We are specialist members of the American Association of Endodontists. We look forward to being of service to you. Our expert team, led by respected endodontic specialists William C. Cliff, DDS, MSD and June Chang DDS include an experienced endodontic staff. We provide the highest standard of professional care in a friendly, comfortable environment. Our team of endodontic specialists offer the finest endodontics in Fremont and Castro Valley, California.
We hope that the information provided here answers many of your questions about endodontic treatment. If you would like additional information, please dont hesitate to contact us at our Fremont (510) 794-6600 and Castro Valley (510) 581-6600 offices. We will respond promptly.
William C. Cliff, D.D.S., M.S.D. born and raised in the East Bay community of San Leandro, California. After graduating from San Leandro High School, William attended The University of California In Santa Cruz. William is a dental graduate of Case Western Reserve University School of Dentistry. He practiced dentistry in Fremont for three years prior to his endodontic residency program.
Dr. Cliff received his specialty Certification in Endodontics and Masters Degree again from Case Western Reserve University. He has taught at the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry and has published in The California Dental Association Journal. He and his wife Natalie enjoy their 5 children Calvin, Chaye, Chad, Cecily, and Carlee as well as family and good friends.
June Chang, D.D.S. was born in Taiwan and was raised in Northern Californias Bay Area. She earned her Bachelors Degree in Biological Sciences and Minors in Psychology and Art History from the University of California, Irvine. During her postgraduate studies at Northwestern University, her research involved finding and studying de novo Genetic Suppressors of HIV-1 Viral Protein R. Dr. Chang received her Bachelors in Dental Science and her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 2004, graduating cum laude from the University of Illinois at Chicago, and received election into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society. She returned to the Bay Area and completed a General Practice Residency at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in San Francisco. Dr. Chang received her certificate and finished her specialty training in Endodontics at The University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. She is a member of the American Association of Endodontists, Northern California Academy of Endodontics, California Dental Association, and the American Dental Association.
Dr. Chang enjoys photography, world travel, hiking, reading and art. Dr. Chang hopes to be certified in scuba diving and among the many, dive the Great Barrier Reef off the coast of northern Queensland, Australia.
If you are not already familiar with Mission Hills Endodontics, please allow us to introduce ourselves. We provide one-visit microsurgical endodontic care. We strive to provide superior care in a tranquil, comforting, easy and professional environment. We utilize the most modern equipment, including digital radiography, operating microscopes and the newest available surgical instrumentation.
A root canal is one of the most common dental procedures performed, well over 14 million every year. This simple treatment can save your natural teeth and prevent the need of dental implants or bridges.
At the center of your tooth is pulp. Pulp is a collection of blood vessels that helps to build the surrounding tooth. Infection of the pulp can be caused by trauma to the tooth, deep decay, cracks and chips, or repeated dental procedures. Symptoms of the infection can be identified as visible injury or swelling of the tooth, sensitivity to temperature or pain in the tooth and gums.
When your root canal therapy has been completed, a record of your treatment will be sent to your restorative dentist. You should contact their office for a follow-up restoration within a few weeks of completion at our office. Your restorative dentist will decide on what type of restoration is necessary to protect your tooth. For the first few days after treatment, your tooth may feel sensitive, especially if there was pain or infection before the procedure. This discomfort can be relieved with over-the-counter or prescription medications. We are available at all times to respond to any questions you may have.
How much will it cost? The cost associated with this procedure can vary depending on factors such as the severity of damage to the affected tooth and which tooth is affected. In general, endodontic treatment is much less expensive than tooth removal and replacement with an artificial tooth.