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Why Does My Tooth Hurt When I Bite But There’s No Cavity?

Why Does My Tooth Hurt When I Bite But There’s No Cavity?

by East Coast Endodontics | May 5, 2026 | Pain Management

If your tooth hurts when you bite down but your dentist says there is no cavity, you are not alone. This is a common situation, and it can be confusing. The truth is that not all tooth pain is caused by decay. Pain with pressure often points to something deeper going...
Understanding Root Canal Treatment: A Guide by East Coast Endodontics

Understanding Root Canal Treatment: A Guide by East Coast Endodontics

by Chelsea Nunez | May 9, 2024 | Infection, Pain Management, Postoperative Care, Preventative Care, Root Canal Therapy

We’ve put together everything you need to know about root canals, from understanding what a root canal is and the procedure itself to achieving pain relief with modern techniques and creating a comfortable experience throughout your root canal. We’ll explore how...
How to Feed Your Child After a Root Canal

How to Feed Your Child After a Root Canal

by East Coast Endodontics | Jun 17, 2019 | Pain Management, Patient Support, Postoperative Care

Root canals are less painful than ever, which is fantastic news for patients of all ages. This includes your little ones. As such, endodontists or dentists may recommend a root canal for your child in order to save an infected tooth. It can surprise some parents to...
Defend Against Cracked Teeth

Defend Against Cracked Teeth

by East Coast Endodontics | Feb 13, 2017 | Complications, Pain Management, Preventative Care

A cracked tooth can cause intense, immediate discomfort. Patients note a variety of symptoms, including erratic pain when chewing or when the tooth is exposed to temperature extremes. The pain in your tooth may come and go, so your dentist might have difficulty...
Why Don’t Modern Root Canals Hurt?

Why Don’t Modern Root Canals Hurt?

by East Coast Endodontics | Jul 5, 2016 | FAQ, Pain Management, Root Canal Therapy

You may have heard that root canals hurt. In fact, they have a reputation for being one of the most painful experiences you can have at the dentist. The fact is, root canals may have been painful a long, long time ago but advancements in medical technology have made...
Diagnosing Tooth Pain

Diagnosing Tooth Pain

by East Coast Endodontics | Oct 14, 2015 | Home Care, Infection, Pain Management

Sometimes it can be hard to know when it’s appropriate to consider tooth pain an emergency. After all, tooth pain often comes and goes, and you don’t want to rush to the emergency dentist every time it flares up. If you or a loved one suffers from tooth pain, check...
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East Coast Endodontics Richmond Locations

Mechanicsville Office

9102 Rutland Greens Way Ste A, Mechanicsville, VA 23116

Phone: (804) 559-3636

Monday-Thursday 8:00am-4:00pm

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Short Pump Office

3400 Haydenpark Ln Suite 202, Henrico, VA.

Phone: (804) 506-3636

Monday-Thursday 8:00am-5:00pm

Friday 8:00am-4:00pm

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Midlothian Office

1149 Jefferson Green Circle, Midlothian, VA 23113

Phone: (804) 838-3636

Monday-Thursday 8:00am-4:00pm

 

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East Coast Endodontics is an Endodontic (Root Canal) Speciality Practice serving the Greater Richmond, VA area. Virginia's first GentleWave provider!

Clear communication, advanced technology, and comp Clear communication, advanced technology, and compassionate care- that’s our promise. Thank you for your five-star confidence in our team. 💙
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🦷 Meet Dr. Richard Sedwick, DDS, MSD As we continu 🦷 Meet Dr. Richard Sedwick, DDS, MSD
As we continue celebrating Save Your Tooth Month 2026, we’re proud to introduce another trusted specialist on our team.
Dr. Sedwick brings years of experience and advanced endodontic expertise to the diagnosis and treatment of tooth pain. Known for his precision and thoughtful approach, he is dedicated to delivering predictable outcomes while keeping patients comfortable and informed throughout their care.
He values strong collaboration with referring dentists and takes pride in providing timely, detailed communication to support seamless patient treatment from start to finish.
At East Coast Endodontics, our shared goal is simple: preserve natural teeth and restore patient comfort with the highest level of care.

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Their support will help ensure that more veterans at Richmond National Cemetery are honored and remembered this holiday season.
We are so grateful to partner with such a wonderful team. #eastcoastendova #comfortablynumb #wreathsacrossamerica #rememberhonorteach
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