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HOUSE RESOLUTION

 
2    WHEREAS, There are over 350 specialized dentists, known as
3endodontists, in Illinois; and
 
4    WHEREAS, Endodontists are dental experts who are
5highly-skilled in diagnosing and treating tooth pain and
6performing root canal treatment; they complete three years of
7specialized training beyond dental school; additional training
8focuses on diagnosing tooth pain and performing root canal
9treatment and other procedures relating to the interior of the
10tooth; in many cases, a diseased tooth can be saved with
11endodontic treatment; and
 
12    WHEREAS, Endodontists have incredible precision and
13hand-eye coordination, making them highly skilled in
14performing complex treatments; they use the most current and
15advanced technology to treat dental patients; no one is better
16at saving a patient's natural teeth; and
 
17    WHEREAS, Endodontists perform many other endodontic
18treatments and surgeries, address traumatic dental injuries,
19and place dental implants; their goal is to save a patient's
20natural teeth whenever possible; however, an endodontist will
21look at all treatment options to determine the best course of
22action for each individual case; and
 

 

 

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1    WHEREAS, Endodontists limit their practice solely to
2endodontic treatments, performing an average of 25 root canal
3treatments a week; specialized treatment will give patients the
4best outcome, and they will heal faster; for this reason,
5dentists and endodontists often work as partners in care so
6that the best member of the dental team is handling each
7appropriate issue with a patient's teeth; and
 
8    WHEREAS, Poor oral hygiene can lead to other health
9problems; regular dental visits, flossing, brushing thoroughly
10at least twice a day, and refraining from foods and habits that
11can cause cavities are important steps for maintaining the
12overall health of one’s gums, teeth, and mouth; therefore, be
13it
 
14    RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ONE
15HUNDRED FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that
16we declare May 2019 as Save Your Tooth Month, recognize the
17endodontists who are dedicated to saving patients' natural
18teeth, and encourage citizens of Illinois to practice good oral
19hygiene.