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John Boain

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Born and raised in St Louis. Attended Marquette High School and received undergraduate degree from Saint Louis University. Received DDS from Creighton University- School of dentistry in 2006. Completed Medical College of Georgia Maxicourse on implant dentistry in 2010. Recieved Associate Fellow status from the American Academy of Implant dentistry in 2011. Spends most of free time learning and more learning of dentistry's latest advancements and motivating himself as well as the people that surround him. Hobbies include ice hockey, biking, and boating.

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  • Sharecare News
    Sharecare News posted a story about Dentistry:
    Alligator Study Gives Clues to Regrowing Lost Teeth

    TUESDAY, May 14 (HealthDay News) -- Dentists, as it turns out, may have one more reason than the rest of us to be wary of alligators. The toothy reptiles may one day put those who install implants, bridges and dentures out of their jobs.

    Alligators continually make new teeth to replace t...Full Article

  • John Boain
    John Boain answered:
    Are there alternatives to a root canal?
    Of course, but they are not good. The need for root canal therapy means that there is an infection present or potentially going to be infected, therefore you must remove the offending agent, the tooth. You always have the option of doing nothing, but you risk infection and bacteremia (infection...  Full Post
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    John Boain answered:
    How successful are root canals?
    I have read in the literature 85% 10 year success rate if General dentist performs it and 93% if a specialist (endodontist) performs the root canal therapy. This is going off memory from ONE study performed, although I have heard many other results ranging from 85% to 95%. The ADA is a great resource...  Full Post
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    John Boain answered:
    Are root canals painful?
    Most of the horror stories you hear are because the tooth has died off and is causing extreme throbbing pain that radiates and requires a root canal. The root canal procedure itself has minimal discomfort i.e. staying in the dental chair for long time and holding your mouth open. Other than that...  Full Post
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    John Boain answered:
    Should I talk to my dentist if I still feel tooth pain after a root canal?
    Yes. Although some soreness is completely normal. It takes about 5 days to go away. A lot of times the root canal therapy disturbs the tooth and causes an inflammatory reaction that will require additional medication.  Full Post
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    John Boain answered:
    Will having dental root amputation effect how my teeth look?
    It depends where in the mouth we are talking about. Like my collegue said, most of root amps take place on multi-rooted posterior teeth, but can sometimes be necessary on an anterior (smile zone) bridges. In this case the tissue may die back and cause unsightly esthetic issues. Most of the time this...  Full Post
  • John Boain
    John Boain answered:
    Will having dental root amputation effect how my teeth look?
    It depends where in the mouth we are talking about. Like my collegue said, most of root amps take place on multi-rooted posterior teeth, but can sometimes be necessary on an anterior (smile zone) bridges. In this case the tissue may die back and cause unsightly esthetic issues. Most of the time this...  Full Post
  • John Boain
    John Boain answered:
    Should I talk to my dentist if I still feel tooth pain after a root canal?
    Yes. Although some soreness is completely normal. It takes about 5 days to go away. A lot of times the root canal therapy disturbs the tooth and causes an inflammatory reaction that will require additional medication.  Full Post
  • John Boain
    John Boain answered:
    What type of dentist performs root form dental implants?
    A dentist that has proper training surgically as well as prothetically is who will look out for your best interest. Even if the dentist elects not to perform all the procedures necessary for successful implant therapy, you can rest assured he/she is looking out for your interest. The American Academy...  Full Post
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    John Boain answered:
    What medications will I need for a root canal?
    Depends on the situation but anti-inflammatories are usually needed. Antibiotics tend to be over-prescribed but may also be needed depending on the pathogenicity.  Full Post
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    John Boain answered:
    Can I keep taking Plavix while I have a root canal dental treatment?
    Yes, you most certainly can.  The dentist performing the procedue should be able to explain.  Full Post
  • John Boain
    John Boain has posted a blog entry: Dental Implants
    please ask me any question you have about dental implants.  If I can't answer it, I will personally bring your question/concern to the intellectual think tank in Atlanta and ask some of the top implant dentist in the country.
  • John Boain
    John Boain answered:
    Will my tooth be sensitive after a root canal?

    I always tell patients to give it about 5 days to calm down. Also, like any time you stub your toe or jam your finger, you generally stay away from using it. Same thing with a tooth, there is inflammation present and you need to stay away from the tooth for a while. Sometimes the tooth requiring

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