The real test of a practitioner is whether their interests in the patient supercede all else, interests which are backed up by competency above and beyond the norm; this describes Dr. Bachman. Dr. Tim Bachman was the second endodontist to re-treat a failed root canal performed by a general dentist in Redmond 2 years prior (lesson: only have root canal therapy done by an endodontist). The first endodontist had all of the latest endodontic equipment, training, microscope, video, etc., in a very posh office. He worked over 3 hours on #15 over two appointments, but was unable to save the tooth and recommended extraction and an implant. On a visit to Dr. Bachman's office for an unrelated issue, to my surprise and relief, Dr. Bachman confidently stated that he could re-treat #15 successfully. His confidence was justified since he spared the tooth, just before the time I had planned to get it extracted! It's always preferable to conserve an existing tooth if at all possible, and that's where Dr. Bachman's focus was placed. His work saved me several surgeries for extraction, implant, sinus lift, etc., plus the ensuing pain, loss of work time, and expense. A heartfelt "Thank-you" to the astute, able Dr. Bachman and his assistant.
out of 5 stars
