Timothy L. Gatten, DDS, MSD

Endodontists handle the parts of dentistry most people hope to avoid—root canals, cracked teeth, and stubborn infections beneath the gumline. These specialists focus on saving natural teeth when decay or trauma threatens the pulp and nerves inside. The work demands precision, patience, and a steady hand, qualities that define the field whether you’re in a big city or a smaller town like Post Falls.

Timothy L. Gatten, DDS, MSD operates from an office at 602 N Calgary Ct UNIT 301, tucked into a low-slung building just off I-90. The practice concentrates on procedures that general dentists often refer out: retreatment of failed root canals, apicoectomies, and emergency care for abscesses or dental trauma. Patients typically arrive with a referral, though some call directly when pain or swelling becomes impossible to ignore.

Directions to the office are straightforward—pull up the map and follow the blue line. For appointments or questions about whether a procedure is necessary, the number is (208) 262-2620. Most people find that once the referral is made, the rest is just a matter of showing up on time.