Cole Chester, D.D.S.
Dr. Cole Chester originates from Wisconsin and received a Bachelors degree in History from the University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire. After teaching in Asia for several years, Dr. Chester decided to return to the United States to pursue a career in dentistry. He received his Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.) degree graduating with Honors from the University of Maryland School of Dentistry. Dr. Chester is a member of the American Dental Association, the Academy of General Dentistry, and the Maryland State Dental Association. He enjoys painting, glasswork, and hiking with his wife and two spoiled dogs.
Root Canals
What is a root canal?
A root canal is a simple procedure that removes the vital tissue from the inside of the tooth.
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Are root canals painful?
Root canals have a bad reputation. Usually, a root canal is performed to get a patient out of pain. Large cavities, cracks on teeth, tooth infections, and to remove severe pain are all reasons why a root canal is done. Painful root canals are a thing of the past.