When we have to tell a patient that a root canal is needed, the message is not exactly met with enthusiasm most of the time. Patients typically have the misconception that root canal therapy is painful. While root canal remains an involved procedure, modern dentistry has given us the tools we need … [Read more...]
Root Canal Treatments and Why You Should Not Be Scared
The idea of having Dr. Ballard make use of a dental drill during your next dental check-up is enough to make you cringe. However, given that root canal treatments are capable of keeping your teeth from having to be extracted, you’d be happy to go through the drill for as long as you have your entire … [Read more...]