Dr. Bradley G Seto D.D.S.
Endodontist | Endodontics
1234 7th St Suite 3 Santa Monica CA, 90401About
Dr. Bradley Seto is an endodonist practicing in Santa Monica, CA. Dr. Seto is a specialist dentist, focusing on tooth pain, root canals and other issues related to the interior part of the tooth. Endodonists can diagnose problems and perform procedures to fix them. Treatment from an endodonist can often save a diseased tooth. Root canal treatment is one of the most common procedures performed by an endodonist.
Provider Details
Dr. Bradley G Seto D.D.S.'s Expert Contributions
Can two root canals on the same tooth be a problem?
Not necessarily. If a tooth needs a second RCT (root canal treatment), it can still be successful when properly restored. Generally, the second RCT can further weaken the tooth and the overall success would be lower than ideal first RCT. The primary future risk is reinfection and loss of the tooth. READ MORE
How to fix cracks in the teeth?
Craze lines on teeth are shallow, common and not significant. Cracks are deeper and can progress like a crack on a windshield. You have to rely on your dentist to guide you when it might be more serious. It can be very difficult to distinguish which will worsen (like the windshield crack). READ MORE
I let a cavity go way too far, and it's causing a lot of pain. What should I do?
See your dentist ASAP. The need for extraction vs. root canal treatment can be determined then. READ MORE
I think I have infected soft pulp tissue in my back tooth. What's the treatment for this?
Pulp tissue is inside the tooth and not visible. You probably have an infection of the gum tissue. This can arise from the pulp or gum tissue. Your dentist should be the first evaluation to screen the problem. The treatment will depend on what is found. READ MORE
What does endodontic retreatment involve?
Essentially the same as initial nonsurgical root canal treatment from the patient perspective. Technically, it is more difficult for the endodontist because the prior treatment materials have to be removed and any procedural problems must be corrected/repaired. To reflect this additional challenge, the duration of time for retreatment is frequently longer than initial root canal treatment. READ MORE
What are the signs of a failed root canal?
Pain to bite/touch and swelling are the typical symptoms of infection arising from a failing root canal treatment (RCT). An conventional X-ray or 3D X-ray could show a "hole" in the bone at the tip of the root also. For chronic infections, there can be a "bubble" on the gum. READ MORE
How successful is an apicoectomy?
Apicoectomy is a highly successful procedure if the tooth has sufficient length and sufficient room to place a good retrofilling. The prognosis is best if there is a definitive deficiency that can be corrected and the tooth is not fractured. READ MORE
Endodontists and root canals?
Endodontists treat all levels of root canal treatment difficulty. The reason your dentist refers you to the specialist can be complex-time availability, difficulty of treatment, condition of the tooth, etc. The endodontist has more training and experience in doing all root canal treatments. Therefore, the specialist can be more efficient, more capable of managing more difficult and varied situations. I would have higher expectations for the final result by the endodontist. READ MORE
Is my tooth infection spreading?
Yes. Please treat the infection. READ MORE
I have a cracked tooth. Does this expose me to an infection?
Yes. And potential loss of the tooth. READ MORE
Is a root canal treatment permanent?
Root canal treatment is permanent in removing the cause of pain and infection. The longevity of the tooth is more dependent on the proper restoration and maintenance of the tooth and supporting structures (periodontium or gums). Recurrence of infection is relatively uncommon when root canal treatment is done by an endodontist but it can happen. READ MORE
Can a root canal have prolonged recovery?
Recovery from root canal treatment is typically back to normal within two weeks. It depends on your symptoms of "not completely recovered." It is also important to know your prior symptoms and how they relate to now. READ MORE
What can be the risks involved in an endodontic surgery?
The common effects of surgery are bleeding, pain, and swelling. There are other risks that are more site specific, i.e., if the infection is close to a nerve or blood vessels or maxillary sinus. There should not be much greater risk of surgery if the diabetes is well-controlled (assuming no other health issues). READ MORE
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Case 10.
- Torsional properties of twisted and machined endodontic files.
- Invasive Candida albicans infections of the oral cavity in immunocompromised patients.
- Comparison of the plaque-removing efficacy of four nonbrushing oral hygiene devices.
- Analysis of endodontic therapy in patients irradiated for head and neck cancer.
- Resin bonded etched cast cingulum rest retainers for removable partial dentures.
- Dental management of acute leukemia.
- Safety of hospital dental treatment for the high-risk patient.
- Mechanism of systemic allergy: report of a case involving an aluminum chloride solution.
- Absence of radiometric differentiation between periapical cysts and granulomas.
Dr. Bradley G Seto D.D.S.'s Practice location
Practice At 1234 7th St Suite 3
1234 7th St Suite 3 -Santa Monica, CA 90401Get Direction
Dr. Bradley G Seto D.D.S.'s reviews
Write ReviewRecommended Articles
![]()
How Atrial Fibrillation Is DiagnosedAtrial fibrillation (AFib) is a condition that disrupts the heart's functions, specifically the heart rate or rhythm. Symptoms can be intermittent, persistent, or permanent in nature, and in some instances they disappear on their own, while other forms require medication to restore normal heart...
![]()
What is Atrial Fibrillation?Atrial fibrillation refers to irregular heart rhythm with rapid heartbeat that affect the blood flow in the body. In this condition, the irregular heartbeat starts in the upper chambers of the heart, the atria. The irregularity in the heart beat results from the problem in the electrical system of...
![]()
Treatment for Parkinson's DiseaseParkinson’s Disease: It Isn't EasyTony led a normal life just like many of us. He was approaching his fifth to sixth decade, and he was the head of an engineering department--capable of making decisions and recalling those decisions. But suddenly, communication with his wife and children was...
![]()
How Can I Manage Tendinitis?How Can I Manage Tendinitis?Tendinitis, the inflammation of the tendon, can cause acute pain and tenderness just outside the affected joints. It commonly affects shoulders, elbows, wrists, and heels. The affected region may have stiffness that restricts movement. It is also characterized by mild...
![]()
Do I Have a Vitamin D Deficiency?If you are a person who does not get adequate exposure to sunshine and also fails to have foods rich in it vitamin D, deficiency is the end result. This is very common in vegetarians, as this vitamin is mostly present in fish and eggs. Many products are now fortified with this vitamin to reduce the...
![]()
How Does Coffee Affect Your Health?Coffee is often a common remedy for hangovers, all-nighters, and drowsiness. Many people believe that coffee is does not benefit an individual's health, and one should avoid drinking it frequently. Yet, most studies reveal that the benefits outweigh the risks for individual's that consume coffee...
Nearby Providers
![]()
Dr. Fanny Yacaman DDS465 N Roxbury Dr Beverly Hills CA 90210![]()
Dr. Vatche Keklikian DDS12202 W Washington Bl Los Angeles CA 90066![]()
Dr. Fred Monempour D.D.S.435 N Bedford Dr Beverly Hills CA 90210![]()
Yigal Zibari DDS1200 ROSECRANS AVE STE 101 MANHATTAN BEACH CA 90266![]()
Ramin Khalili DDS1330 Longworth Dr Los Angeles CA 90049![]()
Dr. Arya Tehrany D.D.S.2933 LAKERIDGE DR LOS ANGELES CA 90068
Nearest Hospitals
SANTA MONICA - UCLA MED CTR & ORTHOPAEDIC HOSPITALl
1250 16TH STREET SANTA MONICA CA 90404PROVIDENCE SAINT JOHN'S HEALTH CENTERl
2121 SANTA MONICA BLVD SANTA MONICA CA 90404MARINA DEL REY HOSPITALl
4650 LINCOLN BLVD MARINA DEL REY CA 90291