Articles by: admin

Our Locations

Northern Oregon Endodontics has two easy to find locations in northeast Portland and Hood River for your convenience. Our soothing and modern office environment will put you at ease and help ensure your comfort. You will be received, greeted pleasantly, and made to feel welcome. Help yourself to a current […]

Read More

Our Caring Staff

Dr. Scott Edgar’s path to becoming an endodontic specialist began as a child when he had four root canals himself following a skateboarding accident. He felt fortunate that experts were available to help him save his teeth, and this provided motivation toward an eight year career as a general dentist. […]

Read More

Our Expertise

Dr. Edgar completed his Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree at Oregon Health & Science University School of Dentistry, graduating with high honors in 1994. After practicing as a general dentist for eight years, he returned to OHSU for endodontic graduate training and received his Specialty Certificate in Endodontics in […]

Read More

Our Advanced Technology

We use state-of-the-art technology to ensure the best outcome possible for our patients. Our investment in advanced technology means a long-term investment in your future. State-of-the-art technology invites informed decision-making and enables patients to make wise choices concerning their oral health. Dr. Edgar offers the latest dental technology for your […]

Read More

Our Partnerships

By referring you to an endodontic specialist, your family dentist demonstrates a personal concern for the quality of your dental care. At Northern Oregon Endodontics, we work closely with your general dentist to provide the highest quality patient care. Our main goal is to provide a seamless transition between your […]

Read More

Our Experience

Dr. Edgar maintained a solo general dentistry practice in Portland, Oregon from 1994 to 2002. He has practiced endodontics in northeast Portland and the Columbia Gorge since 2004, successfully treating over 10,000 endodontic patients. In addition, our highly skilled staff has over 50 years of combined dental experience.

Read More

Our Comfortable Environment

Northern Oregon Endodontics has two easy to find locations for your convenience;  northeast Portland and  Hood River Oregon . Our soothing and modern office environment will put you at ease and help ensure your comfort. You will be received, greeted pleasantly, and made to feel welcome. Help yourself to a current […]

Read More

We use Ultrasonic equipement

At Northern Oregon Endodontics, ultrasonics are routinely used during our microscope-assisted endodontic procedures as part of our philosophy of minimally invasive treatment. Ultrasonics, using the concept of ultrasound energy, are used to assist precise tooth preparation and to assist delivery of disinfecting solutions and optimize debris removal. Ultrasonics enhance the […]

Read More

Why we use Digital X-Rays

This form of computerized radiography uses a standard dental x-ray generator as its radiation source. An intra-oral sensor that is placed in the mouth collects the image. The color capabilities show our patients more meaningful pictures than the standard format. The “zoom” capabilities allow our patients to view localized areas […]

Read More

Relieving Discomfort

Root Canal Therapy (also called root canal treatment or endodontic treatment) is a dental procedure in which the diseased or damaged nerve (pulp) of a tooth is removed and the inside areas (the nerve or pulp chamber and root canals) are cleaned, filled and sealed permanently to avoid infection. Without […]

Read More

Introducing Cone Beam 3-D CT Imaging

The Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) is a dental-specific x-ray machine that gives a very accurate 3D image of the tooth and area in question. This technology is the most advanced dental imaging possible and is unsurpassed in diagnostic potential. The CBCT used at our office is different than medical […]

Read More

The Surgical Microscope

Dr. Edgar uses surgical operating microscopes for all endodontic procedures. The use of the surgical microscope allows Dr. Edgar to perform treatment with greater accuracy because the treatment area is magnified and illuminated, aiding Dr. Edgar in seeing tiny details inside your tooth. Microscopes have been shown to improve outcomes […]

Read More