An Endodontist is a dental surgeon who specializes in treating endodontic problems .In general, this involves root canal treatment. Endodontists have a college degree and then attend 4 years of dental school. In addition, endodontists have 2 to 3 years of specialized graduate education in endodontic care. Endodontists are licensed by the state in which they practice. While it's not mandatory, endodontists may acquire certification from the American Association of Endodontists' Board of Directors after passing a review and examination. To retain certification, endodontists are required to pass examinations every 10 years.

Top Diseases or Medical Conditions Diagnosed or Treated by Endodontist:
• Root canal disease
• Tooth abscess
• Tooth decay
• Tooth avulsion

Root canal treatment (also called a root canal) is done when decay will likely damage or has already killed a tooth. During a root canal, a dentist or endodontist removes the pulp from the center of a tooth and fills the pulp cavity. It prevents the development of a painful infection in the pulp and also treats an infection that has developed into an abscessed tooth. This procedure can relieve toothache, stop infection, and promote healing. A general dentist or one who specializes in diseases of tooth pulp (endodontist) can perform a root canal.

Tooth abscess is a pus-filled structure caused by a tooth infection. An untreated tooth abscess can result in the infection spreading to other areas of the body. Tooth abscesses usually result from poor dental health e.g. toot decay. The condition sometimes results in the tooth being removed.

Dental caries is a destructive process causing decalcification of the tooth enamel leading to cavitations of the tooth.

Tooth avulsion is a partial or complete displacement of a tooth from its alveolar support. It is commonly the result of trauma.