When Is It Time To Have A Tooth Pulled
Sometimes a patient asks, “Can you pull a tooth that needs a root canal?” While extraction is sometimes the only option for a tooth, the goal of a root canal is to save the natural tooth whenever possible. Please be aware this article is for educational purposes only. It would be best to see a…
Read MoreCan A Tooth Infection Be Cured With Antibiotics?
If you are experiencing throbbing pain around a tooth, you may wonder whether you have a tooth infection. If you do, you may also wonder, “can a tooth infection be cured with antibiotics?” Unfortunately, treating a dental infection usually involves much more than antibiotics. Sometimes the best treatment may not include antibiotics at all. To…
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 Do if Your Tooth Breaks. Our Guide:
Even if you take good care of your teeth, accidents happen! Teeth can unfortunately break. The good news is we can help! Take a moment to learn what to do if your tooth breaks. Honestly, we hope you will never need our guide to what to do if your tooth breaks! But if you do,…
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…
Read MoreWhat is an Apicoectomy?
Sometimes patients ask us, “what is an apicoectomy?” If you’re asking about this procedure, it may be because your dental provider recommended an apicoectomy for yourself or a loved one. Perhaps you feel uneasy since you have been struggling with pain for a while. We understand, and we’re here to walk you through the procedure,…
Read MoreWhere to Go for a dental emergency? Our Guide
No matter how carefully we plan, sometimes emergencies happen. While we can’t plan for a dental emergency, we can prepare. We urge all of our patients to take the time to learn where to go for a dental emergency. This information is intended to help you plan for your own and your family’s dental needs.…
Read MoreTop Mouth Problems caused by Stress
Chances are you heard that stress can affect your overall mental and physical health. Sometimes people are surprised to learn that stress also may negatively impact oral health. For many people, this year has been stressful. If you are experiencing stress, you may want to learn more about some of the common mouth problems caused…
Read MoreHow a Pre-Treatment Estimate for Dental Procedures Can Help You Determine the Best Course of Action
At Ballantyne Endodontics, we firmly believe that choosing your dental provider is a highly personal decision. Just like parents take the schools they send their children to extremely seriously, so should you when deciding on which dental provider will perform the services you need. However, too often, patients are meant to feel like they can…
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