Specialist Endodontist · Lane Cove West 2066
Endodontist near Lane Cove West
Specialist Endo’s endodontists in Crows Nest are 11 to 16 minutes’ drive from Lane Cove West. They save infected and cracked teeth and fix failed root fillings. No referral needed.
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The route from Lane Cove West
Lane Cove West sits beside the Lane Cove Tunnel and the business park. From Mars Road or Orion Road, join Epping Road heading east, as drivers from Lane Cove North do. Follow it to the Pacific Highway, then through St Leonards to Crows Nest. The 6.7 km trip takes about 11 to 16 minutes.
- 2 hours of free council parking on Hume Street
- Buses on Epping Road and Burns Bay Road head towards St Leonards
When to see an endodontist from Lane Cove West
Looking for a dentist in Lane Cove West? Keep your regular one for check-ups. A root canal specialist is worth seeing when these appear:
- Cold pain that lingers or starts unprompted
- A sharp jab when chewing on one side
- Gum or facial swelling, or a bad taste
- An ache under an older crown
We offer specialist root canal care for the Lower North Shore from Crows Nest.
Why Choose Us
Four reasons the drive from Lane Cove West is worth it.
Specialists, not generalists
Dr Ikram and Dr Holgate hold specialist endodontic registration after three years of postgraduate training.
All equipment in-house
Operating microscopes, CBCT imaging, rotary instruments and ultrasonic cleaning in one purpose-built clinic.
Sedation close by
IV sedation runs through the day surgery facilities across the hall from the treatment rooms.
Free 2-hour parking
The Hume Street council car park is close by, handy after the drive along Epping Road.
4.6/5 Average Rating
27+ Years of Experience
✓ Member of American Assoc. Endo
Root canal treatment options for Lane Cove West
We treat the inside of the tooth and the bone around the root tip. Common procedures include:
- Root canal therapy to remove infected pulp
- Retreatment of failed root canals, including old posts
- Apicoectomy for infection unresolved through the crown
- IV sedation for patients with dental phobia
We also see dental trauma and can lighten discoloured root-filled front teeth.
Why specialist equipment changes the result
Two things matter most in a root canal: finding every canal and cleaning it to the tip. Both depend on what the clinician can see.
The operating microscope reveals missed canals, cracks and broken instruments. CBCT imaging adds a 3D view of root anatomy and bone loss. For patients with dental phobia, the day surgery across the hall allows treatment under IV sedation.
How it Works
Care for Lane Cove West patients runs in three stages.
Assessment appointment
We examine the tooth, take or review radiographs and use CBCT where needed. You get a clear diagnosis and treatment options before anything else is scheduled.
Root canal procedure
Treatment happens under local anaesthetic, with a rubber dam and the microscope. Most teeth are finished in one or two visits, and sedation can be arranged.
Final restoration
A report and images go to your dentist, who places the crown or permanent filling. We stay available to you and your dentist if questions arise later.
The clinicians treating Lane Cove West
Dr Omar Ikram graduated BDS from Otago, then gained FRACDS, MClinDent (London), MRD (Edinburgh), FICD and FPFA. Dr Ikram co-invented the EndoPrep app. Dr Jasmine Holgate holds BDent and DClinDent degrees with FICD. Both are registered specialist endodontists who treat only problems inside the tooth.
They practise at 34 Hume Street, Crows Nest, in a purpose-built endodontic clinic just off the Pacific Highway. Day surgery across the hall makes IV sedation available in the same building.
Referring from Lane Cove West
Dentists in Lane Cove West and across the Lane Cove Council area can refer with our online referral form. Please attach current radiographs, the tooth number, symptoms and relevant medical history. We treat the endodontic problem and place a temporary seal or core. The patient then returns to you for the crown.
Common questions from Lane Cove West
Answers for workers and residents weighing up a visit to Crows Nest.
Are you a general dentist, or do you only do root canals?
Only endodontics. Specialist Endo is a specialist practice, so we do not offer check-ups, cleans or routine fillings. Keep your regular dentist for those. We treat the inside of the tooth, then send you back to them for the final crown or filling.
Can I fit root canal treatment around work in Lane Cove West?
Usually, yes. The drive along Epping Road takes about 11 to 16 minutes. The Hume Street council car park is free for 2 hours. Mention any time limits when you call, and the team will suggest a suitable slot.
Is there a bus from Lane Cove West to Crows Nest?
Yes. Buses run along Epping Road and Burns Bay Road towards St Leonards. From St Leonards, the clinic is about a 10-minute walk along the Pacific Highway. Highway buses also stop close to Hume Street. Plan the connection before you travel.
How many visits does it take to redo an old root canal?
Often two. The first visit removes old filling material, finds any missed canals and places a medicated dressing. The second cleans and fills the canals. Your own dentist then places the final restoration to protect the treated tooth.
Should I start antibiotics before seeing the endodontist?
Only if a dentist or doctor has prescribed them, usually for facial swelling or fever. Antibiotics alone do not cure a tooth infection, because the source is inside the canal. The lasting fix is treating the canal itself, or retreating it.
Contact Specialist Endo from Lane Cove West
Phone (02) 9129 0009 or send us a message to arrange a time. You can book without a referral, and we will send your own dentist a report after treatment.
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