My interest and enthusiasm for the field of endodontics was sparked early on in dental school and has only grown stronger since. I do love what I do! I have found that the real joy I experience from endodontics comes from the personal connection with others my wonderful patients and their incredible referring doctors and being part of a treatment team of dental professionals all working together to achieve optimum oral health for you. It is a satisfying feeling to relieve someone of pain and help them maintain a tooth that contributes to their overall health and wellbeing. Shoreline Endodontics is the culmination of my experience and training, but most importantly, it is a practice built on strong communication, compassion, and relationships. I promise to treat you as an individual in an unhurried, focused, and gentle way.
Dr. Allen is a native of Coldwater, Michigan.He grew up working in an old-fashioned root beer standowned by his family for more than 30 years. His time working at Allens Root Beer Drive-In formed the foundation for his work ethic and core values as a future business owner. His family often jokes that his attention to detail andstrong desire for technical excellence wereevident at 14 years old by his commitment to delivering a precisely stacked, perfectly swirled ice cream cone. An achievement that continues to bring him great pride today! While Allens Root Beer Drive-In is no longer the family business, that same comforting feeling of family, in a warm environment, is what we like to call the Shoreline Experience.
Dr. Allen completed his undergraduate studies at Michigan State University in 2004 and received his D.D.S. degree from the University of Detroit Mercy in 2008.Dr. Allen completed a General Practice Residency at the John D. Dingell Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Detroit, Michigan in 2009. During this time, Dr. Allen furthered his education and training in the various dental disciplines but focused the majority of his training in endodontics. In 2009, Dr. Allen returned full-time to academia and completed a two-year residency, receiving his certificate in endodontics and aMasters degree from the University of Detroit Mercy in 2011.
A mentor once told Dr. Allen the most important decision he will make in his career is deciding where to raise his family.Knowing that Michigan would always be home, Dr. Allen could not think of a better place than northern Michigan.Dr. Allen and his family moved to Traverse City after graduation and founded Shoreline Endodontics in 2011.
Dr. Allen enjoys sharing his passion for endodontics with his peers and has hosted various lectures at local dental society meetings and study clubs. He is also proud to serve as a guest lecturer for the dental assisting program at Northwestern Michigan College. He is a Resort District Dental Society leader and a member of the American Dental Association, Michigan Dental Association, American Association of Endodontists, and the Michigan Association of Endodontists.
Providing endodontic care, including root canal therapy, retreatment, apicoectomy, and management of cracked teeth and traumatic dental injuries, in the following cities and surrounding areas: Traverse City, Acme, Suttons Bay, Leland, Northport, Elk Rapids, Grayling, East Jordan, Cadillac, Lake City, Big Rapids, Gladwin, Houghton Lake, Charlevoix, Petoskey, Manistee, Gaylord, Alpena, Mt. Pleasant, Clare, Roscommon
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Rating 5.0 out of 5 based on 160 reviews
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a year ago
Wonderful resolution to a Painful issue!
Rachel Price
a year ago
Dr. Allen was pleasant and informative through the entire process. He was very kind to me and in his interactions with other staff. Not only was the work done well but fairly quick too.
Yvonne Hildebrandt
a year ago
What a great experience at this office! Dr Allen and staff very friendly and helpful. Dr Allen took the time to thoroughly explain what was happening with my tooth. Would highly recommend his office to anyone.
RD Witbeck
a year ago
Very Professional, courteous, and friendly! Didn't feel like I was just another number. Thank you for the care given!
Dougly Dooright
a year ago
My root canal procedure went flawlessly. I am very impressed with Dr. Barrord and her team at Shoreline. Highly recommended!
Lacy Appleton
a year ago
Best care I've ever received! Each staff member is very personable and genuinely cares about the patient. They also got me in the same day when I was in excruciating pain. Thanks shoreline!
Robert Matheson
2 years ago
I hate dental work!! The techs and Dr at shoreline have restored my faith in dentists. They were outstanding. They did a root canal, and not once did I have any pain, including the shots of the numbing drugs. Painless, and I mean completely painless.
Faith Glidden
2 years ago
Whenever I go to a dentist I am usually very tense and have some grip on my phone, however today I went for an appointment and they were very helpful on distracting me and getting my mind off it. I realized I had loosened my grip and actually relaxed for the first time in well I don't remember.
Katie S.
2 years ago
Dr. Allen and Becky did an amazing job, as always! Helped me stay calm and positive throughout my root canal! 10/10 would recommend!
Ken Laprad
2 years ago
I was treated very nice. The procedure went quickly and painless very professional. The staff was very friendly . I would recommend this facility.
Dawn Shively
2 years ago
Thanks for making my dental needs as painless and as smooth as possible! I would highly recommend your office to anyone!
jen Arsenault
2 years ago
I highly recommend Doctor Allen and his staff, great experience!
Craig Ardis
2 years ago
I was the most relaxed in the dentist chair than I ever have been. Reasons: The staff and Dr. Allen's professional approach, calm explanation of the procedure along with their reassurance of the success post procedure. They answered all my questions, gave me recovery instructions along with what to do if I experienced any abnormalities from what they described. They were true professionals. Thank you for your service!
Scott Dunham
2 years ago
Everyone and everything was great!
Mia Bizzigotti
2 years ago
Beautiful office! The staff was so kind, helpful and informative. Dr. Allen was awesome - he explained everything perfectly and I felt very comfortable with him. My root canal literally took less than 30 minutes! I couldn't believe it! Highly recommend!
Dan Vannest
2 years ago
Great staff - great facility - fantastic chair side manners - did great work!
Rebecca Russ
2 years ago
Dr. Allen is absolutely the best Endodontics dentist . He really cared about my concerns and reassured me during every step of my root canal. I will recommend him every time. He definitely went above and beyond to make sure I was ok the whole time. I never felt any pain the whole procedure either ! Thank you Dr. Allen for the best root canal experience.
Ron "B" Andersen
2 years ago
They were amazing Dr. Allen fit me in his very busy schedule. Him and his entire staff treated me with kindness and compassion the entire visit (especially Julie). And my mouth feels so much better. I cannot express enough how grateful I am.
Anna Hetherington
2 years ago
Positively a wonderful experience! I will highly recommend Shoreline Endodontics to anyone who needs this type of service.
Dwight Forsgren
3 years ago
Very well taken care of. Highly recommend. Thank you.
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