Endodontics at Palmetto Family Dental

Specialized Care for the Inside of Your Teeth

Our experienced team provides advanced endodontic care across all four of our Georgia locations: Fayetteville, McDonough, Palmetto, and Zebulon. We also welcome patients from surrounding communities like Upland, Montclair, and Claremont.

To learn more about additional procedures that help preserve natural teeth, visit our restorative dentistry overview.

What Is Endodontics?

Endodontics focuses on the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of conditions affecting the tooth pulp (the soft tissue inside the tooth) and surrounding root structures. This area of dentistry plays a crucial role in saving teeth that might otherwise need to be extracted.

Common conditions treated through endodontic care include:

• Internal tooth infections
• Cracked or fractured teeth
• Dental trauma
• Pulp inflammation due to decay or repeated dental work
• Resorption or root surface irregularities
• Complications following restorative or cosmetic treatment

While root canal therapy is one of the most well-known procedures in this specialty, endodontics also involves advanced diagnostics, second-opinion evaluations, and retreatment of previously treated teeth.

When to See an Endodontic Specialist

If you’re experiencing unexplained dental pain or have suffered oral trauma, an endodontic evaluation can help determine the best course of action. We may recommend endodontic treatment in the following situations:

• Tooth pain that doesn’t respond to over-the-counter remedies
• Sensitivity that lasts long after exposure to hot or cold
• Swelling around a single tooth or gum area
• Discoloration of a tooth with no visible damage
• A history of dental trauma, especially in front teeth
• Recurrent symptoms in a tooth that has already had a root canal

Not all of these symptoms mean you’ll need a root canal. In some cases, treatment might involve monitoring, minor procedures, or coordinating with specialists.

For more on how infections are treated, visit our root canals page

Endodontic Services We Provide

Our endodontic care includes:

• Diagnosis of unexplained tooth pain using advanced imaging and testing
• Treatment of cracked or injured teeth, including teeth with damaged pulp
• Non-surgical root therapy for internal infections
• Retreatment of previously filled root canals that have not healed properly
• Internal bleaching of discolored teeth following trauma
• Referral coordination for surgical endodontic procedures when needed

We aim to resolve discomfort while preserving the integrity of your natural tooth and surrounding bone.

How Endodontic Care Supports Whole-Mouth Health

Endodontic treatment isn't just about saving teeth—it helps maintain proper bite alignment, prevent bone loss, and reduce the need for future dental work. By treating the internal structure of teeth, we help patients:

• Avoid unnecessary extractions
• Reduce long-term dental costs
• Prevent the spread of infection
• Maintain jawbone stability and facial structure
• Improve oral comfort and function

In more complex cases, endodontic treatment may be paired with crowns or bridges to fully restore the tooth’s strength and appearance.

Endodontic Services at All Our Locations

You can access endodontic evaluations and treatment at any of our convenient locations:

• Fayetteville: 210 Trilith Pkwy #130, Fayetteville, GA 30214 | (678) 799-9810
• McDonough: 70 Westridge Pkwy #100, McDonough, GA 30253 | (770) 898-3192
• Palmetto: 501 Park St., Palmetto, GA 30268 | (770) 463-4541
• Zebulon: 15988 Barnesville St, Zebulon, GA 30295 | (770) 567-8000

Our dentists—Dr. J. Brunson, Dr. K. Jordan, Dr. S. Smith, Dr. Mitchell Sarembock, and Dr. Cameron Cushing—offers expert evaluations and treatment planning to help you make informed choices about your oral health.

Frequently Asked Questions About Endodontics

Is endodontic treatment always a root canal?
No. Endodontics includes root canals, but also involves diagnostics, trauma treatment, retreatment, and more.

Can endodontic issues exist without pain?
Yes. Some infections or injuries may be symptom-free and only show up on dental X-rays or through diagnostic tests.

What if I’ve already had a root canal but still feel pain?
A retreatment or further evaluation may be needed. Our team can assess your case and recommend next steps.

Are endodontic treatments covered by insurance?
Most plans offer partial coverage. Visit our finance and insurance page or ask our team for details.