Our Doctor
Meet
Dr. Rob Hochberg, DDS
Dr. Rob grew up outside Philadelphia, and met his wife, Monica, while in dental school. Always looking for the next adventure, they lived and practiced in Pennsylvania, New Mexico, and now finally settled home in Tampa with their growing family.
Dr. Rob attended NYU College of Dentistry in New York City, where he graduated in the top 10% of his class. He stayed on at NYU for two years following dental school, for specialty residency in Endodontics, where he served as chief resident both years. Dr. Hochberg worked on bringing several scientific research papers to publication while in dental school and residency.
Dr. Rob and his family are excited to join this great community and explore everything Florida has to offer. We can’t wait to meet you and learn about your story, too!
Eyes are the windows to the soul. A smile is the mirror of the heart. — Janna Cachola
FAQ
Questions & Answers
An Endodontist is a dental specialist who completed additional post-graduate residency and training in root canal treatment for two years after dental school. Endodontists limit their practices only to root canal treatment, and offer the highest degree of care for your treatment.
A root canal is a treatment used to repair and save a tooth that is badly decayed or infected. The procedure involves removing the damaged or infected pulp, cleaning and disinfecting the inside of the tooth, and then filling and sealing it.
You should see an endodontist if you are experiencing severe tooth pain, prolonged sensitivity to heat or cold, tenderness to touch and chewing, discoloration of the tooth, or swelling and drainage in the gums. Your general dentist may refer you to an endodontist for specialized treatment.
Most people report only mild- to moderate soreness in the area for two to three days following root canal treatment. While every case differs, the vast majority of root canal patients are comfortable using only over-the-counter pain medication, or require none at all.
After a root canal treatment, it is normal to experience some sensitivity or discomfort for a few days. Over-the-counter pain medications are usually sufficient to manage this. You should avoid chewing on the treated tooth until your dentist restores it with a crown or filling.
Every case presents with its own complications or unique features, but most root canal treatments take between 45 minutes to one hour.
