DENTIST NEAR KRUM

Todd Balington, DMD

Dr. Balington is passionate about helping families near Krum improve their daily lives by enhancing their dental health. His educational career started at the University of Florida, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree. He then went on to earn a Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) advanced degree from Nova Southeastern University College of Dental Medicine.

After graduating and becoming licensed, Dr. Balington began his dental career in Lake Wales, Florida in 2006. But he moved to Dallas/Fort Worth in 2009 and hasn’t looked back! Today, Dr. Balington offers a complete menu of services to meet the unique needs of his patients and is experienced working with people of all ages.

In fact, Dr. Balington is particularly passionate about children’s dentistry, so it’s no surprise that he is also looking forward to starting his own family in the area with his fiancée, Debby, who works as an Intensive Care Unit nurse at Dallas Methodist Hospital. When he’s not in the office near Krum helping to improve people’s smiles, he enjoys spending time with his loved ones and friends, traveling, and exercising to stay healthy.

Naveen Karim, DDS

Dr. Karim is originally from Copenhagen, Denmark, but today, she proudly serves local families near Krum by providing quality periodontal services to help them build and maintain the happiest, healthiest versions of their smiles.

Dr. Karim initially graduated from University of Texas at Dallas, then pursued her dental doctorate from the Baylor College of Dentistry. Today, she has 4+ years of experience in this field, and feel incredibly rewarded every time she helps improve someone’s dental health or save their teeth.

Dr. Karim strives to build lasting relationships with patients near Krum, so she takes the time to get to know your unique concerns and goals, then uses advanced technology to provide treatment plans tailored to address them. She believes that establishing trust can go a long way towards helping people feel comfortable undergoing treatments needed to protect and preserve their teeth and gums.

Perhaps because she enjoys working with people so much, Dr. Karim also speaks 5 languages to facilitate communication. When not at work, you might find her enjoying time with her husband of 10+ years and their son. She also enjoys biking, watching movies, traveling, and enjoying new flavors at restaurants she hasn’t tried before.

I Need A Checkup & Cleaning

The American Dental Association recommends having a routine examination and cleaning every 6 months to prevent common dental concerns, like cavities and gum disease. Our team near Krum welcomes patients of all ages, and we include an oral cancer screening as a standard part of routine appointments to help catch it early enough to improve potential prognoses. We might also recommend a topical fluoride treatment, especially for children, to help strengthen your enamel at the end of your visit.

I Want To Enhance My Smile

One of the first things other people notice about you is the quality of your smile, and it’s natural to want to make a positive impression. If you’re feeling self-conscious about imperfections, such as chips, cracks, stubborn stains, or mild misalignments, you might benefit from one or more cosmetic procedures.

Our practice near Krum offers a variety of services, including veneers, direct bonding, metal-free restorations, and in-office and take-home professional teeth whitening solutions to help you achieve your smile goals.

I Have a Cavity/Broken Tooth

Historically, oral healthcare providers relied on metallic amalgam to treat damaged or decayed teeth, but today our compassionate providers use resilient, tooth-colored materials that can be customized to match your natural enamel for more lifelike results.

For instance, we offer tooth-colored fillings that can often be completed in a single, hour-long visit. We can also provide standard dental crowns made from resilient ceramic, as well as E4D one-visit restorations using state-of-the-art software and an on-site milling machine to reduce potential wait times.

I Am Missing One Or More Teeth

Tooth loss can make once-basic tasks, like eating, speaking, or smiling confidently, much more challenging. Thankfully, Dr. Balington and Dr. Karim offer multiple solutions to help rebuild your smile and can devise an appropriate treatment plan based on your unique circumstances and the number of missing teeth.

For instance, we might recommend dental implants to replace a single lost tooth, while a dental bridge can be ideal for closing wider gaps left by one or more consecutive missing teeth. We can also provide custom-fitted partial or complete dentures to replace some or all of your missing teeth.

I Am Concerned About Gum Disease

The earliest stage of gum disease, gingivitis, can sometimes be halted or reversed by flossing more consistently at home. But if your condition has already progressed, you’ll require professional intervention to address it.

Dr. Karim is an accomplished periodontist and offers options like a two-part deep cleaning (scaling and root planning), soft tissue laser therapy, and/or antibiotics to eradicate harmful germs that cause the disease, remove unhealthy materials, and encourage your connective tissues to bond with your enamel.

I Am In Pain & Need Help

Dental emergencies often happen when you least expect them, so our team near Krum sets aside time for same-day appointments to handle urgent issues as they arise. We also offer nitrous oxide sedation, commonly known as laughing gas, to help ease anxiety while helping you feel calm and comfortable throughout your visit.

We’ll examine your mouth and may need to take diagnostic X-rays or other images to determine the main problem and the extent of any damage done. Then, we’ll provide a customized treatment plan for your approval. Whether you require a root canal or some other service, we’ll walk you through the details so you know what to expect before we proceed.

We Welcome Dental Insurance

o Do you have dental insurance? If you answered “yes,” then your provider may cover the cost of preventive care as well as a portion of the price of restorative treatments. So, don’t hesitate to provide us with your membership information when you call to schedule your appointment! Our team at Denton Dental Center is proud to work with several of the nation’s leading providers, including Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, and Cigna. As a result, we can help you navigate the ins and outs of your coverage and utilize any available benefits that you have.

We Happily Accept Flexible Financing

o It’s estimated that roughly 50% of patients don’t have dental insurance. If you’re in that boat, then consider flexible financing with CareCredit! This trusted third-party financier offers convenient payment plans so you don’t have to pay for the entire cost of your treatment plan in one lump sum. Instead, you can break it up into smaller, more manageable chunks that fit within your budget comfortably. If this sounds like the financial solution you’ve been looking for, then give us a call so we can provide further details and show you where to sign up.

We Have an In-House Membership Plan

We Extend Periodic Special Offers