Root canal still hurting
Is it normal for a root canal to hurt even after three days? Dustin from Alabama Dustin, Yes, it is normal for a root canal to hurt for some time after the procedure. When cleaning out the tooth,...
View ArticlePain With A Temporary Bridge
I had a dental bridge that it was time to replace. It wasn’t causing any problems, but my dentist said it was time to replace it. He is a good, trustworthy dentist so I just went ahead and did what he...
View ArticleWhich type of anesthesia should I use?
I’m having my wisdom teeth extracted, and I’m wondering whether I should have a local or general anesthesia. The oral surgeon said the choice is mine. I’m just not sure which is better. Do you have any...
View ArticleMy girlfriend complained about my breath- Can you help?
I’ve got a bad breath problem. I’m really embarassed about it especially cause my girlfriend brought it up. I brush twice a day. I’ve been eating a lot of breath mints, but she said it’s not helping....
View ArticleShould I get rid of all my wisdom teeth
I’m getting my bottom wisdom teeth taken out and I’m wondering if I should do the top ones at the same time? They’re not having any problems, but they point inward. What do you recommend? Lydia G.-...
View ArticleAdjusting a crown bite
When you get a porcelain crown, is it possible for your bite to get thrown off? My adjacent teeth to the crown seemed to have moved. Is there anything that can be done? Bruce G.- Mississippi Bruce,...
View ArticleWhy replace my fillings?
My dentist wants to switch out all my fillings for these new white ones. It will cost over $3000 to do this, which I really can’t afford. Is there a reason for doing this? Mason- Alabama Mason, If the...
View ArticleMy front teeth are loose after an attack
I was attacked. Now I’ve got a fractured wrist and why I’m writing you is my front teeth are loose. The doctor’s said that they are not fractured, but I’m worried that I’ll loose the teeth anyway...
View ArticleDental tools and Porcelain Veneers
Are there any dental tools that are a no no when you have porcelain veneers? I’m about to have my first check up since I’ve gotten them and I’m not sure of the rules. Eileen S.- Staten Island Eileen,...
View ArticleDental implants or dentures
Hi, I’m 40 years old and have six teeth that need to be pulled. Should I get partial dentures or dental implants? Avery W.- Tulsa, OK Avery, If your budget allows, I will always recommend dental...
View ArticleRecognizing an abscess
Can you tell me the signs of a dental abscess? Thomas G.- Mississippi Thomas, If you really want to know for certain if you have an abscess, the best way is to get a dental x-ray. However, there are...
View ArticleProblems with my daughter’s teeth
I’m wondering if you can advise me. My five year old keeps getting cavities. I brush her teeth twice a day. What could be happening? Amanda P.- Wyoming Amanda, It would be hard to tell without an...
View ArticleCorners of mouth cracking
July 31, 2013 Dear Sir or Madam: I hope I am doing this right. My daughter said to write you. I’ve never written a blog before so I don’t know the protochol. You’ll forgive me if I’ve broken some...
View ArticleBleach to whiten teeth
I’ve been using whitening toothpaste for months and I’m just not seeing much difference. Is it OK to use bleach? I could mix it in the toothpaste and then brush. Bradley- Alabama Bradley, Please do not...
View ArticleNight Guard With Lumineers
I want to get Lumineers, but my dentist said he will only give them to me if I get a night guard. He said it is because I grind my teeth at night. Is it true that I will really need a night guard in...
View ArticleDark line at gumline
I’ve had my dental crowns for many years, but now I’m getting this dark line at the gumline. Do you know what that is? It is only on the teeth with crowns. Lavinia- Connecticut Lavinia, It is because...
View ArticleAfter teeth whitening, can I get veneers?
If I just got Zoom Whitening, can I get porcelain veneers on a few teeth? Meredith J.- Washington D.C. Meredith, You can get porcelain veneers after you have your teeth whitened. However, it is...
View ArticleCleaning my veneers
I’ve just spent a fortune getting porcelain veneers. I wondered if I should just use regular toothpaste, or if there was something better? Carolyn G.- Jackson, MI Carolyn, Yes, there is a great...
View ArticleWhitening my veneers
My porcelain veneers were great, but shortly after my last cleaning they started losing their shine and getting dull. Will teeth whitening bring it back? Amanda B.- Colorado Amanda, I suspect your...
View ArticleCelebrities and Cosmetic Dentistry
I don’t know if you’ve dealt with a lot of celebrities in your capacity as a cosmetic dentist, but I was wondering if you knew why some celebrities seem to need perfect teeth to succeed and others...
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