Faith and Trust

How does one choose an Endodontist?

In Columbus, Ohio, dental patients in need of this in-depth and complex procedure have placed their faith and trust in the most skilled and trained Endodontist specialist in Ohio. Dr. Scott Schumann has been practicing at Grove City Dental for over 17 years. Focusing on the latest in sedation dentistry, dental implant surgery and Columbus cosmetic dentistry techniques – he offers an unheard of expertise needed for any Columbus Endodontic procedure.

At Grove City Dental, “our patient’s comfort is our top priority”. These Columbus dental experts in root canal treatment will do anything to make your office visit as painless as possible.

Known for his love of helping people achieve 100% healthy mouths and gorgeous smiles, Dr. Schumann provides a comforting and assuring atmosphere. His patients know that he utilizes amazing technological advancements, and that he has been honored with a fellowship in Hospital Dentistry – helping him to excel in assisting his medically compromised patients.

The Top of Their Class

An Endodontist is a dental specialist who has completed a total of six years of in-depth training: four years of dental school with two additional years of specialty training in Endodontics, (root canals).

These root canal specialists are able to perform all aspects of root canal therapy, including routine and complex root canals, Endodontic surgery and retreatments.

A root canal procedure becomes necessary when the soft tissue inside the root canal of a tooth becomes inflamed and/or infected. A variety of causes can be responsible: deep decay, damage to the nerve during a filling, injury, or a crack or chip in the tooth. Root canal pain can be identified as: tenderness to touch or chewing, sensitivity to heat or cold, and swelling, drainage or tenderness. Sometimes, however, there are no symptoms.

Ultimate Relief of Infection and Pain

The steps for root canal treatment are:

In-depth exam, history and x-rays are taken. Local anesthetic is administered. A small protective sheet, called a “dental dam” is placed over the area, protecting it from saliva and isolating the tooth.

An opening is made in the crown of the tooth. Pulp is cleaned from the pulp chamber and root canals with very small instruments to shape the space for filling.

Root canals are filled with “Gutta-Percha” – a rubber-like material placed with adhesive cement to ensure complete sealing. A temporary filling closes the opening and will be removed by the dentist prior to tooth restoration.

A crown or restoration is then placed on the tooth to restore it to full function.

Since the unrestored tooth is susceptible to fracture and infection, it is important to have restoration completed as soon as possible. Antibiotics are usually prescribed until the tooth is fully restored.

Endodontics saves the natural teeth and is far more affordable than other procedures. Most endodontically treated teeth last as permanently as other teeth.

An Expert in Demand

Dr. Scott Schumann has been teaching Advanced Dentistry at Ohio State University for the last 10 years. Dental residents have benefited from his knowledge and experience in advanced cosmetic, implant, hospital and sedation dentistry.

This Columbus Endodontist will be appearing on NBC, CBS, ABC and FOX news channels for America’s Premier Experts, and has been quoted in USA TODAY, The Wall Street Journal and Newsweek.

Columbus residents are more than fortunate to have this seasoned and knowledgeable veteran in their region. Dr. Schumann’s patients return again and again. Why? He is the only logical choice for his patients’ ultimate healing, comfort and personal well-being!