Great Northern Endodontics

02/25/2026

Myth 2: Root canal treatment causes illness.

Information you may find on the Internet or elsewhere, claiming that if you receive a root canal treatment that you’re more likely to become ill or contract a systemic disease in the future simply isn’t true. This false claim was based on long-debunked and poorly designed research conducted nearly a century ago, long before modern medicine understood the actual causes of many diseases. There is no valid, scientific evidence linking root canal treatment to cancer or disease elsewhere in the body. In fact, modern research has shown that patients with multiple endodontic treatments had a 45 percent reduced risk of cancer. (Tezal M, et al. Dental Caries and Head and Neck Cancers. JAMA Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 139(10):1054-60, Oct. 2013.). aae.org

02/10/2026

Myths About Root Canals

The thought of a root canal may make you fearful or uneasy if you aren’t familiar with the procedure. There are common misconceptions that endodontic treatments such as root canals, cause pain and/or illness and should be avoided at all costs. The exact opposite is true. The pain, inconvenience and cost of avoiding endodontic treatment in favor of tooth extraction or a wait-and-see approach can be easily avoided. The longer you postpone treatment the more you risk the chance to save your tooth.

Myth 1: Root canal treatment is painful.
That may have been the case decades ago, but with modern technology and anesthetics, you won’t experience any more pain than if you went to have a cavity filled. The pain from a severe toothache, often caused by damaged tissues in the tooth, can be easily remedied when an endodontist removes the damaged tissue through root canal treatment. In addition, endodontists are experts in pain management, and most cases can be treated quickly and comfortably. aae.org

01/26/2026

Tooth Pain?

If you’re experiencing tooth pain, whether sharp and throbbing or dull and achy, it can be difficult to bite and chew, concentrate, get through the day, even sleep at night, no matter what over-the-counter medication you take for some relief.

The source of tooth pain may be dental decay, a cracked tooth, or an infection. Regardless of the cause, if you have ongoing pain it’s time to see your dentist. Ask your dentist if you are a candidate for a root canal.

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01/07/2026

Happy New Year from all of us at Great Northern Endodontics.
Thank you for trusting us with your care. We wish you a healthy, comfortable, and successful year ahead.

12/15/2025

When science speaks for itself 🙌 >>>
A recent study found that when tooth infection is successfully treated with root canal therapy, patients showed lower inflammation and healthier blood sugar and cholesterol levels—markers linked to heart disease and type 2 diabetes risk. 🫀
remove infection, relieve pain, and help protect your overall health. They save your natural teeth. 🦷 Read more:

/PRNewswire/ -- While endodontists have long touted the positive oral health benefits of root canal treatment to relieve dental pain and save natural teeth, a...

11/25/2025

✨A heartfelt thank you to our incredible dental community🦷 for joining us at the Wicked For Good movie premiere!🎥With your support, we are able to grow and uphold the “wickedly” exceptional care we strive to provide to each and every patient, so thank you!💚🩷

10/29/2025

🎃 Have a fang-tastic Halloween! 👻
Enjoy the sweets, but if anything spooky happens to a tooth — you know who to call.

10/09/2025

Should you brush your teeth before or after breakfast?

What experts say. There are pros and cons for both.

The question - Is it better to brush your teeth before or after breakfast or a cup of coffee?

The science - We all have our morning routines. Some of us make a beeline for the bathroom to brush away morning breath. Others prefer to start with a cup of coffee and a bit to eat before brushing. But which is better for your teeth? We asked dental experts to explain the science — and tell us their own personal preferences. There is a case to be made for brushing your teeth before eating or drinking. Microorganisms in the mouth, such as bacteria, can cause a bad taste and odor, and in dental plaque — a film made up of primarily bacteria, food particles and saliva — can lead to cavities, gingivitis and other forms of disease. Brushing your teeth with a fluoride-containing toothpaste and gum the correct technique when you wake up helps remove plaque and bacteria that develop overnight. This can make “juice, coffee and breakfast” taste better, and the toothpaste coats your teeth with fluoride and other minerals that protect your teeth during the meal.

Dr. Steven Katz
President of the American Association of Endodontists.

09/11/2025

Today, we honor the lives lost, the courage shown, and the unity that followed. May we never forget the strength of the human spirit, and continue to stand united.
We remember. We honor. We will never forget. 🗽🇺🇸

07/02/2025

Wishing you all the best 4th of July Celebration with family and friends.

05/22/2025

Wishing Dr. Clark a Happy (early on Sunday) Birthday! Dr. Clark is such a great addition to our team cranking out root canals one right after another. Dr. T & Dr. Clark are THE dynamic duo. His sense of humor makes us laugh quite often, and he definitely makes our days interesting (in a good way). Happy Birthday Dr. Clark from all of us ladies at GNE & Dr. T!!!🧁🎂🥳

04/17/2025

Happy Birthday to this cool (old) guy! ✌️Dr. Townsend is a selfless, always motivated, always looking to learn something new type of guy. He creates an atmosphere in our office that is incomparable. Happy Birthday Dr. Townsend from all of us ladies here at GNE & Dr. Clark, you are THE man!! 🎉🎂