What Can I Eat After A Root Canal?
Key Takeaways: Early Post-Treatment Care: Immediately after a root canal, your mouth will likely be numb from anesthesia. It’s crucial to avoid biting your cheek or tongue accidentally. Recommended Foods: During recovery, focus on soft, nutritious foods that won’t irritate your mouth or cause discomfort. Examples include scrambled eggs, yogurt with soft fruit, mashed potatoes,…
Read More5 Myths About Root Canals
Over the years, there have been many myths about root canals. Sometimes these myths get in the way of people seeking treatment that can help end their pain. We want to take a moment to clear up five myths about root canals. As endodontists, we truly believe in root canals and their ability to save…
Read MoreHow Do You Get An Abscess Tooth & What Are The Treatments
Sometimes patients ask us, “How do you get an abscess tooth?” Considering the pain a dental abscess causes, we think it is crucial for everyone to understand the causes and symptoms of an abscess. Too often, people ignore the symptoms as long as they can, which can complicate matters down the road. With prompt dental…
Read MoreWhat Is Considered A Dental Trauma?
As endodontists, we treat patients who have experienced serious dental trauma. We take pride in our ability to get to the root of the problem and relieve patients of pain. About Dental Trauma Sometimes people ask us, “what is considered a dental trauma?” Dental trauma is any kind of injury to the mouth that impacts…
Read MoreWhy Does My Tooth Hurt When I Drink Something Cold?
Key Takeaways: Tooth Sensitivity Indicates Underlying Issues: Tooth sensitivity to hot or cold temperatures is often a sign of underlying dental problems such as enamel erosion, receding gums, cracks in teeth, tooth decay, or abscesses. Common Causes of Tooth Sensitivity: Several common factors contribute to tooth sensitivity, including tooth grinding (bruxism), receding gums due to…
Read MoreWhat to Expect During An Internal Bleaching Treatment?
If you have a discolored tooth that won’t respond to traditional whitening, you may be curious about internal bleaching treatment. You’re right to explore this idea! When a tooth becomes discolored from trauma or a root canal, regular external tooth whitening treatments won’t work. Instead, only internal bleaching can help. This article isn’t a substitute…
Read MoreWhy Should Your Endodontist Conduct a Cold Test for Root Canal Pain?
Patients often ask about the diagnostic tests we perform to make sure we understand what’s happening with your teeth. Since the tooth’s root system is tiny and complex, we use a variety of diagnostic tests to help identify the source of the pain. One of the simplest—and most powerful—is the cold test. Good news: if…
Read MoreTEDx Topics: Dr. Chopra Presents Modern Day Root Canals
Did you know that your teeth are the gateway to your body? Dr. Sonia Chopra wishes more people knew the positive impact of endodontics on their health. That’s why this was one of her primary TedX topics at her recent Tedx Talk. Ballantyne Endodontics founder, Dr. Sonia Chopra, DDS, spoke at TEDxFarmingdale on Long Island…
Read MoreYour Top Root Canal FAQs Answered!
If you just learned that you or a family member needs a root canal, chances are you have some questions. You are not alone. Patients frequently ask questions about root canals and endodontic treatment. We hope this guide on root canal FAQs helps you make informed and empowered choices. It isn’t a substitute for personalized…
Read MoreSurgical vs Non-Surgical Root Canal. Our Guide:
Patients sometimes ask about the difference between a surgical vs non-surgical root canal. We hope this guide clarifies this for you and serves as a guide to help you make the best oral health decisions for yourself or your loved ones. After all, here at Ballantyne Endodontics, we believe in empowering our patients. This article…
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