Endodontist · Coral Springs, FL
Board-Certified Endodontist for Coral Springs Patients
Second opinions and complex cases, worth the drive north.
Dr. Glen B. Mitchell, DDS, Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics · Updated: November 15, 2026
Dr. Glen B. Mitchell is a board-certified endodontist who treats Coral Springs patients at 900 Glades Road in Boca Raton, reached by US 441 north or the Sawgrass Expressway and Turnpike to Glades Road. Patients often come for second opinions, failed root canals and cracked teeth that call for retreatment, microsurgery or 3D CBCT diagnosis.
Diplomate
American Board of Endodontics. Verify it in the AAE “Find an Endodontist” directory.
30+ years
Practicing endodontics in Manhattan, Long Island and now Boca Raton.
25 vs. <2
Root canals per week: endodontists vs. general dentists (AAE).
Same day
Weekday visits held for patients in pain. Reports go to your dentist the same day.
Second opinions & complex cases
Why Coral Springs Patients Drive to Boca for a Specialist
Coral Springs has endodontists, and for a simple root canal a closer office may be the right choice. Patients drive to us for harder problems: a root canal that has failed, a tooth they’ve been told to extract, or a crack no one has been able to pin down. Board certification and 3D imaging make the difference.
Failed root canals
Retreatment can often save a tooth whose earlier root canal has become reinfected.
Second opinions
A specialist exam with cone beam CT may show an option besides extraction.
Microsurgery
Apicoectomy treats the root tip directly when retreatment isn’t suitable.
Board certified
Dr. Mitchell is a Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics.
Inside Our Boca Raton Office
Operating microscope
Magnification and bright light help Dr. Mitchell find small extra canals and fine cracks.
3D cone beam CT
A 3D scan of the tooth and surrounding bone, taken in our office when a regular X-ray isn’t enough.
Waterlase laser
Laser energy and water spray help disinfect the canal system during treatment.
Diagnosis first
Root Canal, Retreatment or Extraction: Which Do You Need?
Pain that lingers after hot or cold, throbbing at night, pain when biting or a gum bump usually points to an infected nerve or a failed root canal. The right treatment may be a first root canal, retreatment, microsurgery or extraction. Dr. Mitchell tests the tooth and takes a 3D scan before recommending any option.
Signs your tooth may need a root canal
- Lingering sensitivity to hot or cold. A twinge that fades in a second or two is usually fine. Pain that hangs on for 30 seconds or more after the coffee or ice water is gone is not.
- Throbbing or spontaneous pain, especially pain that wakes you up at night.
- Pain when you bite or chew, or a tooth that feels “high.”
- A swollen gum, or a small pimple on the gum near one tooth that may drain a bad taste. This is often a sign of an abscess.
- A tooth that has turned darker after an old injury.
- No symptoms at all. Sometimes an infection shows up only on an X-ray or CBCT. That’s why a “quiet” tooth can still need treatment.
When you might not need a root canal
Not every painful tooth needs one. If the nerve is irritated but still healthy, called reversible pulpitis, the right answer may be a new filling and time. A cracked tooth with a healthy nerve may only need a crown. And some teeth are too badly broken or cracked to save. In that case Dr. Mitchell will tell you so, and explain why extraction makes more sense.
Told you need a root canal and not sure? We’re happy to give you a second opinion. Ask about consultation fees when you call.
Treatments
Endodontic Treatments for Coral Springs Patients
We treat the full range of endodontic problems, with particular depth in complex cases: first-time root canals, retreatment of failed root canals, apicoectomy (endodontic microsurgery), cracked-tooth diagnosis and urgent care for tooth pain or injury. Each link below explains the treatment, who it suits and what recovery usually involves.
Root canal treatment
We remove infected or inflamed tissue from inside the tooth, clean and disinfect the canals, and seal them.
Root canal retreatment
For a tooth treated years ago that hurts again or shows new infection. We remove the old filling material, find canals that may have been missed and reseal the tooth.
Endodontic microsurgery (apicoectomy)
When retreatment isn’t the right option, the infection can be removed at the root tip through a small opening in the gum. Dr. Mitchell’s oral surgery fellowship is especially relevant here.
Cracked tooth diagnosis
CBCT helps show how deep a crack runs and whether the tooth can be saved.
Emergency root canal
Same-day weekday visits for severe pain, swelling or a broken tooth.
3D CBCT and Waterlase
In-office technology for more accurate diagnosis and thorough disinfection of the canal system.
Cost & insurance
Root Canal Cost and Insurance for Coral Springs Patients
The fee depends on the tooth, whether it’s a first treatment, retreatment or surgery, and your insurance. Molars and retreatments take longer and cost more. Dental insurance usually pays part of it. We provide a written estimate before treatment and can request a pre-treatment estimate from your insurer, so the cost is clear upfront.
| Question | What to know |
|---|---|
| Which tooth? | More canals mean more time; molars cost more than front teeth. |
| Retreatment or surgery | More involved than a first-time root canal. |
| Dental insurance | Often covered as a basic or major service, up to the annual maximum. |
| Payment | Ask about payment options when you call; we verify your insurance benefits before your visit. |
Second opinions
Getting a Second Opinion on a Failed Root Canal
If a root canal hasn’t healed or you’ve been told a tooth must come out, a second opinion is a reasonable step before you decide. Ask your dentist to send recent X-rays. Dr. Mitchell will test the tooth, take a 3D scan if needed and explain plainly whether it can be saved, and how.
- Retreatment or apicoectomy may save a failed root canal
- A 3D scan can find cracks and missed canals
- We’ll also tell you when extraction is the better choice
- Ask about consultation fees when you call.
Families
Sports Injuries in Coral Springs Kids and Teens
With busy leagues at Mullins Park and the Sportsplex, Coral Springs families see their share of knocked and cracked teeth. A tooth that has been hit can lose its nerve weeks later, even when it looks fine. Act fast after a knocked-out tooth, and have any injured tooth checked within days.
- Knocked-out permanent tooth: keep it in milk and see a dentist within an hour
- Baby teeth are not put back in
- Dr. Mitchell treats young and adult patients; call (561) 368-3636 to discuss your child’s age and injury.
Step by step
What to Expect, From Your First Call to Your Follow-Up
Your visit starts with a phone call and an exam with testing and 3D imaging. Treatment is usually one visit, sometimes two, under local anesthetic; retreatment and surgery can take longer. Most people drive home and resume normal activities the next day. Your Coral Springs dentist then places the crown or filling.
Step 01
Call us
Call (561) 368-3636. Tell us your symptoms and which Coral Springs dentist referred you, if any. If you’re in pain, we’ll aim for a same-day weekday visit.
Step 02
Exam and 3D imaging
Testing, digital X-rays and a CBCT scan if needed. Dr. Mitchell explains what he finds on the screen, and you decide.
Step 03
Treatment
We numb the tooth and place a thin rubber shield (a dental dam) to keep it clean and dry. Then we clean and shape the canals, disinfect them with Waterlase, and seal them. Most visits take about 1 to 2 hours. Some teeth need a second visit.
Step 04
Back to your dentist
We send your Coral Springs dentist a report and images the same day. They place the crown or permanent filling, usually within a few weeks. Don’t put this off: a tooth that isn’t fully restored can break or become reinfected.
Step 05
Follow-up
We’ll ask you back for a quick check later on, to confirm the area has healed.
Directions
Getting to Our Office From Coral Springs
Our office is at 900 Glades Road, Suite 3A, Boca Raton, just east of I-95. From Coral Springs, the quickest weekday route is usually the Sawgrass Expressway north to I-95 north, exiting at Glades Road (Exit 45) and heading east. Traffic on the Sawgrass and I-95 varies, so check live conditions before you leave.
Tooth Savers – Dr. Glen B. Mitchell Endodontics
900 Glades Road, Suite 3A, Boca Raton, FL 33431
Mon–Fri, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm · (561) 368-3636
| Starting from | Route | Weekday drive |
|---|---|---|
| Coral Springs City Hall (Sample Rd) | Sawgrass Expwy north → I-95 north → Glades Rd east | 28–55 min |
| Broward Health Coral Springs | Sawgrass Expwy north → I-95 north → Glades Rd east | 28–60 min |
| West Coral Springs (Coral Ridge Dr & Wiles Rd) | Sawgrass Expwy north → I-95 north → Glades Rd east | 30–65 min |
Typical drive times leaving at 9:00 am on a weekday, from Google Maps. Traffic varies, so allow extra time.
Finding us: Suite 3A, 900 Glades Road. Call (561) 368-3636 if you need help with parking or directions.
We see patients from every part of Coral Springs, including ZIP codes:
Urgent help
Dental Emergency in Coral Springs? What to Do Right Now
Call (561) 368-3636 for severe tooth pain, a cracked or knocked tooth, or swelling limited to the gum; we hold weekday time for patients in pain. For spreading facial swelling, fever, trouble swallowing or breathing, or a head injury, go to the emergency room or call 911 first; a closer dentist may be faster for urgent relief.
Call us at (561) 368-3636 if you have:
- Severe or throbbing tooth pain
- A cracked or broken tooth
- Swelling limited to the gum near one tooth
- A filling or temporary that fell out after a root canal
Go to the ER or call 911 if you have:
- Swelling spreading into your face, under your jaw or toward your eye
- Fever along with dental swelling
- Trouble swallowing or breathing
The nearest emergency department is Broward Health Coral Springs, 3000 Coral Hills Drive.
Knocked out a tooth at the field?
Hold it by the crown, not the root. Rinse briefly if dirty, put it back in the socket if you can, or keep it in milk. See a dentist or endodontist within 30 to 60 minutes; don’t put a baby tooth back in.
FAQ
Coral Springs Root Canal FAQs
Straight answers to what Coral Springs patients ask us most: second opinions, whether the drive is worth it, children’s injuries and cost. If your question isn’t covered here, call (561) 368-3636; our team can review your situation and tell you whether a visit makes sense.
Can I get a second opinion on a failed root canal?
Yes. Have your dentist send recent X-rays, and Dr. Mitchell will examine the tooth, take a 3D scan if needed and explain your options, including retreatment and apicoectomy.
Is it worth driving to Boca for an endodontist?
For a simple root canal, a closer office may be fine. For failed root canals, hard-to-diagnose cracks or a second opinion before extraction, a board-certified specialist with 3D imaging is often worth the drive.
Do you treat children?
We treat dental injuries and root canals in teens and adults. Dr. Mitchell treats young and adult patients; call (561) 368-3636 to discuss your child’s age and injury.
How much does a root canal cost?
It depends on the tooth, whether it’s a retreatment or surgery, and your insurance. You receive a written estimate before treatment.
Is there a board-certified endodontist near Coral Springs?
Dr. Glen B. Mitchell is a Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics, at 900 Glades Road in Boca Raton, via US 441 north and Glades Road east.
Meet your endodontist
About Dr. Glen B. Mitchell, DDS
Dr. Glen B. Mitchell is a board-certified endodontist and a Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics. He earned his DDS at Northwestern University and completed a general practice residency at the VA and University of Michigan hospitals and an oral surgery fellowship at the University of Michigan. He then earned his Certificate in Endodontics at Columbia University. Before moving to Boca Raton he practiced in Manhattan and Long Island. He is a member of the American Association of Endodontists and the Florida Association of Endodontists.
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