Specialized Care to Save Your Natural Teeth
At Iowa Endodontics, we specialize in diagnosing and treating conditions that affect the inside of the tooth. Our experienced endodontists, Dr. Kerolos Elsayed, provide advanced care designed to relieve pain, eliminate infection, and preserve your natural teeth.
Our practice focuses exclusively on endodontic procedures, allowing us to deliver highly specialized treatment using advanced technology such as 3D CBCT imaging, surgical microscopes, and laser-assisted endodontics. Learn more about our practice and mission on our About page.
If you are experiencing dental pain or have been referred by your general dentist, our team is here to help restore your oral health with expert endodontic care.
What Is Endodontics?
Endodontics is a dental specialty focused on diagnosing and treating problems affecting the dental pulp, the soft tissue inside the tooth that contains nerves and blood vessels.
When the pulp becomes inflamed or infected due to deep decay, cracks, or trauma, specialized treatment may be required to save the tooth and prevent further complications.
Endodontists complete years of additional training beyond dental school to become experts in treating the inner structures of teeth. At Iowa Endodontics, our goal is always to save your natural teeth whenever possible through precise, modern endodontic care.
Our specialists use advanced tools such as microscopes and 3D imaging, which you can explore further on our Advanced Technology page.
When Should You See an Endodontist?
You may benefit from seeing an endodontist if you experience symptoms such as:
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Persistent tooth pain
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Sensitivity to hotor cold
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Swelling or tenderness in the gums
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Tooth discoloration
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Pain when chewing or biting
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Dental trauma or injury
Many patients are referred to Iowa Endodontics by their general dentist when specialized treatment is needed. If you are preparing for your visit, our Patient Information page provides helpful details about what to expect.
Endodontic Treatments We Provide
Our practice offers a full range of endodontic services designed to treat infection and preserve natural teeth.
Root Canal Treatment
One of the most common endodontic procedures is Root Canal Treatment. This procedure removes infected pulp, cleans and disinfects the root canal system, and seals the tooth to prevent reinfection.
Root canal therapy can relieve pain and help patients keep their natural teeth for many years.
Endodontic Retreatment
Endodontic retreatment is used to fix a failed or reinfected root canal and save the natural tooth. The procedure involves reopening the tooth, removing old materials, cleaning and disinfecting the canals, and resealing them. It helps relieve pain, eliminate infection, and avoid extraction, with high success when performed by specialists using modern technology.
Regenerative Endodontics
For younger patients with developing teeth, Regenerative Endodontics may be recommended. This advanced treatment encourages tissue regeneration inside the tooth and supports continued root development.
Cracked Tooth Treatment
A cracked tooth can allow bacteria to reach the pulp, causing pain and infection. Our Cracked Tooth Treatment procedures are designed to treat the internal damage and preserve the tooth whenever possible.
Apicoectomy
If infection persists after root canal treatment, a surgical procedure called an Apicoectomy may be recommended. This procedure removes the infected tissue at the tip of the root and seals the canal to support healing.
Endodontic Emergencies
Severe tooth pain or infection may require urgent treatment. Our team provides prompt care for Endodontic Emergencies to relieve discomfort and prevent complications.
Dental Emergencies After Trauma
If trauma causes damage to your teeth, specialized treatment is available for Dental Emergencies After Trauma.
Root End Therapy
If infection persists after root canal treatment, a surgical procedure called an Apicoectomy may be recommended. This procedure removes the infected tissue at the tip of the root and seals the canal to support healing.
Advanced Technology for Precise Treatment
At Iowa Endodontics, advanced technology allows us to diagnose and treat dental problems more accurately.
Our Laser-Assisted Endodontics technology helps reduce bacteria within the root canal system and supports successful treatment outcomes.
We also utilize advanced systems such as Fotona Laser Dentistry and Hard Tissue Laser Therapy to improve treatment precision and patient comfort.
Key technologies used in our practice include:
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3D Cone Beam CT (CBCT) imaging
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Surgical Operating Microscopes
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Digital X-rays
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Laser-assisted disinfection
Meet Our Endodontic Specialists
Iowa Endodontics is proud to be led by highly trained specialists dedicated to saving natural teeth.
Dr. Kerolos Elsayed DMD, MSD
Dr. Elsayed is a Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics and focuses on advanced endodontic procedures including retreatment and surgical endodontics. His goal is to help patients save their natural teeth through modern, predictable, and comfortable treatment.
Comfortable Treatment Options
We understand that some patients feel anxious about dental procedures. To help create a more relaxed experience, Iowa Endodontics offers Oral Conscious Sedation for eligible patients.
Sedation dentistry can help patients feel calm and comfortable during treatment while allowing our specialists to complete procedures efficiently.
Serving Ankeny and Surrounding Surrounding Iowa Communities
Iowa Endodontics proudly serves patients from Ankeny and surrounding communities, including:
- Ames
- Altoona
- Boone
- Clive
- Des Moines
- Grimes
- Johnston
- Norwalk
- Pleasant Hill
- Urbandale
- Waukee
- West Des Moines
- Windsor Heights
Our specialists also work closely with referring dentists to provide coordinated care. Dental professionals can find more information on our Referring Doctors page.
Schedule Your Endodontic Consultation
If you are experiencing tooth pain, infection, or have been referred by your dentist, our specialists are here to help.
Contact our office today through our Contact page to schedule an appointment and receive expert endodontic care.