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PATIENT INFO
Your initial appointment will consist of a consultation explaining your diagnosis and treatment options. Occasionally treatment can be done on the same day depending on the complexity of your case and the doctor’s professional recommendation.
Please assist us by providing the following information at the time of your consultation:
- Your referral slip that your dentist gave you and any applicable radiographs
- A list of medications you are presently taking or may be allergic to
- If you have health insurance please bring it to have your claim processed
- For your convenience, a medical history form may be downloaded and printed from this website. This form may be completed prior to your first appointment, and brought to our office. To download this form, go to the online form section of this website.
IMPORTANT: All patients under the age of 18 years of age need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian at the time of the consultation visit.
Please alert the office if you have a medical condition that may be of concern prior to treatment (i.e. High blood pressure, diabetes, rheumatic fever, artificial heart valves and joints) or if you are required to be premedicated with any medication prior to dental treatment(i.e. heart medication and antibiotics).
Practical Endodontics is opened Mondays to Fridays 8:30am-5:00pm, for your convenience Saturday visits can also be arranged.
Every effort will be made to schedule you promptly, if you have an Emergency (severe pain or swelling).
We try our best to stay on schedule to minimize your waiting. Due to the fact that our practice provides emergency and surgical services, various circumstances may lengthen the time allocated for a procedure. Emergency cases can also arise and cause delays. We appreciate your understanding and patience.
Please call (876)-906-7627 with any questions or to schedule an appointment.
The fee for your endodontic treatment will be based on the complexity of treatment. During your first visit we will discuss the probable number of visits, the duration, and the fees involved. We deliver the finest care at the most reasonable cost to our patients, therefore payment is due at the time service is rendered unless other arrangements have been in advance.
For your convenience we accept cash, debit and all major credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, Discover and Keycard). We do not accept personal cheques. In addition all major health insurance are accepted, and we will be happy to process your insurance claim for you.
Please remember that you are fully responsible for all fees charged, regardless of your insurance coverage. Any remaining balance after your insurance has been paid is your responsibility. Your prompt remittance is anticipated.
If you have any questions or misunderstandings regarding your account, please contact us at (876) 906-7627.
Our Commitment to excellence
At Practical Endodontics, we take pride ourselves on providing endodontic care at the forefront of innovation and technology. We employ advancetechnology to enhance the quality of our patient care. Dr. Wallace uses a surgical microscope for all endodontic and surgical procedures which allows optimum visualization of delicate root canal anatomy.
We also provide digital radiography (x-rays) and utilize digital photography thereby allowing computerised visualization of your teeth. A host of other technology including ultrasonics are also utilized to enhance the quality of your treatment. Root canal treatment has never been so enjoyable.
Before Endodontic Treatment
This procedure will be performed using local anaesthesia. There are usually no restrictions after the procedure concerning driving or returning to work .Should a problem arise after your treatment you will be provided with our emergency telephone number for after hours and weekend emergencies. Please do not hesitate to call us if you have any queries or concern.
Continue all medications for previous conditions as recommended by your physician. If there are any questions, please call our office prior to your appointment.
Please eat a full breakfast or lunch (where applicable).
If you have been advised by your physician or dentist to use antibiotic premedication because of mitral valve prolapse (MVP), heart murmur, hip, knee, cardiac or other prosthesis, or if you have rheumatic heart disease, please make sure you are on the appropriate antibiotic on the day of your appointment and follow the prescribed instructions. If there are any questions, please call our office prior to your appointment.
If you can take ibuprofen (Advil) or naproxen sodium (Aleve), it helps to reduce inflammation when taken pre-operatively. We recommend 2 tablets of either medication 2-4 hours before endodontic therapy.
After Completion of Endodontic Treatment
Congratulations! By saving your tooth with root canal treatment, you have made a significant step towards better oral health. The root canal system inside your tooth has been thoroughly cleaned, shaped and sealed.
Please promptly call your dentist for an appointment to place a permanent restoration on your tooth.
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Your tooth may continue to feel slightly different from your other teeth for some time after your root canal treatment has been completed. However, if you have severe pain or pressure that lasts more than a few days, contact our office immediately.
- Do not chew or bite on the treated tooth until it is restored by your dentist.
- Be sure to brush and floss your teeth as you normally would do.
- If the opening in your tooth was restored with a temporary filling material, it is not unusual for a thin layer to wear off in-between appointments. However, if you think the entire filling has come out, contact our office.
- Contact our office right away if you develop any of the following:
- visible swelling inside or outside of your mouth
- allergic reaction to medication, including rash, hives or itching (nausea is not an allergic reaction)
- return of original symptoms
- significant pain
- bite feels high or uneven
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