Carolina West Dental - Letitia L. Ballance DDS

03/10/2026

Check out our team … back in the day !

At Carolina West Dental, we truly love caring for kids of all ages! From first visits with toddlers to helping teens keep their smiles healthy, watching our young patients grow with confidence in the dental chair is one of the best parts of what we do!

And here’s a fun reminder… our dental team used to be kids too!

The smiles you see caring for your children today were once school pictures, missing teeth, goofy grins, and wild hair days who grew up learning how important healthy teeth are and who remember exactly what it felt like to sit in that chair. 💙

Funny how it works… one day you’re the kid in the photo, the next you’re the one helping the next generation smile. 🦷✨ We love our team!!!
Carolina West Dental in Waynesville accepts patients ages 1-21 from ALL counties with NC Medicaid, Cash and some Private Insurances.

LL Ballance, DDS, PLLC- General Dentistry
828-452-5656 (Se habla español)

03/01/2026

March is here and with the first official day of spring just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to start thinking about a little spring cleaning… and that includes those smiles too!

After a long winter of days, school schedules and cozy treats, now is a great time to freshen up your child’s dental routine and schedule a check-up! A clean, healthy smile is the best way to head into any new season!

Give us a call and let’s get those smiles spring-ready. 🌼🦷
Carolina West Dental in Waynesville accepts patients ages 1-21 from ALL counties with NC Medicaid, Cash and some Private Insurances.


LL Ballance, DDS, PLLC- General Dentistry

828-452-5656 (Se habla español)

03/01/2026

Today we’re celebrating National Tooth Fairy Day! 🧚‍♀️🦷

Losing a tooth is a big milestone and one of the most magical parts of growing up. From wiggly teeth to tiny treasures left under pillows, the Tooth Fairy reminds us that taking care of our smiles is something to celebrate!

At Carolina West Dental, we love helping smiles grow up strong and healthy every step of the way. If your child has a wiggly tooth or it’s time for a check-up, we’re here to help! ✨Give us a call today!✨
Carolina West Dental in Waynesville accepts patients ages 1-21 from ALL counties with NC Medicaid, Cash and some Private Insurances.

LL Ballance, DDS, PLLC- General Dentistry

828-452-5656 (Se habla español)

02/27/2026

This post comes courtesy of the American Dental Association, sharing helpful guidance on the recommended timeline for caring for children’s teeth as they grow.

Little smiles grow fast and every stage of childhood brings something new for those teeth. At Carolina West Dental, we’re here to here to help support healthy smiles at every stage and make dental visits easy, comfortable and even fun!

We are currently accepting new patients ages 1-21, so call today 828-452-5656 to schedule your child’s appointment! 🦷✨
Carolina West Dental in Waynesville accepts patients ages 1-21 from ALL counties with NC Medicaid, Cash and some Private Insurances.

LL Ballance, DDS, PLLC- General Dentistry

828-452-5656 (Se habla español)

02/26/2026

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02/26/2026

As we wrap up National Children’s Dental Health Month, there’s still time to schedule those checkups for your crew! Spring is knocking, flowers are getting ready to bloom, and bright, healthy smiles deserve to bloom right along with them. 🌸😁

Let’s make sure your family is cavity-free and ready for sunshine, school, sports, and all the sweet moments ahead.

📞 Call today to grab an appointment before February waves goodbye!


Carolina West Dental in Waynesville accepts patients ages 1-21 from ALL counties with NC Medicaid, Cash and some Private Insurances.

LL Ballance, DDS, PLLC- General Dentistry

828-452-5656 (Se habla español)

02/23/2026

02/14/2026

Happy Valentine’s Day from all of us at Carolina West Dental! 💕

Today is all about sweet treats, sweet notes, and sweet smiles… 🍫💌✨
But remember — those sweets love to stick to little teeth!

Enjoy the candy… just don’t forget to:
🪥 Brush for 2-3 minutes.
🦷 Floss the spots your toothbrush misses in between all of your teeth.
💦 Rinse with water after treats.

Because the best Valentine’s gift? A healthy, cavity-free smile! 😁💗


Carolina West Dental in Waynesville accepts patients ages 1-21 from ALL counties with NC Medicaid, Cash and some Private Insurances.

LL Ballance, DDS, PLLC
General Dentistry

828-452-5656 (Se habla español)

02/06/2026

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month and we are accepting new patients from all NC counties!!
Now’s the perfect time to get those kiddos up to date on their dental check ups and keep those smiles happy, healthy and shining bright!

📞 Call today — appointments available!
Carolina West Dental in Waynesville accepts patients ages 1-21 from ALL counties with NC Medicaid, Cash and some Private Insurances.


LL Ballance, DDS, PLLC
General Dentistry

828-452-5656
Si habla españo

02/02/2026

Thanks for rolling with the winter weather with us! ❄️
We’ll have a late start tomorrow to allow for safer travel , then we’re back to our regular hours for the rest of the week.
Carolina West Dental in Waynesville accepts patients ages 1-21 from ALL counties with NC Medicaid, Cash and some Private Insurances.


LL Ballance, DDS, PLLC
General Dentistry

828-452-5656
Si habla español

02/01/2026

We hope everyone made it through the snowstorm safely and is staying warm and cozy! 🧣☕❄️
Due to lots of roads still not being clear and the continued cold temperatures, we will be CLOSED tomorrow, Monday for the safety of our patients and team.

As of right now, we plan to open Tuesday at 9:30 AM ⏰ but please be sure to check back tomorrow for any updates or changes.

Stay safe, stay warm, and we’ll see those smiling faces soon! 🤍🦷

01/26/2026

Carolina West Dental in Waynesville accepts patients ages 1-21 from ALL counties with NC Medicaid, Cash and some Private Insurances.


LL Ballance, DDS, PLLC
General Dentistry

828-452-5656
Si habla español