AboutJoseph Zelig, DDS, D.ABP www.smileinthecity.com Expertise Dr. Zelig is a board-certified Periodontist and an expert on dental implants. Dr. Zelig can answer any and all questions you have about complex dental problems, dental implants, gum disease, treatment of gum recession, and treatment of a "gummy smile".
Experience Dr. Zelig has personally placed over a thousand implants with excellent success and has worked with many dental specialists and educated them on full mouth reconstruction, esthetic dentistry, and dental implantology.
Organizations American Dental Associateion, American Academy of Periodontology, American Board of Periodontology, North-Eastern Society of Periodontitis, New York State Dental Association, New York County Dental Society
Education/Credentials I received both my dental degree (DDS) and my certificate in the specialty of Periodontics from New York University College of Dentistry. Dr. Zelig graduated among the top 10% of the graduating class. As a result of outstanding academic achievements, Dr. Z was elected into the membership of Omicron Kappa Upsilon- the national dental honor society. In addition, Dr. Zelig has lectured to general dentists and specialists on periodontal treatment and dental implants. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology which recognizes periodontists who have made significant achievements beyond the educational requirements of the specialty. Board-certified periodontists have been examined by a panel of internationally respected peers and has been awarded Diplomate status. By successfully completing this challenge, Dr. Zelig has demonstrated a robust knowledge of periodontics, Continued professional development, Critical review of results of therapy, and interest in providing the best, most up-to-date care.
Question I have a crack in the base of one my bottom molars. I was told that I need the tooth removed and an implant placed as the best option. I am trying to get pregnant and am wondering if I should have this done now or can it wait. I am not having any problems with the tooth otherwise.
Answer HI
In my opinion, you should get this taken care of now, before pregnancy. A cracked tooth can lead to an infection, which would require emergency treatment and medication. Once the cracked tooth is removed and the area heals, there is little chance of it causing a problem. The question to place the implant before or after pregnancy is someting you should discuss with your dentist, but regardless of the implant, the tooth should probably be taken out.
