Take our teeth, for instance: a gateway to nutrition, a sign of emotion, and a signal of overall good health. Our natural teeth are worth saving. And no one is better equipped to do that than an endodontist.

04/30/2026

What is 3DCBCT (3-Dimensional Cone Beam Computed Tomography)?

Cone Beam technology provides a digital tomographic 3D view of the patient’s area of interest. Unlike traditional X-rays, this type of imaging is both more detailed and includes depth, offering greater insights for diagnosis and treatment.

Learn more about this and other technologies we employ at https://www.ceoklahoma.com/technology/

04/29/2026

The internet is rife with misinformation - and that includes information about root canals. The fact is that root canal treatment (performed 25 million times every year by skilled dental professionals) is very safe.

The Truth About Endodontic Treatment and Your Health.

04/28/2026

If there is infection or inflammation in the bone at the root end, or apex, after root canal therapy, we may perform what is called a periapical surgery or apicoectomy. Left neglected, this illness can spread to gums and beyond, leading to systemic health issues, but periapical surgery can curb the spread and keep your teeth and gums healthy.

To learn more, visit https://www.ceoklahoma.com/endodontic-services/endodontic-surgery/ today.

04/24/2026

Sometimes called a dental abscess, an abscessed tooth causes moderate to severe pain that can sometimes radiate to your ear or neck.

Left untreated, an abscessed tooth can turn into a serious condition. Read on to learn more about the different types and how to recognize them.

A dental abscess is an infection in or around the root of the tooth which may be painful. Learn how endodontists treat dental abscess to relieve your pain.

04/23/2026

Kaytee, thank you for taking the time to share your experience and for trusting us with your care! We believe root canals can be easy and painless, and we strive to deliver on this belief with each patient experience. We're so glad we could do so for you!