TS Oral Health
Endodontics · TMJ & Orofacial Pain Management · Oral Medicine Consultation · Oral Appliance Therapy
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Root Canal Treatment in Calgary
TS Oral Health offers specialist-level root canal therapy in SW Calgary under the care of Dr. Tom Shackleton MS DDS—an endodontic and orofacial pain specialist with 26 years of clinical experience, a Master of Science from USC, and membership in the American Association of Endodontics. Dr. Shackleton uses surgical operating microscopes for magnified, ultra-precise canal visualization, the GentleWave® multisonic irrigation system for superior canal debridement, digital radiography, and cone beam CT imaging—ensuring complete cleaning and shaping of even the most complex root canal anatomies. Patients referred from across SW Calgary, Marda Loop, Killarney, and Richmond Road can trust TS Oral Health for the most advanced non-surgical root canal care available in Calgary.
Endodontics in Calgary
When conventional root canal retreatment is not sufficient, TS Oral Health provides endodontic surgery—including apicoectomy (root-end resection)—for Calgary patients whose teeth require surgical access to eliminate persistent infection. Dr. Shackleton uses surgical operating microscopes and micro-surgical instruments for precise root-end preparation and retrograde sealing under magnification, maximizing the chance of tooth retention. Performed at our Richmond Road SW clinic, apicoectomy by a Diplomate of the American Board of Orofacial Pain with 26 years of specialist experience offers SW Calgary and Calgary patients the highest probability of successful long-term tooth salvage.
TMJ & Orofacial Pain Management in Calgary
TS Oral Health is one of Calgary's most specialized clinics for TMJ disorder and orofacial pain diagnosis and management. Dr. Tom Shackleton—a Diplomate of the American Board of Orofacial Pain and Fellow of the American Academy of Orofacial Pain—brings exceptional diagnostic rigour to complex chronic facial pain, jaw pain, headache, and TMD cases that have often eluded accurate diagnosis elsewhere. Using cone beam CT imaging and evidence-based assessment protocols, Dr. Shackleton identifies the true underlying source of orofacial pain before designing targeted treatment plans—including custom oral appliances and multidisciplinary co-management. Serving patients from SW Calgary, Marda Loop, and across the Calgary region.
Oral Medicine Consultation in Calgary
TS Oral Health provides specialist oral medicine consultations for Calgary patients with unusual, persistent, or diagnostically complex oral conditions. Dr. Shackleton's Master of Science in Oral Medicine from USC and membership in the American Academy of Oral Medicine give him the specialized training to evaluate conditions including burning mouth syndrome, oral mucosal lesions, salivary gland disorders, and other non-dental oral pathologies that fall outside conventional general dental practice. Referring dentists and patients across SW Calgary and greater Calgary can arrange consultations at our Richmond Road SW clinic at (403) 242-9952.
Oral Appliance Therapy in Calgary
TS Oral Health provides precision-fitted oral appliances for patients with TMJ disorders, bruxism, and sleep-related jaw dysfunction managed under Dr. Shackleton's specialist orofacial pain oversight. Unlike generic night guards, appliances prescribed at TS Oral Health are designed with a thorough occlusal and neuromuscular assessment as the foundation—ensuring the appliance is calibrated to your specific bite mechanics and therapeutic goals. Patients from SW Calgary, Marda Loop, Killarney, and Richmond Road area seek Dr. Shackleton's expertise when standard appliance therapy has not provided adequate relief.
Motor Vehicle Accident Dental Injury Assessment in Calgary
TS Oral Health provides medico-legal dental injury assessment services for patients who have sustained orofacial injuries in motor vehicle accidents. Dr. Tom Shackleton's specialist credentials in both endodontics and orofacial pain make him uniquely qualified to assess, document, and treat post-MVA dental trauma—including tooth fractures, pulp injuries, TMJ trauma, and persistent orofacial pain attributable to the accident. Comprehensive assessment reports are provided for insurance and legal purposes. SW Calgary patients who have been involved in motor vehicle accidents can be referred to TS Oral Health at 3919 Richmond Road SW.
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TS Oral Health specializes in three areas: (1) root canal therapy and endodontic surgery—including complex retreatments and apicoectomy; (2) TMJ disorder and orofacial pain diagnosis and management; and (3) oral medicine consultation for unusual or complex oral conditions. Dr. Tom Shackleton's dual specialization in endodontics and orofacial pain is rare in Calgary and makes TS Oral Health the destination for patients with difficult-to-diagnose dental pain or failed root canal treatments.
Dr. Tom Shackleton holds a DDS from Northwestern University and a Master of Science in Oral Medicine and Orofacial Pain from the University of Southern California. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orofacial Pain, a Fellow of the American Academy of Orofacial Pain, and a member of both the American Association of Endodontics and the American Academy of Oral Medicine. With 26 years of specialist practice in Calgary, he is among Western Canada's most credentialed orofacial pain and endodontic specialists.
TS Oral Health is primarily a referral-based specialist practice, and most patients are referred by their general dentist. However, patients with complex dental pain, failed root canals, or undiagnosed orofacial pain can also contact the clinic directly at (403) 242-9952 to inquire about booking an assessment. Dr. Shackleton's office works collaboratively with referring dentists throughout Calgary.
The GentleWave® Root Canal Treatment System is an advanced endodontic technology that uses broad-spectrum acoustic energy and optimized fluid dynamics to simultaneously clean and debride root canal systems—including the complex lateral canals and isthmuses that conventional irrigation techniques often cannot reach. Compared to traditional root canal irrigation, GentleWave® achieves more thorough canal cleaning with less instrumentation, reducing the risk of post-treatment failure. TS Oral Health is one of the few Calgary clinics equipped with this system.
TS Oral Health is open Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 3:30pm. The clinic is closed on Saturdays and Sundays. To book an appointment or be referred to Dr. Shackleton, call (403) 242-9952 or fax (403) 906-4227. Please note that orofacial pain and TMJ assessment booking availability may vary—contact the clinic for current availability.
Yes. TMJ disorder and orofacial pain management is one of Dr. Shackleton's core specialties. As a Diplomate of the American Board of Orofacial Pain and Fellow of the American Academy of Orofacial Pain, Dr. Shackleton has the highest level of specialist training for diagnosing and treating temporomandibular disorders, chronic jaw pain, facial pain, and associated headaches. Please note that TMJ assessment booking availability may be limited—contact TS Oral Health at (403) 242-9952 for current status.
Yes. Dr. Shackleton uses surgical operating microscopes for all root canal procedures at TS Oral Health, providing up to 25× magnification for the most precise visualization of root canal anatomy, fractures, calcified canals, and treatment margins. Combined with CBCT cone beam CT imaging and the GentleWave® system, TS Oral Health's technology stack represents the most advanced endodontic setup available in SW Calgary.
Yes. Dr. Shackleton provides comprehensive medico-legal dental injury assessments for patients who have sustained orofacial injuries in motor vehicle accidents. His dual specialization in endodontics and orofacial pain is particularly valuable for assessing complex post-MVA cases involving tooth trauma, pulp injury, and persistent orofacial pain. Detailed written reports are provided for insurance and legal proceedings.
TS Oral Health is located at 3919 Richmond Road SW, Suite 18, Calgary, AB T3E 4P2—conveniently situated in SW Calgary's Richmond Road area near Killarney, Marda Loop, and Glenbrook. Call (403) 242-9952 to arrange a referral or self-referral appointment with Dr. Tom Shackleton.
Yes. TS Oral Health welcomes referrals from general dentists and other dental specialists throughout Calgary and surrounding areas. Dr. Shackleton works collaboratively with referring practices to provide comprehensive specialist reports and seamless communication about your diagnosis and treatment. Referring dentists can fax referrals to (403) 906-4227 or call (403) 242-9952.
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