Endodontic Associates welcomes Dr. Kolber!

Dr. Gregory J. Kolber We are very pleased to introduce the newest member of our team, Dr. Gregory Kolber. Dr. Kolber joins us after practicing for the past three years, including a year in Arizona, and most recently two years as an associate endodontist in the greater Sacramento area. He graduated from UCSF School of Dentistry in 2008, and went on to UCLA School of Dentistry, where he earned his certificate in Endodontics. Dr. Kolber held the distinguished position of chief resident while at UCLA, and continues to teach there on a part-time basis.

He and his wife, Ruthy, have four children, and when not practicing endodontics, Dr. Kolber is happy to wear the hat of husband and dad! Stay tuned for family photos. READ MORE

Frequently Asked Questions

What are symptoms that may necessitate root canal treatment?

If you experience any symptoms such as visible injury or swelling of the tooth, sensitivity to temperature or pain in the tooth and gums, your dentist may recommend non-surgical root canal treatment. Trauma to the teeth, such as fractured or cracked teeth may also require root canal therapy. MORE FAQS

Nothing is as good as your natural tooth!

"Endodontists Put Root Canal Patients at Ease" video courtesy of the American Association of Endodontists

Saving your natural tooth should always be your first choice when dental care is needed. A common dental procedure, a root canal, may enable you to save your natural tooth and avoid the need for more costly alternatives, such as implants or bridges. Endodontists (root canal specialists) are dentists with at least two additional years of advanced specialty dental education in diagnosis and root canal (endodontic) treatment. Because they limit their practice to endodontics, they treat patients with these types of dental problems every day. Endodontists use their advanced training, experience and special equipment in treating patients with both simple and difficult endodontic needs. MORE