Your tooth consists of two main parts: the crown, which is that part of the tooth above the gum and visible in your mouth; and the root or roots, which is that part of the tooth that lies beneath the gum and is surrounded by bone. Inside each root is a channel that runs the length of the tooth. This channel is the root canal and contains the pulp (nerves, blood vessels, and soft tissue), which is often referred to as the nerve of the tooth. The pulp may be irreversibly damaged by bacteria associated with decay, very deep restorations, fractures, trauma, or periodontal disease.
In order to preserve a tooth in which this has occurred, it is necessary to remove the diseased pulp tissue. This procedure is known asendodontic therapy. Since endodontic therapy is concerned with removing only the pulp from the root canal, the root will continue to function normally because the supporting tissues remain intact. It is advisable to remove the injured pulp because it may become infected or act as an irritant to the tissues surrounding the tooth.
Dr. Neil Singh is originally from the northwest suburbs of Chicago. He attended Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale for his dental and specialty degree, where he was recognized for his outstanding leadership in community service inside and outside of school.
Since his second year of dental school, Dr. Singh immediately felt drawn towards endodontics as a specialtyespecially the challenge and meticulousness of the proceduresso he completed an endodontics residency at Nova Southeastern University. He was fortunate enough to be involved with research throughout his years in Nova, which allowed him to learn about newer endodontic therapies such as revascularization and regeneration procedures, along with in-depth lab work on new disinfecting agents and their interactions with bacteria.
Dr. Singh prides himself on his compassion for healthcare and community service. He is an active member in the American Dental Association, the American Association of Endodontists, the Illinois State Dental Society, the Chicago Dental Society, and the Alpha Omega Dental Fraternity. He is currently PRESIDENT ELECT for the Englewood branch of the Chicago Dental Society, and the New Dentist Liason for the branch, where he helps graduating colleagues find positions and roles in the community.
During his residency, he married his lovely wife, Reena, who is also from the suburbs of Chicago. They decided to relocate back to Chicago to be closer to family and loved ones. This past year they welcomed their newest addition to the family, their beautiful daughter Sienna. Outside of the clinic, Dr. Singh loves the outdoors (even the cold) and exploring new things in this incredible city. He enjoys physical fitness, cooking, and sports, and he is a bit of an art enthusiast.
Dr. Samantha Synenberg received her Doctorate of Dental Surgery with honors from Marquette University School of Dentistry. She earned several honors there, including a Clinical Excellence Award and the Blumenfeld Scholarship. Dr. Synenberg received her Certificate in Endodontics after completing a post-doctoral endodontic residency at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Synenberg is board eligible with the American Board of Endodontics.
Dr. Synenberg joins Axis Endodontics with extensive clinical experience. She practiced in the Boston area, where she was voted a 'Top Dentist' by her colleagues in 2017, 2018, and 2019 inBoston Magazine. During this time, she also servedas a part-time clinical instructor at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, teaching both the post-doctoral endodontic residents as well as the pre-doctoral students. Dr. Synenberg relocated to Chicago in 2019 and has been practicing endodontics in the north suburbs before joining Axis Endodontics.
Dr. Synenbergs interest in endodontics started at a surprisingly young age in her fathers endodontics practice in Cleveland, Ohio. She spent countless hours at the practice helping out and seeing first hand the importance of both the technical side and personal side of dentistry.She graduated from Lehigh University in Pennsylvania, where she earned a bachelors degree in Biology and Religious Studies. Outside of the office, Dr. Synenberg loves exploring Chicago and its many culinary options with her husband Daniel and daughter Isabel.
He then earned his DMD after finishing a two-year advanced standing dental program at University of Illinois at Chicago, during which he was awarded Dr. Harry Saxon Scholarship Award for academic achievements.
After graduation, he underwent further training in the Advanced Education in General Dentistry at South Texas Veterans Health Care System (STVHCS) in San Antonio serving US veterans. After two additional years of general dentistry private practice in the Chicagoland area, Dr. Alsuhail realized his passion for endodontics and returned back to University of Illinois College of Dentistry for a two year specialty residency.
Outside of work, Dr. Alsuhail enjoys spending time with his family and friends, staying active biking around the city, playing tennis. He also loves travelling around the world especially if its for watching the World Cup.
Maggie has been in the dental field for 9 years, and loves what she does. She got married to her wonderful husband 2 years ago. They love spending time in the city, looking for new restaurants and coffee shops to try. She is looking forward to travelling and going on great adventures. In her free time she enjoys spending time with family and any outdoor activity.
Caitlyn has been in dentistry for almost 5 years now, and loves every second of it. She is a mother to 2 handsome boys and a beautiful bonus daughter. On the weekends she and her husband enjoy spending time with the kids and exploring new places and creating memories together. Her biggest hobbies are spending time with her family.
Gabby graduated dental assisting school in 2017, since then she's expanded her skills and is now cross trained with the front desk team. When she's not at work she spends her time with her two dogs, Sushi and Poppy. Some of her hobbies include gardening and travelling.
Georgeann is married and has four grown children. She has four grandchildren that are in their teens. She loves spending time in her backyard, planting flowers, and a vegetable garden. She enjoys riding her bike for exercise on some of the nearby trails. She has a little dog that loves taking walks at Lake Katherine. She is hoping to start travelling again!! Some of her hobbies include baking and gardening.
Olga is from Tulsa, OK. She is an alumna of Oklahoma State where she received a degree in Microbiology, Cellular and Molecular Biology, and Spanish. Her dream is to use her degree to pursue a career in dentistry and use her passion to serve underprivileged communities in Spanish speaking countries. Some of her hobbies include exercising, and spending time with her dog Mac.
