2556 Apple Valley Rd. Suite 150, Atlanta, GA 30319
(404)-264-1944
Everything you need to know before your visit
Welcome to Endodontics of Buckhead, the home of Dr. Mark Barr and Dr. Avni Maru. Whether you're coming for a root canal treatment or to talk about dental implants, we can't wait to welcome you and take care of your smile. The information below should answer your basic questions before your first visit.
We are an unrestricted insurance provider. We collect for the appointment at time of service, submit the claim to your insurance company, and your insurance will reimburse you the covered amount directly.
After scheduling your first appointment, save time by completing our forms at home. Fill them out electronically or print and bring them with you — either way, we'll get you in to see the doctor right away.
Fill Out Electronically Download Printable FormsNo dental insurance or need extensive care? We offer low-to-no interest payment plans through Sunbit Financing to make dental care affordable.
Learn About SunbitPreparing for a procedure or recently had one? View our care guides to know what to expect before and after your visit.
Root Canal Extraction Apicoectomy ImplantFAQs
An endodontist is a dental specialist who focuses on finding, diagnosing, and treating problems that deal with the dental pulp. The dental pulp is a bit of soft tissue located within every tooth where the sensitive nerve resides. When this pulp is exposed to bacteria or trauma, it can cause an extreme amount of dental pain. To become endodontists, Dr. Mark Barr and Dr. Avni Maru completed years of advanced training after graduating from dental school.
This is actually a misconception! Thanks to modern-day dental techniques, including anesthetic and sedation, a root canal is now a safe and comfortable procedure used to relieve severe dental pain, not cause it.
The reason people think the procedure is painful is that it's typically used to treat extremely damaged teeth causing a lot of discomfort. The procedure itself is practically painless. Most of our patients say it was no more difficult than getting a small filling.
Root canals are primarily used to treat teeth that have developed an infection or sustained damage to the dental pulp, where the sensitive nerve is located. When this tissue develops a problem, it can become inflamed and even die, causing a buildup of pressure and pain. The best way to save the tooth and find relief is with a root canal.
Dental implants do something no other treatment does: they restore the root and crown of a tooth. Traditional bridges and dentures only bring back the crown above the gum line, making them less stable and more likely to break down over time. Implants, firmly anchored into the jawbone with a prosthetic root, are extremely strong and can last 30 years or more.
This depends on your particular plan, but many offer benefits for these kinds of restorative procedures. At Endodontics of Buckhead, we gladly accept a long list of dental insurance plans from many providers, and we can help you go over your policy so you know exactly what is and isn't covered. Flexible financing is also available through Sunbit. To learn more, contact us today.