Gary R. Middleton, II, DDS

A practical look at the clinical flow, patient handoffs and operating discipline behind a well-run on-site endodontic day. THE KEY IDEA On-site endodontics is not simply a specialist performing root canals in a different building. ...

On-site endodontic care brings specialist treatment into the general dental practice on scheduled clinical days. The difference is not the specialty itself. It is how specialty care is delivered, how many handoffs the patient experiences, ...

For most general dental practices, referring endodontic treatment to an outside specialist has long been the default. That model remains appropriate in many situations. But as a practice grows, there can come a point when ...

Is a traveling endodontist the right fit for your practice? Dental equipment isn’t cheap, and when it’s not in constant use, it can feel like a costly investment collecting dust. Many practices refer out endodontic ...

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Randy Middleton, DDS on August 4, 2026 A traveling endodontist is a root canal specialist who provides endodontic treatment directly inside a general dentist’s office on a scheduled basis, rather than ...

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Randy Middleton, DDS on August 4, 2026 Successfully integrating a traveling endodontist into your practice comes down to a handful of steps done in the right order: choosing a specialist whose ...

Ways to provide quality care for your patients. Delivering quality care is your top priority as a dentist, but it’s also important to focus on the dental patient experience. These more qualitative criteria play a ...

Let’s be honest—every business owner is in business to make money. And when that goal aligns with delivering outstanding service, it’s a win-win. In a dental practice, that means providing exceptional patient care while taking ...

We all know that networking helps grow a business, but let’s be honest—who has the time (or energy) to attend every event? Between patient care, managing a practice, and trying to have a personal life, ...

Better Conversations, Better Case Acceptance When patients hear they need a root canal treatment or tooth extraction, their first reaction is often hesitation—or outright fear. Many assume extractions are the simpler, more affordable option, while ...