A root canal is one of the most common dental procedures with well over 14 million performed every year.This simple treatment can save your natural teeth and prevent the need for more costly dental implants or bridges.
With the appropriate care, endodontic treatment may allow your tooth to last as long as your other natural teeth. However, a tooth that has received endodontic treatment may fail to heal or pain may continue to exist. Sometimes, the pain may occur months or years after treatment. If so, endodontic retreatment may be needed.
Generally, a root canal is all that is needed to save teeth with injured pulp from extraction. Occasionally, this non-surgical procedure will not be sufficient to heal the tooth and your endodontist will recommend surgery. Endodontic surgery can be used to locate fractures or hidden canals that do not appear on x-rays but still manifest pain in the tooth. Damaged root surfaces or the surrounding bone may also be treated with this procedure. The most common surgery used to save damaged teeth is an apicoectomy or root-end resection.
Injuries to the mouth can cause teeth to be pushed back into their sockets. Your endodontist or general dentist may reposition and stabilize your tooth. Root canal treatment is usually started within a few weeks of the injury.
Cracked teeth demonstrate many types of symptoms, including pain when chewing, temperature sensitivities, or even the release of biting pressure. It is also common for pain to come and go, making it difficult to diagnose the cause of discomfort.
Chewing can cause movement of the cracked pieces of your tooth, and the pulp within the tooth becomes irritated. At the same time, when biting pressure is released, the crack can close quickly, resulting in sharp pain. Eventually, the pulp will become damaged and tooth will consistently hurt, even when you are not chewing. It is possible that cracks can lead to infection of the pulp tissue, which can spread to the bone and gum surrounding the problematic tooth.
Dr. John E. Galsterer D.M.D. was born and raised in Saginaw, Michigan. Upon completing undergraduate studies at MSU, John went south and completed Dental School at the Medical University of South Carolina in 1996. After dental school John worked as an associate general dentist at Indian River Family Dentistry where he practiced for one year. In 1997, John attended The University of Michigan where he completed an Endodontics Residency in 1999.
Since graduation John has focused on his work at Galsterer Endodontics with special attention to pain management and the numbing of his patients to ensure comfortable treatment. John is an active and long time member of The American Association of Endodontists, The American Dental Association and The Michigan Dental Association.
Reviews
Rating 4.8 out of 5 based on 48 reviews
Sort by
newest oldest highest lowestAngela Pries
a year ago
I would give 100 stars if I could! My dentist was out of town and I was in a tremendous amount of pain. My dentist spoke with the office here and I was given an appointment the same day. Dr Galsterer and Beth were so amazing and so kind. He was able to help relieve so much of my pain that day. When I returned to have the root canal finished it went so smoothly. I am thoroughly impressed with everyone at this office and I would confidently recommend them to anyone.
Kelly Krueger
2 years ago
What a wonderful experience! Starting out with the front desk being so nice as soon as you walk in the door, then to the back with the amazing support staff that are so sweet and thorough, and finally Dr John E Galsterer! This man is so AMAZING!!! He is so kind, gentle and caring! Explained every single step on what is happening and what to expect and feel. He knows his stuff and pays attention to detail. Thank you for making a root canal feel so simple!! You're the best!
Gary Fehn
2 years ago
John went out of his way to schedule me to fix my tooth. His entire staff was friendly, courteous, respectful, and made getting a root canal as tolerable as possible. Seriously, was easier than getting a filling put in. While I do not wish to ever get one again, John and his staff will be the first ones I go to for my next root canal! Sincere thank you for all the help you were.
Judith Adams
2 years ago
Excellent, fast service and amazing, friendly staff. No pain for root canal.
Concerned American
2 years ago
Horrible job didn't remove all the decay. Crown didn't fit had bad gap. Never felt right and did nothing to resolve it. Make the drive to a real caring center.
Kristy Victor
2 years ago
Best experience I could possibly ask for while getting a root canal!! Dr Galsterer did a root canal on both my daughter and I in the last month. I can NOT beleive I have been putting this off for 10 years. The doc and the assistants and office staff are so fun, friendly, and knowledgeable. Doc lets you know what he is doing every step of they way and the whole root canal only took him 15 minutes!! Almost no pain after, just minimal swelling because ours were infected. They tell you to use tylenol and motrin after but we did not need it. If you are putting this off due to fear or anxiety or your worried about the pain JUST DO IT!!!
Walter Masley
2 years ago
We are blessed to have such a wonderful orthodontist in our area who loves his work and patients.
Kameron Briggs
2 years ago
The business is run by a very good man. The reputation he has on Google is well deserved. I can't compare the quality of his work to anything, as I'm not an orthodontist, but his treatment of his clients is the best among any business I've encountered.
Meaghan Heck
2 years ago
First time here , And I am Speechless , John G. Is Amazing and staff , they were so kind at front desk to me And The root canal procedure was amazing, from how he explained everything to me, to numbing me, and I chuckled a bit it was to cute and sweet , how kind John and his staff is when they are numbing you etc they are cheering you on and positive and kind , such good bedside manners . And oh my gosh it didn't even take that long to have the procedure, and today I have been doing well he cured the tooth pain I was having. I honestly am Speechless I really had the best experience ever, and I love how it's a simple little material to place in mouth, and I can be relaxed while he work on the tooth. I referred This place to my friend and others, my friend said she definitely wants to look into coming here, because where she went for a root canal won't say names , she said the person hurt her with the needle and she broke down and he yelled at her cause he had the needle in her mouth. I told her , She should Definitely Come to Galsterer Endodontics, I swear this was hands down the most AMAZING place, I will definitely only come here in the future for when I need root canals. Thank You John and Staff BEYOND AMAZING.
Epic gamming
2 years ago
The Dr. is just so nice and great at making u feel at ease !! Very sweet spirit and them front desk girls are the bomb!!! Very nice !! Clean and beautiful office and congrats on going paperless!!!!
Chris Pryor
2 years ago
Nicest dentist there is in all the land. He always lets you know what to be prepared for which eases your concerns. Staff is extremely nice as well. Great dentist!
Andrey Kloka
2 years ago
Dr. John did a fantastic job. I went in for two root canals and was in and out, with barely any pain (accept when they numb the roots) but that's a given. Three days later now, and the pain is very manageable and I am back to semi solid foods with no pain from chewing besides the occasional ibuprofen I take. Great experience and will go here for any future endodontic work. Thanks John!
Charles Haas
2 years ago
I was having terrible tooth pain over Thanksgiving weekend on a tooth my dentist already said needed to have a root canal. I called the office Monday morning and the front desk lady was extremely nice and was able to get me in the same day! I never thought I would "enjoy" a root canal, but the team here is so amazing I can't say enough about how great the experience was. Completely painless during the entire procedure and dr and staff do a great job of walking you through all the steps and making sure you are comfortable the entire time.
Stacie Fassett
2 years ago
Third visit here for me and my child. I think the doctor books 3 or 4 patients at the same time, so the wait time while he goes patient to patient is extremely long.
ALJ Social
2 years ago
I was SOO scared to get a root canal but Dr. G was AMAZING! If you're reading this review concerned about pain - there is none! Even through the healing process the worse I felt was a slight soreness in the jaw which went away after 3-5 days. Such an awesome experience - quick, painless, and with the best dental assistants!
Shannon Lafave
2 years ago
5 stars hands down! I have never been to a more professional, friendly office in my life. The staff was great and Dr. was simply awesome!! Keep up the great work!
Jason C
2 years ago
Doctor Galsterer is by far and away the best there is. He REFUSES to let his patients feel any discomfort. His office is immaculate and honestly so is his staff. He's lucky to have them! He has done several root canals for my family and me and this review is long over due. His professionalism shines through the moment he starts working on you. I have insanely long roots and he is the only one that can fix me up! Thanks doc!!!
Jack Hertel
2 years ago
I was sent to Dr Galsterer to get a root canal. I was scared to death. Dr Galsterer calm demeanor immediately put me at ease. As a consummate professional Dr Galsterer professionally evaluate my tooth and concluded that I didn't need to spend money with him. Rather than needing a root canal I need a crown which my regular dentist can do. He could have easily done the root canal anyway. I have the utmost respect and appreciation for his gentle manner and professionalism.
OG
2 years ago
Had a root canal done here when I was 7yrs old. Best experience I've had at the dentist!
Robert Bruno
2 years ago
Galsterer made getting a root canal a breeze. As much of a breeze they can be anyway. Any worries, and anxious feelings you may have about coming here, let them fly out the car window on the way in. I wish he performed traditional dental work, I would drive to Saginaw (from Midland) any day to have dental work performed by him! Friendly, caring staff too. The energy in this medical office is very caring, and welcoming.
Load more