Dr. Lloyd Marcum, DDS

Dr. Lloyd Marcum, DDS Dr Lloyd Marcum specializes in root canal therapy and has been practicing in San Luis Obispo since 1992. What is a root canal? What happens after treatment?

A root canal is one of the most common dental procedures performed, well over 14 million every year. This simple treatment can save your natural teeth and, in most cases, prevent the need of dental implants or bridges. At the center of your tooth is pulp. Pulp is a collection of blood vessels that helps to build the surrounding tooth. Infection of the pulp can be caused by trauma to the tooth, dee

p decay, cracks and chips, or repeated dental procedures. Symptoms of the infection can be identified as visible injury or swelling of the tooth, sensitivity to temperature or pain in the tooth and gums. If you experience any of these symptoms, your dentist will most likely recommend non-surgical treatment to eliminate the diseased pulp. This injured pulp is removed and the root canal system is thoroughly cleaned and sealed. This therapy usually involves local anesthesia and may be completed in one or more visits depending on the treatment required. Success for this type of treatment occurs in about 90% of cases. If your tooth is not amenable to endodontic treatment or the chance of success is unfavorable, you will be informed at the time of consultation or when a complication becomes evident during or after treatment. We use local anesthesia to eliminate discomfort. In addition, we will provide nitrous oxide analgesia if indicated. You will be able to drive home after your treatment, and you probably will be comfortable returning to your normal routine. When your root canal therapy has been completed, a record of your treatment will be sent to your restorative dentist. You should contact their office for a follow-up restoration within a few weeks of completion at our office. Your restorative dentist will decide on what type of restoration is necessary to protect your tooth. It is rare for endodontic patients to experience complications after routine endodontic treatment or microsurgery. If a problem does occur, however, we are available at all times to respond. To prevent further decay, continue to practice good dental hygiene.

We love getting notes of gratitude and sweets from our patients! But we love seeing them happy and pain free even more!
05/10/2022

We love getting notes of gratitude and sweets from our patients! But we love seeing them happy and pain free even more!

Our patients are amazing! Thank you for the gorgeous flowers and kind words!
05/10/2022

Our patients are amazing! Thank you for the gorgeous flowers and kind words!

03/08/2022

We are a Specialist Dental office looking for an exceptional, bright, energetic dependable team player to work hand in hand with our Endodontist and whole staff. This position is part time to full time, Monday through Friday, with variable hours, approximately 30 hours a week. We have a beautiful modern office, and we would love to have the right person join our staff.
*Key Responsibilities
*Ensure sterilization and cleaning of the office and equipment
*Stock supplies in operatories and patient areas as needed
*Ability to assist the Dentist as necessary
*Light Janitorial
*Filing
*Answering phones and scheduling
*Other duties as needed

JOB REQUIREMENTS:
*Some dental experience is required
*Must have a current x-ray license
*Experience with digital x-rays, DEXIS system is a plus

Please reply with e-mailed resume.

03/13/2020

I have referred many people to Dr. Marcum. They all had great experiences at his office. I just had a root canal done and I too am very impressed. All the people were so efficient and professional.

03/12/2020

I am 65 years old and had not ever endured a “root canal”. Dr. Marcum and his Staff handled my apprehension with experienced professionalism that won the day. Not that I’d ever want to, but if I do need another root canal in the future, I’ll be going to see Dr. Marcum and Staff once again wi...

03/11/2020

I have been to Dr. Marcum twice for serious repairs and am absolutely amazed with his skill and professional ethics. His chair side staff also deserve the same applause and credit. The reception staff were excellant, I felt like a family member. Thanks to all! E. J. (Tip) Martin

A little office lunch to celebrate Vera's birthday!
11/21/2019

A little office lunch to celebrate Vera's birthday!

11/16/2019

Professional and was pleased with the excellent save of my molar and really appreciate the pride this team performs plus verbal each step instruction and explanation. Referral from Ron Brunick, DDS awesome too!

11/01/2019

Excellent care. Very nice and professional staff. Dr. Marcum did an excellent root canal, no problems, no pain. Thank you!

10/31/2019

I approached my first root canal with dread, but my experience with Dr. Marcum was far easier than I expected. The anesthetic injections were well calibrated to eliminate any pain. Dr. Marcum and his assistant Gina worked with great care and at a good pace. Dr. Marcum was able to save my crown by dr...

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1129 Pacific Street
San Luis Obispo, CA
93401

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 2pm

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