Alderwood Endodontics

Alderwood Endodontics is a highly specialized dental practice located in Lynnwood, WA, dedicated to providing advanced endodontic care. As an endodontics clinic, their primary focus is on the diagnosis and treatment of issues affecting the dental pulp and roots of teeth, with a strong emphasis on saving natural teeth. Their team comprises experienced and respected endodontists, including Dr. Grace H. Wu, Dr. Ashley B. Barrineau, and Dr. Birkin Owart, who are all specialist members of the American Association of Endodontists. Dr. Wu, for instance, is a Harvard graduate with extensive experience in both general dentistry and endodontics, and is proficient in Mandarin Chinese. Dr. Barrineau pursued her endodontic specialization at UCLA, after a general practice residency at the University of Washington. Dr. Owart, having practiced general dentistry, completed his endodontic training at the University of Connecticut. The clinic offers a comprehensive range of endodontic services, with root canal therapy being a core offering. This procedure involves removing diseased pulp tissue to preserve the tooth, often recommended for teeth affected by deep decay, injury, or severe sensitivity. They also specialize in root canal retreatment for cases where initial therapy was unsuccessful. Alderwood Endodontics is committed to utilizing cutting-edge technology to enhance precision, efficiency, and patient comfort. Their advanced tools include Cone Beam CT (CBCT) for highly accurate 3D imaging with minimal radiation, digital radiography for improved diagnostic capabilities and reduced exposure, and surgical microscopes that provide unparalleled magnification and illumination for intricate procedures. They also employ the GentleWave® Procedure, an advanced system for thoroughly cleaning the root canal system. Patient comfort and satisfaction are paramount at Alderwood Endodontics. Numerous patient testimonials highlight the team's professionalism, kindness, and ability to make procedures, often associated with anxiety, as comfortable and pain-free as possible. They maintain open communication with referring general dentists to ensure seamless continuity of care. The clinic's philosophy centers on providing the highest quality of endodontic services promptly, efficiently, and ethically, recognizing their role as an extension of their referring dentists' practices.