Dr. Scott E. Risser, DDS

Root canals aren’t anyone’s idea of fun. But when the throbbing starts, an endodontist becomes the most important specialist in town. Dr. Scott E. Risser, DDS, focuses on saving teeth that might otherwise be lost—handling everything from routine root canals to more complex cases like cracked teeth or retreatment of previous work. The practice also addresses dental trauma and diagnoses tricky oral pain that general dentists might refer out.

Finding the office is simple: it’s at 225 N Notre Dame Ave #2 in South Bend, just north of downtown. This stretch of Notre Dame Avenue is a mix of professional offices and local businesses, with easy access from both the riverfront area and the surrounding neighborhoods. Parking is typically available along the street or in nearby lots, though weekdays can get busier as the workday ramps up.

With a 3.9 rating from 15 Google reviews, the practice reflects the kind of steady, no-frills feedback you’d expect from a specialty provider—patients often leave notes about pain relief rather than plush chairs. Questions about procedures or insurance? The front desk fields calls at (574) 232-5866, though detailed clinical questions usually require an in-person consult.

If you’re mapping out your visit, the directions place the office just a few blocks from the county courthouse. It’s the kind of address you hope to only need once—but if you do, at least it’s centrally located.