Following his undergraduate studies, Dr. Collins graduated with a Master of Science degree in Cellular and Molecular Biology.Dr. Collins continued his education, graduating from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry with his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. While attending the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry, his research was published in the highly selectiveJournal of Endodontics, the primary journal for endodontists around the world.He was also selected to participate in the Advanced Studies in Endodontics honors program.
Following graduation, Dr. Collins completed a two-year advanced training program atSaint LouisUniversitywhere he received his certificate in Endodontics.Dr. Collins served as Adjunct Clinical Faculty at the University of Southern Illinois while completing endodontic coursework and obtaining a Master of Science degree in Dental Research. Dr. Collins is a Board-Certified Diplomate member of the American Board of Endodontics. Dr. Collins is currently one of three board-certified endodontists in Austin, Texas. With this honor, hehas become one of the leading endodontic providers.
Dr. Collinsis dedicated totreating patients with respect and compassion, while providing the necessary care for their dental needs. He enjoys attending numerous courses throughout the year, enriching his knowledge in endodontics.
Dr. Collins enjoys spending time with his wife - a teacher,his daughter and son,and the rest of his family andfriends.His hobbies include playing guitar or piano,scuba diving, and attending auto shows.
After completion of treatment, you will be instructed to return to your dentist for permanent restoration of the tooth.This is a vital component of treatment because it protects the tooth from breaking and prevents reinfection by the process of sealing the canal space from the oral environment. You will need to see your dentist within a four weeks after root canal treatment is finished.
There are, of course, no guarantees. Root canal or endodontic therapy has a very high degree of success, up to 97%.We will discuss with you the chances of success before any endodontic procedure to help you make an informed decision. If a root canal or endodontic therapy is unsuccessful or fails you still have options.
An endodontist is responsible for the diagnosis and treatment of tooth pain.Endodontic treatment is necessary when the pulp becomes inflamed or infected. The most common reasons for inflammation or infection are deep cavities (caries), repeated dental procedures, cracks or chips. Trauma can also cause inflammation and often shows up as discoloration of the tooth. If pulp inflammation or infection is left untreated, it can cause pain or lead to an abscess. Although the pulp is important during development of the tooth, it is not necessary for function of the tooth. The tooth continues to be nourished by the tissues surrounding it even after the pulp is removed.
Oral pain such as toothaches or cracked / fractured teeth can often be difficult to pinpoint. Because of the vast network of nerves in the mouth, the pain of a damaged or diseased tooth often is felt in another tooth and/or in the head, neck, or ear. An endodontist is a specialist in diagnosing and treating this type of pain.
Pulp damage is sometimes caused by a blow to the mouth, and the endodontist specializes in treating these traumatic injuries. For example, a blow to a child's permanent tooth that is not fully developed can cause the root to stop growing. A procedure called apexification stimulates bone to be deposited at the end of the root which makes it possible to then save the tooth through a root canal procedure. An endodontist is specially trained in procedures for replanting teeth that have been knocked out of their sockets.
Once endodontic therapy is completed your tooth should be examined periodically, usually every 6 - 12 months. This allows us to make sure the tooth has healed or is healing properly. You will be sent a notice via email when we feel it is appropriate to reevaluate the area. Since an abscess may taketwo years to heal, our office will reevaluate the tooth for at leasttwo years. These visits are complimentary. All we ask for is your time to ensure that your teeth are healing.
Occasionally a tooth that has undergone endodontic treatment fails to heal or pain continues despite therapy. Although rare, sometimes a tooth initially responds to root canal therapy but becomes painful or diseased months or years later. When either of these situations occur, the tooth often can be maintained with a second endodontic treatment.
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Rating 4.8 out of 5 based on 20 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestNorm Godwin
2 years ago
Dr. Collins completed a root canal on me yesterday and it was a breeze. I had a misconception that a root canal was another level of pain and it was not any more painful than a filling or other dental procedure that requires a local sedative. I literally had no pain after the local wore off yesterday and didn't even have the usual soreness in my lower jaw from the injection. Additionally Jake does a great job of talking you through the process and it was very educational and helpful. Last but not least - I actually fell asleep before he finished! If you need a root canal, stop suffering and git'r done!
Calen Bacy
3 years ago
I just moved to the Austin area and did not know anyone personally to refer me. I read Dr. collins reviews and trusted them and was very pleased. Honestly it was the most pleasant route canal experience ever. Very quiet technology. Plus he referred me to a great primary dentist. Thanks Dr. Collins.
Coach Hanae
3 years ago
Dr collins was extremely professional and talented! Did not feel any pain at all, and he explained everything before he started and continued to update me through the procedure, I felt very safe and educated about the treatment .The staff are very nice and the place was spotless and very organized, would highly recommend him
Hank Park
3 years ago
I have had pain on lower right 2nd molar for over 2 years. I worried because it already had a crown. I first talked to Jennifer, the office manager, to ask about the clinic and the procedure. She answered long list of my questions with patience and kindness. Dr. Collins was friendly and thorough. He did an excellent job. The whole procedure went as smooth as I could imagine. His assistant and front desk were kind and helpful too.
Stephen Moore
3 years ago
Dr. Collin's, his staff, and their work was superb!
Lacy Michel
3 years ago
Excellent at his craft. I highly recommend him for your root canal needs.
Coach Hanae
3 years ago
Dr collins was extremely professional and talented! Did not feel any pain at all, and he explained everything before he started and continued to update me through the procedure, I felt very safe and educated about the treatment .The staff are very nice and the place was spotless and very organized, would highly recommend him
Ryan Spaulding
3 years ago
I went to Collins Endodontics for a front incisor root canal and internal tooth bleaching. It was definitely a process (9 visits), but 100% worth it! Dr. Collins and his staff are friendly. I never had to wait more than 10 minutes to go back for a treatment. You can even wear their movie glasses that allow you to wait a movie while they are working. I hope I never need another root canal treatment, but if I do, I'm go straight to Collins Endodontics.
Hank Park
3 years ago
I have had pain on lower right 2nd molar for over 2 years. I worried because it already had a crown. I first talked to Jennifer, the office manager, to ask about the clinic and the procedure. She answered long list of my questions with patience and kindness. Dr. Collins was friendly and thorough. He did an excellent job. The whole procedure went as smooth as I could imagine. His assistant and front desk were kind and helpful too.
Alex Vlasov
4 years ago
Collins Endodontics raise the bar I had some rare and hard to remove material in root canals. Some of them hadn't been treated at all and some even had a piece of instrument stuck in there. I was told at least three times that it was impossible to treat those teeth and that they had to be extracted. Dr. Collins was finally able to treat them the right way. And I'm really grateful for his professionalism and dedication. I could feel Dr. Collins and his office really care for their patients as they constantly kept in touch with my primary dentist to let him know about the latest updates and discuss any further steps of our treatment plan. They also provided a great deal of support in terms of insurance questions
Sawsan S Williams
4 years ago
Customer experience is huge for me. I would not recommend this practice. You can take my review with a grain of salt since i decided to go with a different endodonist but wanted to share my experience in hopes that the staff is more sensitive to the customer experience than just the quality of the work. I was referred to this practice as I had deep infections in a few of my teeth with no exact idea why. Emotions were high for me (given that I'm 32 and having issues that usually happen later in life and just business of a working mom). All went well, very standard, until met the specialist. Super cold, didnt answer questions until he completed ALL checks (45mins in), could tell that I'm overwhelmed and told me with a cold face "don't get ahead of yourself here." Just super cold, matter of fact and even a little rude with responses to my questions or comments. I was willing to go back because i just wanted to get everything fixed but they were out of network for me. When they called to schedule the appt for the work, i kindly let them know that they are out of network to which the receptionist tone completely switched.
Ryan Spaulding
4 years ago
I went to Collins Endodontics for a front incisor root canal and internal tooth bleaching. It was definitely a process (9 visits), but 100% worth it! Dr. Collins and his staff are friendly. I never had to wait more than 10 minutes to go back for a treatment. You can even wear their movie glasses that allow you to wait a movie while they are working. I hope I never need another root canal treatment, but if I do, I'm go straight to Collins Endodontics.
Sawsan S Williams
4 years ago
Customer experience is huge for me. I would not recommend this practice. You can take my review with a grain of salt since i decided to go with a different endodonist but wanted to share my experience in hopes that the staff is more sensitive to the customer experience than just the quality of the work. I was referred to this practice as I had deep infections in a few of my teeth with no exact idea why. Emotions were high for me (given that I'm 32 and having issues that usually happen later in life and just business of a working mom). All went well, very standard, until met the specialist. Super cold, didnt answer questions until he completed ALL checks (45mins in), could tell that I'm overwhelmed and told me with a cold face "don't get ahead of yourself here." Just super cold, matter of fact and even a little rude with responses to my questions or comments. I was willing to go back because i just wanted to get everything fixed but they were out of network for me. When they called to schedule the appt for the work, i kindly let them know that they are out of network to which the receptionist tone completely switched.
Alex Vlasov
4 years ago
Collins Endodontics raise the bar I had some rare and hard to remove material in root canals. Some of them hadn't been treated at all and some even had a piece of instrument stuck in there. I was told at least three times that it was impossible to treat those teeth and that they had to be extracted. Dr. Collins was finally able to treat them the right way. And I'm really grateful for his professionalism and dedication. I could feel Dr. Collins and his office really care for their patients as they constantly kept in touch with my primary dentist to let him know about the latest updates and discuss any further steps of our treatment plan. They also provided a great deal of support in terms of insurance questions
Virginia Lee
5 years ago
I greatly appreciate Dr. Collins who is transparent in financials before starting the procedure, which I see as a sign of honesty and integrity. His staff also responds back with possible earlier appointments and reimbursement requests quickly.
John Feinberg
5 years ago
The doctor was excellent! He took time to explain everything and made sure I was comfortable. I'm extremely afraid of the dentist and I've never felt better. He's also very open about financials which helps a ton too. I'm definitely going back to him if needed.
Virginia Lee
5 years ago
I greatly appreciate Dr. Collins who is transparent in financials before starting the procedure, which I see as a sign of honesty and integrity. His staff also responds back with possible earlier appointments and reimbursement requests quickly.
John Feinberg
5 years ago
The doctor was excellent! He took time to explain everything and made sure I was comfortable. I'm extremely afraid of the dentist and I've never felt better. He's also very open about financials which helps a ton too. I'm definitely going back to him if needed.
Riley B
6 years ago
Very pleased with Dr Collins and his office. Needed a root canal looked around at the reviews and skipped my dentist's referrals choosing Dr. Collins instead. That was more than a year ago. Cost effective and younger guy maybe early 40s or younger, nice new office, modern technology, kept me informed during the work. Just referred a family member to him today. Much appreciated, Riley
Riley B
6 years ago
Very pleased with Dr Collins and his office. Needed a root canal looked around at the reviews and skipped my dentist's referrals choosing Dr. Collins instead. That was more than a year ago. Cost effective and younger guy maybe early 40s or younger, nice new office, modern technology, kept me informed during the work. Just referred a family member to him today. Much appreciated, Riley
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