High Desert Endodontic Specialists

Specialized Endodontics in Reno, Nevada

High Desert Endodontic Specialists is a clinic dedicated exclusively to endodontics, based in Reno, Nevada. Its team consists of Dr. Spencer Fullmer and Dr. Gregory Kolber, and the practice presents itself as specializing in root canal treatment and the resolution of pulpal and periapical problems. The clinic serves patients from Reno, Sparks, Carson City, Lake Tahoe, and the outlying areas of Northern Nevada and California.

Treatments and Procedures

The catalog of procedures includes conventional root canal treatment, endodontic retreatment, apicoectomy, treatment of cracked teeth, and traumatic injuries. The clinic also performs endodontic evaluations and treatment planning options, and offers emergency care for cases of acute pain or infection.

• Root canal treatment: removes the infected pulp from the root canals and chambers, and seals the tooth with biocompatible cement before restoring it with a crown or other restoration.
• Endodontic retreatment: indicated when a tooth does not heal or pain persists after a previous treatment.
• Apicoectomy: a surgical procedure to treat persistent infections at the tip of the root.
• Cracked teeth and traumatic injuries: evaluation and treatment of fractures and dental trauma.
• Endodontic emergencies: care for sudden or severe pain due to damaged or infected teeth, abscesses, badly infected teeth, and inflamed or infected bone tissue beneath the gums.

Technology and Clinical Approach

The clinic uses small-volume cone-beam CT technology, which provides high-precision three-dimensional radiographic images for diagnosis and treatment planning. The medical team employs up-to-date techniques and technologies with the goal of offering precision and patient comfort. Patient education and involvement in the care plan are presented as a central part of the practice's approach.

Professional Team

Dr. Spencer Fullmer is a graduate in Chemistry and Biology from Brigham Young University–Idaho and completed his dental studies at Ohio State University School of Dentistry, where he was President of Student Research and received the American Association of Endodontists Student Achievement Award, as well as the Ora Beyl Kneilsy Award for Academics. He completed his advanced endodontic education at the same university and holds a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree, an Endodontic Specialty degree, and a Master of Science degree. He is an active member of the American Association of Endodontists, the American Dental Association, the Nevada Dental Association, the Northern Nevada Dental Society, and the National Honors Society, and has served as Immediate Past President of the Northern Nevada Dental Society. His research has been published in the Journal of Endodontics. The clinic also includes Dr. Gregory Kolber, DDS, and support staff who are part of the practice team.

Patients and Coverage

The clinic accepts many dental insurance policies and offers financing options. It serves patients of all ages and receives referrals from general dentists. Patient support services include patient forms, pre-operative and post-operative instructions, and educational resources on oral health.

Location and Contact

4101 Caughlin Square, #2, Reno, NV 89519 · Phone: 775-826-6111 · Email: example@mail.com · Hours: Mon-Fri: 7:30am-4:30pm