Wentzville Endodontics

Specialized Endodontics in Wentzville, Missouri

Wentzville Endodontics is a dental clinic dedicated exclusively to endodontics, located in Wentzville, Missouri. The team is led by endodontic specialist Courtney Kanive and also includes an office manager, a patient care coordinator, and a lead assistant. The practice states it has been a member of the American Association of Endodontists for over ten years.

The clinic describes its work as the treatment of the dental pulp: when it becomes inflamed or infected and cannot repair itself, endodontic treatment is required. Among the causes it mentions for that inflammation or infection are deep decay, the cumulative effect of fillings placed over time, restorative insults to teeth, and traumatic injuries.

Endodontic Services

The center states that it performs all endodontic-related services. Its catalog includes:

• Root canal therapy, indicated when the dental pulp becomes inflamed or infected.
• Endodontic retreatment, for previously treated teeth that do not heal properly and become painful or diseased again.
• Apicoectomy, when an infection develops or does not resolve after root canal treatment or retreatment.
• Cracked teeth treatment, which can cause pain when chewing and sensitivity to temperature.
• Traumatic dental injuries, such as teeth pushed back into their sockets, which may require repositioning and stabilization.
• Post-treatment care, with guidance on what the patient can expect and activities to avoid.

Signs That Prompt a Consultation

The clinic lists the signs that may indicate the need for an endodontic procedure: pain, prolonged sensitivity to heat or cold, tenderness to touch and chewing, discoloration of the tooth, swelling, drainage, and tenderness in the lymph nodes and nearby bone.

Facilities and Method of Work

The center states that it works with technology including digital radiography, surgical microscopy, rotary and ultrasonic instrumentation, and massage therapy during procedures. It notes that its exclusive dedication to endodontics allows greater efficiency when performing root canals and other work, and that many problems can be solved in a single visit, reducing the need for multiple appointments. The clinic also provides emergency services to address the community's immediate endodontic needs.

Team

Courtney Kanive, Doctor of Endodontics, earned her bachelor's degree from the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana in 2000 and continued her training at Southern Illinois University. The team also includes Kim, office manager and HIPAA compliance officer; Jenna, patient care coordinator, who earned a Dental Assisting degree from Missouri College in 2012 and has been with the center since 2013; and Courtney, lead assistant, a Missouri College graduate in 2010 and a team member since then.

Patients and Coverage

The practice serves both private patients and general dentists who refer cases, and it offers a patient portal and a dedicated insurance page. Testimonials on its website highlight the absence of pain during root canal treatment, the detailed explanation of the procedure and aftercare, and the team's care.

Location and Contact

1006 Schroeder Creek Blvd. Wentzville, MO 63385 · Phone: (636) 327-7177 · Email: info@wentzvilleendo.com