Founders Endodontics is a veteran-owned specialty practice combining advanced technology with compassionate, patient-first care to make your treatment comfortable and stress-free.
Dr. Sean Fitzgibbons founded Founders Endodontics in Fredericksburg, Virginia, the hometown where he grew up and now raises his family. A Marine Corps veteran and valedictorian of his dental class, he completed advanced endodontic training at The Ohio State University before returning home to build a practice focused solely on endodontics.
Every detail at Founders Endodontics, from the thoughtfully designed treatment rooms to the relationships built with patients and referring dentists, reflects a commitment to care that feels personal. Patients can expect clear communication, genuine attentiveness, and a team that treats each visit as more than a procedure.
Endodontic care can feel unfamiliar. Dr. Fitzgibbons takes time to walk through each step so you arrive informed and at ease.
Call the office to share your symptoms and any relevant dental history. Dr. Fitzgibbons reviews your information so your appointment can begin without delay.
Dr. Fitzgibbons examines your tooth, explains the diagnosis clearly, and discusses your treatment options before any procedure begins. Sedation options are available if you have concerns about comfort.
Ask the office about follow-up care, what to expect during recovery, and any questions about next steps. Dr. Fitzgibbons is glad to address concerns before you leave.
From root canal therapy and retreatments to emergency care and sedation options, Founders Endodontics offers focused treatment to relieve pain and preserve your natural tooth.
Clean, disinfect and seal an infected tooth so you can keep it. Most treatments finish in one visit.
A second, non-surgical cleaning for a treated tooth that has not healed or has become sore again.
Time held open every day for severe tooth pain, swelling, and cracked or injured teeth.
Local anesthesia, laughing gas or oral sedation to help nervous patients stay calm and comfortable.
Root-end surgery (apicoectomy) that can save a tooth when infection remains after a root canal.
Fast care for teeth that are knocked out, pushed out of place or injured, for adults and children.
Finding how far a crack goes, so the tooth can be treated before it is lost.
Have a question about a specific treatment? Call the office or send a request and the team will help point you in the right direction.
Dr. Fitzgibbons founded this practice to bring focused, precision-driven endodontic treatment to the community he grew up in.
Ready to meet Dr. Fitzgibbons? Request an appointment and we will be in touch to confirm your visit.
Here is what patients in the Fredericksburg area can expect when they choose Founders Endodontics.
Dr. Fitzgibbons uses operating microscopes and advanced magnification to see anatomy that standard equipment cannot, improving accuracy at every step.
Patients who feel anxious about treatment can ask about sedation options, including nitrous oxide and oral conscious sedation, to help them stay relaxed.
Dr. Fitzgibbons completed graduate-level endodontic training at The Ohio State University and focuses exclusively on this field, bringing focused expertise to every case.
Appointment slots are held each day for patients with severe tooth pain or dental trauma. Call the office to ask about current availability.
A welcoming, thoughtfully designed office built to put patients at ease from the moment they walk in.
Have something else on your mind? The office is glad to help.
Discomfort during treatment is a common concern, and it is one Dr. Fitzgibbons takes seriously. Local anesthesia is used for every procedure, and nitrous oxide or oral conscious sedation are available for patients who want extra reassurance. Most patients are surprised by how manageable the experience is. See the services page for more on sedation options.
Dr. Fitzgibbons walks through what he is doing and why at each stage of the appointment, so you are never left guessing. The goal is for you to feel informed and in control from the moment you sit down. If you have questions before your visit, the contact page is the best place to start.
Founders Endodontics is a focused specialty practice where attentive, unhurried care is the standard. Dr. Fitzgibbons and his assistants are known for a warm, respectful approach that puts patients at ease. You will not feel rushed, and your questions are always welcome.
Time is reserved each day for patients with urgent needs, including severe tooth pain, dental trauma and cracked teeth. Call (540) 408-0020 to ask about current availability for an emergency appointment. The sooner you call, the sooner the office can help.
Dr. Sean Fitzgibbons, DMD, MS, is a Stafford, VA native and Marine Corps veteran who earned his dental degree as valedictorian at UNLV and completed advanced endodontic training at The Ohio State University. He founded Founders Endodontics to bring that level of training home to the Fredericksburg community. Learn more on the about page.
Use the request form on this page or call the office directly at (540) 408-0020. For urgent concerns, calling is the fastest way to reach the team and ask about current availability.
Fill out the form and the Founders Endodontics team will follow up to confirm your appointment details.
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