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| root canal or grown | 11/18/2009 |
Q: Warm Wishes I am male 41 yrs.I developed cavity in upper and lower jaw left and right 1st and 2nd ...
A: You have posed several interesting and important questions. I will try to answer all of them to the ...
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| replaced small filling now in pain | 11/16/2009 |
Q: went to dental school 3 days ago to replace a filling in my front tooth that partially fell out. ...
A: The injection could have caused some nerve damage, though very rare. Did the instructor check the ...
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| any food to avoid eating on implants | 11/15/2009 |
Q: I had two implants (central incisors) restored with porcelain fused to metal (high noble) this past ...
A: Congratulations on your new implants. However, you are missing the point entirely... you went ...
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| failure of the bridge | 11/14/2009 |
Q: Kaufman, I had a 4-unit bridge on two abutments, ## 29 and 32, wisdom tooth. Some time after my ...
A: Both of your assumptions are probably correct. I have been placing and restoring implants for well ...
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| Repair chipped porcelain crown | 11/13/2009 |
Q: I have extensive porcelain bridge due to partial anodontia. I've recently acquired a new set and was ...
A: It is unfortunate that the tooth chipped. However, it is not a disaster. Aside of replacement of ...
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| doubt | 11/12/2009 |
Q: why final impression is called WASH IMPRESSION ? why do we mix vaseline wih ZnOE paste while making ...
A: Nair: The term "wash" comes from the traditional ZOE impression technique for complete dentures. ...
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| Hole in Tooth with root canal already done | 11/11/2009 |
Q: I have a huge history with cavities and such. In about june, i got a root canal on one of my back ...
A: What you see is probably decay along the gum line of the tooth. A tooth with root canal therapy is ...
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| Crown on implant | 11/9/2009 |
Q: My dentist put a crown on implant about a month ago and I still feel the numbness , don't feel ...
A: It sounds as if the implant and restoration are done properly. The implant cannot have feeling ...
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| Avulsed tooth - 10 years later | 11/8/2009 |
Q: "Hi, 10 years ago, at 16 years old, I suffered an avulsed upper front tooth from a sports ...
A: You should not wait until the tooth is ready to come out to start the orthodontic treatment. If the ...
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| Root Canal | 11/7/2009 |
Q: Well,my question is about a root canal that I had last February. My dentist told me that after I get ...
A: Unfortunately, your situation is very common. At this time, the root canal therapy that was ...
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| Crown on implant | 11/6/2009 |
Q: My dentist put a crown on implant about a month ago and I still feel the numbness , don't feel ...
A: I need more information in order to answer your question. Were you numb after the implant was ...
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| Crowns | 11/5/2009 |
Q: I am getting ready to have a full dental restoration. I need to select between 4 types of crowns: ...
A: The four styles of crowns have distinct differences. I am assuming that by "high noble metal" you ...
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| unresolved dental pain | 11/4/2009 |
Q: I have had intermittent lower right side tooth pain for well over a month. Since I have a partially ...
A: I am sorry to hear that you are in pain. I can give you some insight as to how to proceed. The pain ...
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| sore tooth | 11/3/2009 |
Q: a couple days ago I bit down on a piece of hard sugar and hurt my tooth. it's been throbbing and the ...
A: You have definitely sustained some trauma to your tooth. It might be cracked, but without proper ...
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| Root Canal | 11/2/2009 |
Q: I went to the Dentist because I was having a slight twinge of pain in a tooth on the bottom Right ...
A: I am sorry to hear that you are in pain, and for so long. I cannot comment on your dentist's level ...
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| Broken tooth & Alzheimer's | 11/1/2009 |
Q: Dr. Kaufman, I am daughter and caregiver for my mother who has late-stage alzheimer's disease. She ...
A: Your task is monumental and admirable. Unfortunately, aside of careful, good brushing of your ...
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| tooth infection | 10/30/2009 |
Q: I had a root canal done on 2 lower back teeth about 2 years ago, the dentist pulled the tooth in ...
A: I am sorry to hear about your pain. It appears to me that you, and your dentists have been ...
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| Extraction on Back Upper Right Molar/Implant? | 10/28/2009 |
Q: Kaufman: I just recently lost a crown on the very back upper right molar (not a wisdom tooth), don't ...
A: Before you do ANYTHING, you MUST see a Prosthodontist! You should not be penalized for not being ...
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| Pain in new onlay, plus TMJ, plus swine flu! | 10/24/2009 |
Q: First, thanks for helping me with my question! I had a filling and onlay placed last Thursday. It ...
A: It is terrible that you have all these issues going on at the same time. However, at this point, I ...
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| Braces | 10/19/2009 |
Q: Would having braces help increase the size of the teeth, meaning the width and height. Thanks I'm ...
A: The answer to your questions is slightly complicated. The width of your teeth cannot be affected by ...
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| facial tightness after surgery | 10/18/2009 |
Q: 6 years ago I had Mandibular jaw surgery and they advanced my lover jaw forward. Can I say that was ...
A: I am so sorry to hear of the problem you are having. You are not alone! Over the years I have seen ...
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| very nervous about upcoming root canal | 10/14/2009 |
Q: i'll apologize in advance in case this post becomes too long. Tooth #18 (bottom left molar, right ...
A: Dental neglect due to fear is very common. You are not alone. However, what you really need to do ...
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| bridge | 10/13/2009 |
Q: I have a bridge from #2 to #4. It is possible that #4 is cracked and that the bridge must be ...
A: The proper treatment in your situation is sequential replacement of tooth #3 (first molar) and ...
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| Massive Gum Line Cavity With an Old Cap | 10/12/2009 |
Q: I have a massive gum line cavity under an old crown on tooth #30. The crown is over 20 years old and ...
A: Sorry for the delay. Your question ended up in the spam folder, and I get LOTS of spam. The ...
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| permanent filling after a root canal | 10/8/2009 |
Q: I am a college student and I just had a root canal done yesterday on one of my back molars. My ...
A: You are absolutely correct in your planning. You are young and the chances of fracture of your ...
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| brittle,chipped teeth - implants | 10/6/2009 |
Q: My daughter, who is 30 years old is having major problems with her teeth just chipping off for no ...
A: As a parent, it is always disheartening to see your child struggle. However, there are a few things ...
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| Putting off the root canal procedure | 10/5/2009 |
Q: The last time I visited my dentist(several months ago,) she informed that I would need to have a ...
A: Unfortunately, you might not be happy with what I have to tell you... Your dentist only told you ...
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| implant/gum | 10/3/2009 |
Q: I had an implant placed about 2 1/2 weeks ago by an oral surgeon. I followed all instructions (salt ...
A: It is not uncommon for one to see the cover screw or a healing abutment (a taller cover screw that ...
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| cantilever bridge | 10/1/2009 |
Q: I have a 4mm gap where my premolar was extratced for braces, I don't want the gap closed, I would ...
A: It is a shame that your tooth was extracted, but the treatment was not completed. That would be my ...
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| implant or recrowning? | 9/28/2009 |
Q: I am struggling to make a decision and could you advise? I have some type of speech problem and need ...
A: I have answered your question many times before, and it is one that we struggle with on a daily ...
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| tooth injury to an 11 month old | 9/26/2009 |
Q: my daughter hit her mouth into a table leg this evening and I noticed a little bit of blood around ...
A: I am a parent of small children, as well, and I understand your concern. At this age, your daughter ...
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| Brushing | 9/25/2009 |
Q: Is it possible to brush teeth too often and wear out the enamel?
A: Yes. It is possible to overbrush. However, mostly, the problem is not brushing enough, or well ...
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| space btween my two front teeth due to gum dises | 9/23/2009 |
Q: in the past year my two front teeth started to seperate,I'm goin to have a deep scaled cleaning and ...
A: There is definitely a way to bring your teeth together with orthodontics (braces). However, before ...
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| removable flipper | 9/20/2009 |
Q: I recently lost a crowned molar at the gum line. It is the upper, second to last one. The lost ...
A: You are absolutely correct for wanting to preserve the space between your teeth, until you decide ...
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| Advice | 9/17/2009 |
Q: I apologize for the length of this inquiry but believe that the information it contains is essential ...
A: You are correct!!! Here are the steps I would take to remedy your situation: Visit 1: 1. Take ...
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| Tooth extraction with an infection | 9/16/2009 |
Q: I had a filling 6 month ago only to have it removed due to an infection. This resulted in me needing ...
A: If the extraction is done by a qualified oral surgeon, please tell him/her of this problem, and they ...
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| Tooth extraction with an infection | 9/15/2009 |
Q: I had a filling 6 month ago only to have it removed due to an infection. This resulted in me needing ...
A: I am sorry to hear that you are in terrible pain. However, throughout your story, I haven't heard a ...
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| Advice | 9/14/2009 |
Q: I apologize for the length of this inquiry but believe that the information it contains is essential ...
A: I am so sorry to hear about your problem. I actually had to make special time in the schedule to ...
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| apico procedure or tooth extraction | 9/11/2009 |
Q: I am a 52 year old woman. I have a bridge on the upper left side between the last molar and and the ...
A: The answer to your question has nothing to do with respect. It has to do with two factors: ...
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| Receding Gums - Minor | 9/5/2009 |
Q: Kaufman, I first noticed my receding gums a few years ago, when I first got braces. At the time, I ...
A: You have asked a very important, interesting and very common question. It is very hard for me to ...
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| Dental | 9/4/2009 |
Q: Hey, finally a way to connect with a doctor. I am starting my undergraduate in Biology in a few days ...
A: I am glad to hear that you are looking for a career in dentistry. It is a wonderful profession that ...
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| cosmetic dentistry for dentinogenesis imperfecta | 9/2/2009 |
Q: We have just realized that our 7 month old baby inherited my genetic tooth disorder - dentinogenesis ...
A: I answer this question as a Prosthodontist, a father of two small children, and a brother of a ...
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| bleeding gums | 8/31/2009 |
Q: My gums are inflamed and bleeding. The more I floss and use mouthwash, the worse it gets. My dentist ...
A: Absolutely. Dear Donna: From your description you have a severe case of gingivitis. It is a disease ...
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| query regarding white spot on front teeth | 8/27/2009 |
Q: i have started my orthodontic treatment before 2 month n i observed white spot on my front teeth ...
A: Since the braces have been placed only for a couple of months, decalcification is unlikely (unless ...
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| food impact on dental crown | 8/26/2009 |
Q: I've been to the dentist five times in a month due to food impact between my crown (located on the ...
A: This is a common problem with an upper last molar, when a contact is made too tight. The tooth will ...
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| root canal | 8/23/2009 |
Q: I recently had to make the decision to save or loose a tooth.I chose to go for the root canal but my ...
A: You are perfectly right... your dentist probably did not remove all the pulp that was infected. It ...
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| tooth colour after root canal treatment | 8/22/2009 |
Q: Zev, I had a root canal treatment to my two front tooths from about 4 years ago and i am a bit ...
A: Before you get veneers, crowns, or any other restoration, go to the dentist (preferably an ...
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| Gums won't grow over extractions | 8/21/2009 |
Q: My brother had all of his teeth pulled. In a couple of places the gums will not grow over and bone ...
A: I am so sorry to hear about your brother's problem. However, there is a solution. You must go back ...
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| Crown Elongation | 8/20/2009 |
Q: Crown Elongation Bucal side only, on # 17 the decay got a little under the gum line. I would like ...
A: The cost of crown lengthening can range from $750 to $2500. The reason for the large range is for ...
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| pain after composite filling | 8/18/2009 |
Q: Dr. Kaufman I received a composite filling in my 2 back upper right molars a week ago for a cavity ...
A: You can wait until your appointment with your dentist next week to open the space up. However, it ...
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| clenching and grinding/mouthguards | 8/17/2009 |
Q: Kaufman, I think I am clenching and grinding my teeth at night. I have followed up with my ...
A: You have raised many important and difficult questions. The profession has been pretty conflicting ...
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| Problems with new porcelain crowns cracking | 8/16/2009 |
Q: I went to my dentist for a routine cleaning and commented that the 2nd to last molar on the bottom ...
A: It took me a while to carefully read your e-mail. The story is quite common, unfortunately. Once ...
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| tooth extraction | 8/12/2009 |
Q: a got my back top right tooth taken out on Monday morning, its now wedensday and am in agony with my ...
A: I am sorry to hear that you are in pain. However, without a proper examination, I cannot possibly ...
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| lingual gum recession | 8/10/2009 |
Q: i have lingual gum recession on my two lower incisors caused by a tongue ring. the gums have receded ...
A: You are not the first, and not the last to have this problem. The problem is the source. If you do ...
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| Tooth movement after first molar extraction | 8/7/2009 |
Q: My wife had an upper first molar extracted at the age of 21. She is now 25 and has not exhibited any ...
A: The answer has nothing to do with opinion or a "four year rule" (there is no such thing, by the ...
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| Toothache after filling. | 8/6/2009 |
Q: I received two fillings one month ago in two of my back teeth, one on either side. The one on the ...
A: You are right, it is essentially impossible for me to give you a diagnosis. However, if the filling ...
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| root canal | 8/5/2009 |
Q: I had fillings 2/3 of the way done on my back two molars in June. My dentist replaced previous ...
A: I understand your frustration! It is always disheartening when you go in for a simple procedure and ...
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| implant crown | 7/31/2009 |
Q: I have 2 implants on tooth 14, and 13. Is it best to put PFM crowns or all porcelain crowns over ...
A: Over the years, I have tried both. However, all the research, and experience today suggests that ...
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| Toothache | 7/26/2009 |
Q: Dr Kaufman, I went to the dentist yesterday for an exam and to get established. I have a molar #2 ...
A: I am so sorry to hear that you are in pain. I cannot possibly examine you over this very limited ...
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| Size and shape of dental crown | 7/25/2009 |
Q: I had my upper two front teeth capped after a household accident. They did not require root canals. ...
A: I am sorry to hear about your trouble, and you are right...the crowns will have to be redone. The ...
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| Repairing a Broken, Partially Filled Tooth | 7/24/2009 |
Q: Kaufman, Firstly, thank you for taking my question! I'm a bit of a worrier, and so having the ...
A: I am sorry for not being able to answer your question right away. I get a tremendous amount of ...
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| Facial nerve damage | 7/20/2009 |
Q: I was at a party last night and one of my friends who was drunk came over and pinched my cheeks ...
A: Unless your "friend" slashed you with a razor across the cheeks, the chances of nerve damage are ...
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| dental abbreviations | 7/19/2009 |
Q: Kaufman, I was wondering if there is a cavity on a tooth, or something is wrong with the tooth, ...
A: I commend you for taking control of your dental care. I wish other people would be so serious. In ...
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| absessed gums | 7/18/2009 |
Q: my tooth broke off so i had the rest pulled out like 2 weeks ago and the dentist gave me amocillican ...
A: The best thing you can do is to brush and floss your teeth very well. Concentrate on that area ...
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| dental abbreviations | 7/14/2009 |
Q: Kaufman, I was wondering if there is a cavity on a tooth, or something is wrong with the tooth, ...
A: The explanation is actually not so complicated. The labeling system is designed to be fairly simple ...
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| failed root filling | 7/13/2009 |
Q: i have just switched dentist after having several problems. the xrays showed that i have had a root ...
A: As you might have read in my former responses, you know that I am a big proponent of specialty care. ...
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| pain from temporary filling | 7/12/2009 |
Q: I had a cavity and so I got a temporary filling last week and my jaw has been hurting ever since. I ...
A: I am so sorry to hear about your pain. It is unfortunate. However, there are several reasons as to ...
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| Disfigurement | 7/11/2009 |
Q: I had an upper canine tooth removed when I was in my teens but it seems to have caused disfigurement ...
A: Your idea is understandable. However, there is one thing to remember... when your one canine was ...
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| Pain after crown prep | 7/10/2009 |
Q: I have a deep ache and pain within my right jaw and upper right side in my mouth. I had two old ...
A: I am sorry to hear about your troubles. The only advise that I can give you is that before the ...
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| tingly tongue after dental filling | 7/7/2009 |
Q: I had 4 fillings done on my bottom molars 11 days ago. Half my tongue is still tingly and feels ...
A: It is unfortunate that you are still numb in your tongue after almost two weeks. However, it is not ...
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| infection control | 7/5/2009 |
Q: Kaufman, I am writing to you today in concerns of root canals. Well, I'm wondering, I know root ...
A: I have just answered this question today, but here is the copy of the answer so that you do not have ...
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| pressure pain | 7/4/2009 |
Q: Kaufman I had a root canal on one of my tooth 2 years ago, and I've had a problem with that tooth ...
A: I think that there might be a problem with the root canal treatment. I recommend you look up a ...
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| root canals | 7/3/2009 |
Q: Kaufman. I am wondering, how does a dentist know if a root canal is failing or not? Does ...
A: Root canal treatment is a way for us, to be able to retain a tooth in the mouth even though the ...
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| augmentin | 7/2/2009 |
Q: I had a root canal and it still hurt. My dentist said I have swollen gums and such, so it's ...
A: Augmentin is a broad spectrum antibiotic coverage. It is used when one is trying to control more ...
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| 4yr old's gum boil | 6/28/2009 |
Q: My 4yr old son just showed me a hard whitish pimple on his gum. 2 years ago he had trauma to that ...
A: As a parent of a four year old, as well, I can understand your concern. However, unless your child ...
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| crowns with post | 6/26/2009 |
Q: I recently had 2 root canals done on teeth number 8 and 10. my prep underneath is tiny . My dentist ...
A: Not only it sounds reasonable, but it is probably necessary. The crowns are not held in by the ...
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| finding a good endodontist | 6/23/2009 |
Q: Dr. Zev Kaufman, I need your advice on picking the right endodontist. I went to the dentist ...
A: If you read previous answers, you must realize that I am a firm believer in specialty care. ...
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| Irrigation | 6/22/2009 |
Q: My dentist is recommending an irrigation along with deep cleaning. Since this is not a small cost ...
A: I do not know what they do with the irrigation either. Sometimes Antibiotics, or antibacterial ...
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| Root | 6/21/2009 |
Q: Kaufman, I need you to tell me something in regards to the tooth I have. I have a concern about ...
A: Yours, is a common concern. I hear it all the time: "I only bit on soft boiled chicken and my tooth ...
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| cavities and fillings | 6/20/2009 |
Q: Kaufman, I was wondering if I can get your thoughts and give me some information and advice on this ...
A: Digital radiography has been the one thing that has changed dentistry forever in the past decade. ...
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| Root Resorption After Orthodontic Treatment | 6/17/2009 |
Q: I received orthodontic treatment in seventh grade and had the appliance on for a total of 3-4 years. ...
A: It is unfortunate that you have to deal with this problem. It does happen, and it is fairly ...
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| Need an Input | 6/16/2009 |
Q: Dr. Kaufman I need your input regarding to this matter: I had an appointment yesterday with my ...
A: I am very sorry to hear about your troubles. Here is what I can advise you... I will answer your ...
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| Dental implants | 6/15/2009 |
Q: Currently I'm going through the process of having two incisor implants to my upper teeth. The ...
A: Sorry for the slight delay, your question ended up in the spam folder. It happens sometimes, as I ...
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| Cracked tooth? | 6/14/2009 |
Q: I was eating cherries this morning and accidentally bit into a pit. My tooth has been aching all ...
A: Your tooth might be cracked, or just traumatized. It is OK to wait and see. If it is something ...
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| your advice | 6/11/2009 |
Q: Dr. Kaufman: I need your advice on something. I am having problems with my root canal and I have ...
A: I have answered similar questions many times before... 1. The new dentist (regardless of price) is ...
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| Misaligned teeth after jaw surgery | 6/9/2009 |
Q: Dr. Kaufman, A year ago, I had a Maxillomandibular advancement for sleep apnea. The surgery was ...
A: You have answered your question yourself in your last paragraph. The purpose of corrective jaw ...
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| Gum problems | 6/8/2009 |
Q: There is something that starts with per...... that is a disease or condition that runs in my family. ...
A: Periodontitis is a silent killer. You do not know that you have it, until it is too late. Your ...
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| best practice for cavity refill/cracked tooth | 6/6/2009 |
Q: I recently had a bottom rt. molar cavity "fixed" (large filling removed and refilled). I never had ...
A: Yes, you are right, it is important to know if the tooth is dead or alive prior to any restorative ...
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| hole in gum | 6/4/2009 |
Q: Approximately 4 weeks ago I had a lower right molar extracted. There is still a hole in my gum. ...
A: It is not uncommon to have a "hole" in the gum following an extraction, even four weeks after the ...
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| bump in gum | 6/3/2009 |
Q: I have had a new crown to replace and tired out one. One tooth needed to be distracted and it went ...
A: I am sorry to disappoint you, but this is a problem that will not go away by itself. The pulpal ...
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| broken jaw bone | 6/2/2009 |
Q: i recently had some teeth pulled,but when i had my upper eye tooth pulled,it left a gap around a 1/2 ...
A: You are correct. It is a problem. When a tooth is extracted, a void in the bone is left. This ...
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| CROWN | 5/30/2009 |
Q: I am in the process of having a crown completed on a molar. I had cracks in my tooth and decay under ...
A: Cosmetics is not a specialty. Most cosmetic procedures such as bonding are what dentists learn in ...
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| CROWN | 5/29/2009 |
Q: I am in the process of having a crown completed on a molar. I had cracks in my tooth and decay under ...
A: You are completely right! On all accounts. You are not too picky, either. The purpose of ...
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| what do you think? | 5/28/2009 |
Q: kaufman, I need your advice on something. I had a root canal a couple years ago, and till this ...
A: First of all, Yes, I have seen many patients with pain after root canal treatment. It could be ...
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| what do you think? | 5/27/2009 |
Q: kaufman, I need your advice on something. I had a root canal a couple years ago, and till this ...
A: In Dentistry or Medicine, in general, there is no "guarantee of performance." It is your ...
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| White spots | 5/26/2009 |
Q: Just recently I have noticed white spots on my teeth. I "googled" and was a little frightened to ...
A: The white spots that you have can be caused by many factors. They can be genetic, induced by ...
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| Novocaine Insertion Technique | 5/22/2009 |
Q: Recently started seeing a new dentist. I really like her although her Novacaine injection are ...
A: I hate to be the one to tell you that "being a nice guy/gal" is not a profession. Dentists, just ...
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| Failed root canal | 5/21/2009 |
Q: I need your advice on how to proceed. I have a general dentist who performed a root canal on my ...
A: You are asking a very tough question, and unfortunately, I only have your side of the story. I can ...
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| cavity under a filling | 5/20/2009 |
Q: i went to the dentist for a check up 6 months ago and they did x rays and saw something we waited ...
A: X-rays are only a snap shot in time. It is sometimes difficult to tell what is happening without a ...
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| eye teeth clashing? | 5/19/2009 |
Q: in the last couple of months, there have been 4 instances where, when chewing on my right side, my ...
A: The human body is a very complicated and sensitive machine. There are people who never experience ...
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| infections | 5/18/2009 |
Q: I came back from the dental office this morning, and my dentist just informed me that I have an ...
A: You are asking many questions that are very situation specific. Once a root canal treatment is ...
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| fillings | 5/17/2009 |
Q: some of my teeth need to be removed (for example: i have a tooth that lays on it's side, it and the ...
A: You are very welcome. It will be more than my pleasure to restore your teeth. My very good ...
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| infections | 5/16/2009 |
Q: I came back from the dental office this morning, and my dentist just informed me that I have an ...
A: First of all...DON'T WORRY! This IS NOT a catastrophe waiting to happen. What is missing from your ...
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| pediatric dental crowns | 5/14/2009 |
Q: My 6 year old daughter complained of dental pain this weekend. I knew that she had a couple of ...
A: As a father of a six year old, and a four year old myself, I can understand your concern. However, ...
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| Bridge & Bite | 5/13/2009 |
Q: I recently had braces & two (3 tooth) bridges on the lower right and left. Since I have had the ...
A: OBVIOUSLY, something is wrong. You are right. You should be comfortable with the teeth. Why go ...
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| bad taste | 5/12/2009 |
Q: I got a root canal about six weeks ago, followed by a gold crown. Everything feels great, but ever ...
A: Yes it can. I have seen this before, and very rarely, some people can have a reaction to gold. ...
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| crown preparation | 5/11/2009 |
Q: I have had many crowns placed in my mouth over several year time span. However, since 2006 I had 3 ...
A: You must tell this to your dentist. It sounds as if they are etching (conditioning the tooth with ...
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| root canal 2 weeks and 2 days ago | 5/9/2009 |
Q: I had a root canal on my front #9 tooth on april 22, 09 and the perm filling a week later. An endo ...
A: Don't worry. You will not have a severe or a fatal blood infection. The problem might be as simple ...
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| Slightly extruded tooth | 5/8/2009 |
Q: I fell over last night and have bruised the gum above one of my 2 front top teeth. The tooth is now ...
A: Please do not delay any longer!!!! Go see a dentist or a Prosthodontist (the specialist in ...
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| Crown vs Implant vs Bridge | 5/7/2009 |
Q: Kauffman- I was hoping to get some advise on a treatment approach to fixing tooth #3 which has a ...
A: Sounds like your dentist is a competent person, who warned you before about the optimal treatment ...
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| Wisdom Teeth extraction | 5/6/2009 |
Q: My 17 year old daughter had all 3 of her wisdom teeth pulled in less than 15minutes on 4/29/09. The ...
A: I understand you concern. As a parent, I cannot imagine my daughter being in pain, and I cannot do ...
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| Crown | 5/5/2009 |
Q: I have two gold crowns on molars located next to each other in my lower jaw. The crowns are 15 ...
A: Do not be alarmed. If the crown is well fitting and the gum is pink and proper, there is no reason ...
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| gap | 5/4/2009 |
Q: I have a gap between my upper front teeth, i've never seen a orthodontics about it. I have gum or ...
A: Yes Sarah. You will have to have a surgical procedure to move the muscle attachment (the frenum) ...
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| Custom Abuntments | 5/3/2009 |
Q: Kaufman, I am getting an implant bridge for tooth # 22,23,24,25,26 and 27.(All six teeth are ...
A: You are absolutely correct! Most implants consist of three parts: 1. The implant itself (the ...
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| cracked tooth no longer hurts | 4/29/2009 |
Q: I cracked a molar on a nut just a few weeks after getting a porcelain onlay on that molar, because I ...
A: It is very difficult to speculate as to what has happened. Cracked roots cannot heal. However, not ...
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| Rubber dam and veneers/crowns | 4/9/2009 |
Q: Kaufman, I would be grateful for any information you would provide me regarding my concerns about ...
A: Sorry for the delay in answering your question. Lately, many of the questions end up in the spam ...
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| children cavities | 4/8/2009 |
Q: I have a 5 year old daughter. Her dentist says that she has a cavity in-between her teeth. How will ...
A: The bacteria that cause the disease called caries, what we refer to as "cavities" are contagious. ...
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| Sensitive Tooth and gum | 4/6/2009 |
Q: I went to my dentist about 2 weeks ago because when I bit down on my upper back tooth it really ...
A: From your history, it sounds like you fractured the tooth and the fracture line is difficult to ...
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| TMJ/reconstruct | 4/5/2009 |
Q: I have severe TMJ from a car accident from several years ago. I have lost many back teeth almost all ...
A: I am sorry for the delay in your answer. All the questions this week, for some reason, ended up in ...
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| root canal and retainers...help please! | 4/4/2009 |
Q: I just had a root canal done on my top front tooth, and I understand that after a root canal, that ...
A: I am sorry for the delay in answering your question, all the questions have gone to my spam folder ...
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| gum number | 4/3/2009 |
Q: Was at the dentist and was told that the number 4 or 5 for your gums is considered periodontal ...
A: I was just notified by the AllExperts team that your question was in waiting. There is so much spam ...
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| SEQUESTRA AND MORE? | 4/2/2009 |
Q: My teeth have always been fine. I'm 42 never had a cavity or a filling. However, about 12 years ago ...
A: Please go and see a qualified oral surgeon before you proceed with anything. Bone does not keep ...
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| Core build up | 4/1/2009 |
Q: My husband wen to our dentist and was told he needed a crown on a back tooth that had just broke. ...
A: Since I have no X-rays and am not in position to examine your husband, I do not know if the core ...
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| migrating hemotoma after wisdom tooth extraction | 3/31/2009 |
Q: Last week I had my left lower wisdom tooth removed. X-rays indicated it should have been simple ...
A: I understand your concern, however, what you are describing is a typical course of a hematoma. I ...
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| tooth - cell transplant | 3/30/2009 |
Q: Do you know how soon growing one's own tooth might happen by taking cells from the tooth to be ...
A: Your question is one that has been troubling the dental profession for many years. As of now, this ...
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| Braces on a tooth that had a previous infury | 3/28/2009 |
Q: Dr. Kaufman, My son fell when he was 1 1/2 years old while walking on my tiled floor. He had a ...
A: I understand your concern for your son. As a parent, it is always hard to see your child undergo ...
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| Lateral incisor crown reworks | 3/27/2009 |
Q: Since Nov 2008, my current dentist and I have been working on replacing #10 crown to get the ...
A: I am glad that you called me at the office today. I hope that my assessment of your situation will ...
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| They want to sedate my 14 month old | 3/26/2009 |
Q: My 14 month old has bottle rot and needs dental work on his 4 upper teeth. The pediatric dentist ...
A: As a parent of two small children, I understand you concern and trepidations. Nevertheless, the ...
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| Cut tounge and file being broke in tooth during root canal | 3/25/2009 |
Q: My tongue was cut during a filling and i got stiches.Since then a ball forms in my tongue by the cut ...
A: I am so sorry to hear of your troubles. Nevertheless, there are things you can do. 1. The tongue ...
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| Concerned about current dentist | 3/23/2009 |
Q: We recently got medicaid, and started going to a new Dentist, my boyfriend went to get fillings, and ...
A: It is very difficult to respond to your question, since I do not know anything about your ...
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| braces and crowns | 3/22/2009 |
Q: i have a crown on my front tooth which has also a root canal. i also have braces, the bracket on ...
A: Unfortunately, there is nothing that YOU can do, except talk to your dentist. Bonding to Porcelain ...
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| 10-tooth implant fixed bridge, NO MOLARS | 3/20/2009 |
Q: I have a new 10-tooth implant upper fixed bridge. My problem is no molars to chew with. I am 63, ...
A: I just checked the spam folder and found your question. It happens some times. Nevertheless, I will ...
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| posterior composite, 3+surfaces | 3/19/2009 |
Q: I have always had great dental visits, never a problem. Unfortunatly, having a baby (who is now a ...
A: Since I do not know anything about your oral condition, it is very difficult for me to tell you if ...
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| Gap Between Crown and Opposing Tooth | 3/18/2009 |
Q: I recently had a crown put on a molar. The first time the dental assistant (not the actual dentist) ...
A: Unfortunately, the answer to your question is YES. I do not know what type of abrasive the ...
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| Gap Between Crown and Opposing Tooth | 3/17/2009 |
Q: I recently had a crown put on a molar. The first time the dental assistant (not the actual dentist) ...
A: There is so much that is "wrong" with your story... I do not know where to start. Not all states ...
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| root canal, bridge. severe gum pain | 3/15/2009 |
Q: I had a root canal on the third tooth from the back upper right. I then had the 2nd tooth removed ...
A: You have answered your own question in your description of the problem. You probably have a ...
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| Bone Piercing Gum | 3/14/2009 |
Q: In an area in the lower gum-line (area under where my lower left wisdom tooth was), it feels as ...
A: What you are having is very common. It is called sequestration of bone. When the teeth were ...
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| Pain after filling, possibly from grinding my teeth? | 3/13/2009 |
Q: I went into the dentist to have a filling done and she told me that I would have tooth sensitivity ...
A: You are absolutely correct. It is very hard to diagnose your situation without proper X-rays and ...
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| filling in bottom tooth | 3/11/2009 |
Q: i have this filling in my left side bottom jaw that i have had since i was little and now for the ...
A: The only answer that I can give you, is the one you know I will... go see a dentist. There is ...
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| post root canal pain | 3/8/2009 |
Q: I don't know what else to do as I am in pain constantly. I got veneers on my 2 front teeth back in ...
A: I actually posed your question to several colleagues of mine and here is what I recommend: It is ...
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| Implants or Dentures? | 3/7/2009 |
Q: Kaufman. I have severe decay in almost all of my teeth. I have a lot of teeth that are decayed to ...
A: Your question is a very important one, and is the same question that many patients struggle with ...
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| Salivary Stone | 3/3/2009 |
Q: I have been diagnosed with a salivary stone (lower mandibular area). This thing is very painful and ...
A: The answer to your question is: yes. The stone can pass. This is the reason that the Doctor at the ...
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| Hard palate swelling | 3/2/2009 |
Q: For the past few days I've had some swelling at the very back of my hard palate (where it meets the ...
A: Please do not delay! Go to your dentist right away! As I was reading your question, I was ...
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| Wisdom Tooth | 2/28/2009 |
Q: I have a wisdom tooth that is in very bad condition. I was hoping to get it extracted because the ...
A: Your problem and dilemma is very common. I am not a big proponent of prophylactically removing ...
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| blocked saliva gland | 2/27/2009 |
Q: I was wondering how a dentist unblocks a saliva gland, what all is involved in this procedure, and ...
A: It is a bit difficult to answer your question specifically, since I am at a disadvantage: I cannot ...
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| Dentures + Braces? | 2/25/2009 |
Q: I'm already 27 years and had this partial dentures for my 2 upper front teeth (9 and 10) for almost ...
A: It is never too late. However, I want to recommend to you not to plan this yourself. You are ...
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| captetek vs pfm | 2/24/2009 |
Q: A small piece of my tooth 18 has chipped off. My dentist says grinding my teeth at night has likely ...
A: Given the fact that the average cost of a crown in the united states is about $850, and a ...
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| One crown over two teeth | 2/23/2009 |
Q: I have one metal crown over #14 and #15 right now and it was put on 4 years ago. Should I get them ...
A: I am so sorry to not be able to answer your request in concrete terms. It is impossible for me to ...
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| Small black spots on teeth | 2/21/2009 |
Q: I just went to the dentist to have my teeth clean. He said I have no cavities. He said I just have ...
A: The answer is: Yes. The black dots on the tops of the teeth can be the beginning of tooth decay. ...
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| PFM and cerec crown | 2/20/2009 |
Q: Kaufman, I came from a developing country and did not take good care of my teeth until I came to ...
A: I will answer your questions in order... 1. Cerec is NOT as good as a regular porcelain fused to ...
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| Implant Placement Complication | 2/19/2009 |
Q: Brief History: On November 11th of 2007, I was scheduled for a dental implant (tooth #12). The ...
A: I am sorry to hear about your implant problem. It is not uncommon. Implants are man (or woman) ...
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| Post-Operative Tooth extraction pain | 2/13/2009 |
Q: Five days ago I had three of my wisdom teeth removed (the fourth having been removed a few months ...
A: The reason that you have pain that resonates throughout your jaw is that the nerves that innervate ...
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| excess plaque | 2/12/2009 |
Q: My husband experiences what he calls 'a lot of grit on the back side of his lower front teeth.' It ...
A: The information that I have from you is somewhat limited, but I can tell you that there are several ...
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| tooth knocked out | 2/9/2009 |
Q: My 7 yr(and 4 months) old son had a tooth knocked out - i believe a lateral incisor. But I am not ...
A: If you have the tooth and it is just the white part that is normally seen, then the age is ...
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| partials | 2/8/2009 |
Q: Due to an accident I wear a partial. And firstly, I know I'm a person who, perhaps, overreacts and ...
A: The fact that you have enough courage to get over your own apprehension and go to regular dental ...
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| multiple root canals? | 2/7/2009 |
Q: I am 23 years old, and have been trying to restore the tremendous dental damage done by my parents' ...
A: I am very concerned to hear that a 23 year old should require such tremendous amount of dental work. ...
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| New technology in regrowing teeth | 2/6/2009 |
Q: Kaufman, Would you please share with me any information you might be aware of regarding new ...
A: I am glad that I was able to give you some guidance, and will continue to do so, as you require. I ...
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| New technology in regrowing teeth | 2/5/2009 |
Q: Kaufman, Would you please share with me any information you might be aware of regarding new ...
A: I am so sorry to hear about your situation, and unfortunately, I have to disappoint you. We are ...
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| wisdom tooth extraction | 1/30/2009 |
Q: 3 days ago i had my upper left wisdom tooth removed. It came out very easily and i have had no pain ...
A: It is a difficult question to answer, since I do not know what type of extraction you had. However, ...
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| loose tooth | 1/27/2009 |
Q: I had a root canal done on one of my front teeth about 7 months ago. It was done through a crown ...
A: What probably happened is that the crown loosened up and is not properly cemented. When root canal ...
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| Pain in Crown after 2 years | 1/26/2009 |
Q: My sister had a root canal in a tooth in her lower jaw and had a crown placed on it. There were no ...
A: I am sorry to hear about your sister's troubles. The pain that she is experiencing can be due to ...
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| What can I do with my unhappy smile? | 1/25/2009 |
Q: I am a 51 year old grandmother. I have had problems with mouth all of my life. For some reason and ...
A: I like your son! I always like to hear that there are still people out there who teach their ...
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| help | 1/24/2009 |
Q: half of my tooth is broken, i have gotten a filling for my tooth, and it hurts still. What should i ...
A: I am sorry to hear that you are in pain. It is never pleasant. I do not know anything about your ...
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| crown | 1/22/2009 |
Q: I recently had two crowns put in on my upper molars. The rown on one of the molars fits perfectly, ...
A: Your dentist is right. It is generally an esthetic issue. The preferred finish line for a ...
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| Crown or Filling? It's blue! | 1/21/2009 |
Q: I saw a dentist yesterday for severe tooth sensitivity to hot/cold and pain with chewing. I have a ...
A: The material that your dentist used is probably a core build up material. It is used to build up ...
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| Cosmetic dentistry | 1/19/2009 |
Q: Kaufman, I am considering cosmetic dentistry to help with crooked front teeth and slight ...
A: I am sorry for the delay in answering your question, but I actually contacted a colleague of mine in ...
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| dentistry titles | 1/16/2009 |
Q: Whats the diffence between D.D.S. and D.M.D?
A: There is no difference in the titles. Some dental schools grant a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree ...
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| Eye Tooth extraction procedure | 1/14/2009 |
Q: I'm 18 and i'm currently wearing braces for a space i wanted fixed and i recently got surgery on my ...
A: I am glad that you are getting the braces and that your have gotten past the difficult part of ...
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| bone graph & implants | 1/13/2009 |
Q: In Sept. '08 I had tooth # 30 extracted ( I have an extensive history of periodontal disease, but ...
A: Since I cannot examine you and/or your X-rays, I can only make conclusions based on standard ...
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| Vaneer vs. Crown | 1/12/2009 |
Q: I am sixty years old. One bottom front tooth is crowded and is moving back and up. My dentist ...
A: I am somewhat concerned with the information that you have given me. First of all, longevity of a ...
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| Fangs/eye teeth | 1/10/2009 |
Q: I'm 22 years old and during the 10-11 grades, I had braces. All right, although they initially did ...
A: In theory, your suggestion appears reasonable. However, practically, there are some issues here ...
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| Holes in my teeth | 1/8/2009 |
Q: The gums behind my 2nd front top tooth were swollen, so I poked around and stuck a mirror in my ...
A: Everything you said does make sense. The numbering system that you are referring to is used in ...
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| retainer | 12/22/2008 |
Q: To prevent shifting teeth while waiting for an implant (tooth out 8 months ago & grafting to be done ...
A: The goal of any space maintainer, one with a tooth, or without, but with proper means of retention, ...
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| bone grafts | 12/19/2008 |
Q: My sister wrote to you and found you very helpful. So thought I'd ask you my question too. Someone ...
A: As I answered before... (I copied the most recent grafting answer): You have asked an interesting ...
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| bone grafts | 12/18/2008 |
Q: Do you think, in general, that bone grafts done many months after an extraction (say 6-12 months ...
A: You have asked an interesting question that cannot be answered in a yes or no manner. However, I'll ...
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| Pain in upper gum | 12/17/2008 |
Q: Just started having pain on the upper left side of my gum. The pain seems to be moving from the ...
A: Please go see your dentist as soon as possible. There is no way for me, or anyone else to diagnose ...
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| impacted wisdom teeth | 12/16/2008 |
Q: when i was younger i had braces and my orthodontist told me my wisdom teeth were impacted. lately ...
A: The only advise that I can give you without sounding harsh is ... STOP PUTTING IT OFF!!! You MUST ...
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| Maximum time after extraction for implants? | 12/14/2008 |
Q: I had two root canals & crowns done about 10 years ago (#19 & #31). Two years ago #19 fractured and ...
A: I will answer in reverse order. You are right, the best thing to do is to quite smoking. However, ...
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| nesbit partials | 12/13/2008 |
Q: 1. Is it true that nesbit partials can wear out the teeth they are attached to over time? 2. Is ...
A: Yes, it is true that a Nesbit partial can affect the abutment teeth. It also depends on the type of ...
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| porcelain veneer fell off | 12/12/2008 |
Q: Kaufman, My porcelain veneer on one of my front teeth fell off. I have had it on for about 4-5 ...
A: The most important thing to do is to follow excellent oral hygiene! Make sure to brush and floss ...
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| bone graft question | 12/11/2008 |
Q: In general, is there much difference in jaw bone loss 7 months after an extraction of a lower molar ...
A: Bone loss occurs over time and appears to be genetically/biologically driven. Having a removable ...
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| No insurabce - many extractions | 12/8/2008 |
Q: I have had no dental insurance for three years. I had bad teeth even when I had insurance. Over the ...
A: Although you are not posing a definitive question, I do understand and sympathize with you. It is ...
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| Gum recession treatment | 12/7/2008 |
Q: I'm 26 yrs. old w/healthy teeth but some gum recession. My dentist has suggested Resin Composite ...
A: I am glad that you have contacted me prior to having anything done to your teeth. Only if you are ...
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| Perio Protect | 12/4/2008 |
Q: Kaufman, Are you familiar with a non-surgical periodontal disease treatment called "Perioprotect"? ...
A: As the case is in many of the questions that I receive, you have described clinical findings to me, ...
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| 2 year old sedation | 12/3/2008 |
Q: My 2 year old has to have 3 fillings. The dentist that i took her to told me they would have to ...
A: I am glad that you contacted me. I have two very small children as well and I can understand your ...
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| extraction | 12/2/2008 |
Q: I had a tooth pulled and it was originally a root canal tooth and the filing came out and know it ...
A: Given the very limited information that I have about your situation, all I can say is that either ...
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| tooth broken below gum line | 11/29/2008 |
Q: I have a tooth that I felt break this morning, it was very loose and every time it was touched it ...
A: Unfortunately, there is not much that you can do, except take some motrin (available over the ...
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| question | 11/26/2008 |
Q: Can a clear retainer worn at night, that does not have a tooth in it, help keep one's teeth from ...
A: The information that you have provided is somewhat limited. However, generally, a retainer can hold ...
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| Salivary Stone?/Infected Tooth | 11/24/2008 |
Q: I'm a 26 year old male, is is possible for a salivary stone to form anywhere on the mouth floor? I ...
A: I think that your self diagnosis of salivary stone is probably correct. I would still recommend ...
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| Salivary Stone? | 11/22/2008 |
Q: I'm a 26 year old male, is is possible for a salivary stone to form anywhere on the mouth floor? I ...
A: A salivary stone can form in a salivary duct that is wide enough to accommodate it. They generally ...
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| front teeth extractions | 11/21/2008 |
Q: At the age of 17, in 1962, I had my 6 upper front teeth removed in surgery at a hospital in ...
A: I am so sorry that you have had to deal with a denture for so many year. I am even more sorry that ...
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| Root Canal on Veneer | 11/20/2008 |
Q: When it finished I was told I would need reconstruction on the veneer, with 2 appointments the first ...
A: No, not every tooth requires a crown after a root canal. If you are talking about a front tooth, ...
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| two front teeth shifting a bit | 11/19/2008 |
Q: I am a healthy woman in my late 40s who has started through menopause just this past year.I don't ...
A: It is common for people to go through changes in life and hormonal changes can precipitate changes ...
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| post extraction problems | 11/18/2008 |
Q: I had 3 wisdom teeth removed in September. I had a numb lip and tingling teeth which resolved after ...
A: You MUST go and see an Oral surgeon. Infections in the head and neck regions can be serious. ...
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| boken crown- porcelin- 7 mos. old | 11/17/2008 |
Q: I had a root canal on my lower front incisor almost 7 months ago. I noticed today it was chipped. It ...
A: It is common enough for porcelain to fracture, especially if the root canal treatment was done ...
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| Braces or tooth removal | 11/16/2008 |
Q: I just went to the dentist and was told that I might want to consider braces because I have two baby ...
A: Without any further information, the choices are as follows: 1. Go to an orthodontist and have ...
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| Pain After Root Canal for Cracked Tooth | 11/15/2008 |
Q: 8 days ago I noticed a certain level and type of ache when I bit down on a molar. 4 days ago I went ...
A: This is a common problem with cracked teeth. I always recommend having the tooth prepared (cut ...
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| back molar with crown | 11/14/2008 |
Q: While I was eating, I noticed suddenly a roughness against my tongue. Upon investigation it appears ...
A: If you fractured the porcelain off the crown, then the metal substructure should be intact. You can ...
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| IMPLANT COMPLICATION | 11/13/2008 |
Q: I had a broken tooth removed and an implant put in. The pin was screwed in and allowed to stay in ...
A: You did turn to the proper specialist to evaluate the situation, however, it is, unfortunately, ...
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| Cutting teeth | 11/12/2008 |
Q: I'm 26yrs old and I still have three baby teeth. My canine (baby) tooth is currently loose and the ...
A: I would love to say yes... however, the problem is that you do not know the extent of knowledge, ...
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| root canal failure | 11/11/2008 |
Q: I had a root canal on a molar about 4 years ago. Every year since, the post and crown have come ...
A: You need to have the tooth evaluated by a Prosthodontist, the specialist in restorative, cosmetic, ...
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| all experts field | 11/9/2008 |
Q: i hit my tooth really hard and its a permanant tooth and its starting to turn grey. is there any ...
A: Unfortunately, I have some bad mews for you... Following severe trauma, it is not uncommon for a ...
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| Severe Bone Loss | 11/8/2008 |
Q: I am a 46 year old woman. I have been advised that I have substantial bone loss due to periodontal ...
A: Do not despair!!! There is Hope!!! You are EXACTLY the person that comes to see me as a surgically ...
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| "gummy" smile | 11/7/2008 |
Q: i currently have braces and my ortho told me i can take them off within the next couple of months. ...
A: The surgery that your orthodontist is probably referring to is called Orthognathic surgery-a LeForte ...
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| Dental Implant | 11/6/2008 |
Q: I had a lose crown (dangling!) and an implant was recommended. The oral surgeon did this in ...
A: There is definitely something wrong with the surgical site. I place implants on a routine basis, ...
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| Jaw reconstruction with previous braces | 11/5/2008 |
Q: and thank you in advance for your answer... My name is Brenda and I had braces from the age of 13 to ...
A: I feel for you. I treat many patients, like yourself, who feel like they are loosing control of ...
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| Lumineers vs Captek crowns | 11/3/2008 |
Q: I paid my dentist for Lumineers for three teeth, a total of $3200.00. After several attempts to do ...
A: Lumineers and Captek crowns are not interchangeable. They are both brand names for specific ...
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| bite tongue flap | 11/1/2008 |
Q: I bit my tongue about 3 days ago and there is a flap about the size of my little fingernail that ...
A: The tongue heals very well and very fast. If the flap does not heal by itself, you might have to ...
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| temporary crowns over two adjacent teeth | 10/31/2008 |
Q: I have temporary crowns over two adjacent molars on my lower right jaw. The temporary crown appears ...
A: Sorry to hear about your problem. And, yes, there is a problem with the temporary crowns. If they ...
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| major bridgework and crown concerns | 10/29/2008 |
Q: I'm currently having a 5 unit bridge built along the curve of my upper left side, supported only by ...
A: I am sorry to tell you that I absolutely agree with you!!! With the knowledge that we have today ...
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| Leaking crown | 10/27/2008 |
Q: Several years ago I complained to my dentist that the crown he'd put on a tooth didn't seem right. ...
A: No crown is ever perfectly sealed! However, the quality of the dental work is measured by how fine ...
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| Receding Gums | 10/24/2008 |
Q: I am 47 years old and have receding gums in the front lower part. My front bottom tooth has fallen ...
A: I wish that there was some kind of glue that you could use. However, there is not much that you can ...
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| Brushing your teeth | 10/23/2008 |
Q: I have a few questions the first is.. Is it Ok to brush your teeth with baking soda on a daily ...
A: It is wonderful that you want to take excellent care of your teeth and mouth. However, there is no ...
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| root calcification | 10/21/2008 |
Q: i have recently had a five root canals and everytime the endo or dentist tells me the tooth was ...
A: I am sorry to hear about your trouble, however, I cannot possibly answer your question. There are ...
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| Mutliple Cavities near gums in a short period of time | 10/20/2008 |
Q: I had no cavities during my last dental check up in July. In mid September, I noticed dark shading ...
A: Sorry for the delay in answering your question. Sometimes the e-mails end up in the junk folder and ...
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| Abcess Question | 10/19/2008 |
Q: Can a tooth be abscessed and not sensitive to hot or cold? Can an abscessed tooth cause facial ...
A: Yes it can. Once a tooth is dead, the body will form an abscess around it in an attempt to remove ...
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| Filling and Floss | 10/17/2008 |
Q: I just had two fillings done today, and I tried to floss, and the fillings were too close to get ...
A: If you cannot slide another piece of floss and attempt to remove the stuck piece from the top, go to ...
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| severe pain after dental work | 10/16/2008 |
Q: Seven and a half days ago I had two teeth extracted and a temprary bridge put in. My dentist also ...
A: I am so sorry that I cannot examine you personally to see what is wrong. No. You should not have ...
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| Blood inside tooth | 10/14/2008 |
Q: An upper tooth, number 7, is painful to cold and tapping, but does not ache continuously. I can ...
A: This situation that you have described is common enough. It is usually a consequence of a traumatic ...
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| One week after tooth extraction. | 10/11/2008 |
Q: I had my two upper molars extracted last week (not wisdom teeth). The surgery was doing good and my ...
A: I am sorry to hear that you had your teeth removed. It is not uncommon for people to feel their ...
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| Caps replaced | 10/10/2008 |
Q: In April I had 4 caps replaced on my top front teeth. Since that time I have had pain in my upper ...
A: Yes. The new crowns could be the problem. There are certain biologic criteria that dental ...
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| Back Upper Right Molar Received | 10/3/2008 |
Q: First, I began to have a very bad toothache. I went to my dentist and was advised I had a small ...
A: I am so sorry to hear about your tooth, and even more sorry about the brutal extraction. ...
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| periodontal disease | 10/2/2008 |
Q: My dentist has informed me that due to advanced periodontal disease I need to seriously consider ...
A: Common problem...The best person to ask about timing would be the Prosthodontist that you saw, since ...
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| periodontal disease | 10/1/2008 |
Q: My dentist has informed me that due to advanced periodontal disease I need to seriously consider ...
A: The general rule is to remove natural teeth as soon as their presence is compromising and causing ...
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| Crown has black spots on biting surface. | 9/28/2008 |
Q: Kaufman, I had a crown installed about a month ago and noticed when I got home there were two black ...
A: The spots could be staining to make the crowns look natural, but are probably metal showing through ...
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| Pain... | 9/27/2008 |
Q: My jaw whenever i open it it pops loudly it hurts. When i don't pop it it tenses and hurts more. I ...
A: You are describing symptoms of a joint that is not functioning properly. The cartilage between the ...
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| Bridge vs. Partial | 9/25/2008 |
Q: I had 2 teeth extracted yesterday (#6&7). My understanding with my dentist was that I was having a ...
A: I am very upset to hear about your problem. I have always hated the fact the many of my colleagues ...
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| cracked tooth with post | 9/19/2008 |
Q: I have a cracked front tooth#9 that has a gold crown and post,also # 7&8 have crowns & posts they ...
A: This question has been debated within the dental community for the past two decades. The old ...
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| over expansion | 9/18/2008 |
Q: thanks
A: Orthodontics is based on our bodies' ability to grow and resorb (eliminate) bone. When a tooth is ...
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| post root canal problems | 9/14/2008 |
Q: my daughter, who is 17, had to have a root canal on a back top molar because our dentist said that ...
A: I am so sorry for not being able to get back to you sooner. I had severe computer problems and am ...
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| gum trauma | 9/13/2008 |
Q: about 4 days ago I scratched my gum very hard with me finger nail. A couple of day's later i have ...
A: Your story is very common. It is not am emergency and I doubt that you have an infection that ...
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| Valplast dentures | 9/13/2008 |
Q: I have this question. I had periodontal disease. I lost many teeth. Mostly back teeth in lower and ...
A: Sorry for the delay, I an recovering from a severe computer problem, and am overloaded with e-mails. ...
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| ROOT CANAL | 9/1/2008 |
Q: Two weeks ago I had a root canal done on one of my left lower molars.About five days after that the ...
A: I am so sorry for the delay. I have had a major computer problem this week, and had problems ...
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| RE: Bite change | 9/1/2008 |
Q: I am an RDH & had RCT on #16 which is in #15 position due to the fact that I have no 2nd molars. The ...
A: First let me apologize for the delay in answering your question. I have computer problems for about ...
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| wisdom tooth pain after fillings | 8/31/2008 |
Q: I had bottom wisdom tooth filled 2 days ago. After numbness went away I had some pain, but was great ...
A: I am sorry for not being able to answer your question earlier...I had computer problems that I just ...
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| extraction of upper left molar | 8/30/2008 |
Q: i am a 70 year old woman- i have an abcess in my left upper molar - there is no tooth behind it - ...
A: I apologize for the delay in answering your question. I had a computer problem since the weekend ...
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| resorbtion | 8/30/2008 |
Q: I have just had the nerve removed from a tooth which has been causing me enormous pain and my ...
A: From your description I cannot tell if the resorption is external or internal. The diagnosis and ...
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| When to extract a sensitive cracked tooth | 8/29/2008 |
Q: My #30 molar has been sensitive to bite for a couple years. I've had two root canals and two ...
A: You have been prolonging the inevitable. It is pointless to keep treating this tooth, when it is ...
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| Wisdom Teeth | 8/28/2008 |
Q: I'm 16 years old and my dentist told me that they are close to the nerves and i had a chance of ...
A: NO! You will NOT be paralyzed when you reach your 20's!!! Don't let your dentist scare you... As I ...
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| Lips (parts of face) swollen on and off | 8/27/2008 |
Q: I am in the process of having a few filling, and scaling and root planing procedure done to my ...
A: I am sorry to hear about your troubles, but it does sound like an allergic reaction to something. ...
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| pedi partial | 8/27/2008 |
Q: My 8 year old son had a permanent front tooth knocked out recently. He is having difficulty wearing ...
A: As a parent (I have a boy and a girl), my heart goes out to you, and I understand you wanting to do ...
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| Wisdom Teeth | 8/25/2008 |
Q: I'm 16 years old and my dentist told me that they are close to the nerves and i had a chance of ...
A: Just by having wisdom teeth, you do not have any chance for paralysis or anything else. However, if ...
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| Craze lines and IPR | 8/25/2008 |
Q: First off, my orthodontist did IPR on my teeth against my will. I was wondering what your opinion of ...
A: IPR is a very common procedure, often necessary to compensate for teeth being slightly too wide for ...
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| my teeth | 8/24/2008 |
Q: ok my right front tooth is starting to turn black at the the bottom and the to the second tooth from ...
A: Rebecca: It sound like you have many problem with your teeth. However, to get to a proper treatment ...
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| RE: Bite change | 8/23/2008 |
Q: I am an RDH & had RCT on #16 which is in #15 position due to the fact that I have no 2nd molars. The ...
A: I am so sorry to hear about your situation and that it has been going on for so long... This is a ...
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| gum pain when biting | 8/22/2008 |
Q: Yesterday, my upper right gum started hurting suddenly. At first, the pain was around a tooth where ...
A: Somehow your question was directed into the Junk-mail folder, and I just received the e-mail from ...
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| Crown Lengthening | 8/19/2008 |
Q: Dr. Kaufman, I recently had a crown lengthening procedure due to the fact that my dentist violated ...
A: The problem is not with the gums, but with the quality of the crowns placed. If the crowns are ...
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| sore in mouth | 8/17/2008 |
Q: I wear dentures, thought this sore was a result of them rubbing. However it is not going away and ...
A: Rule of thumb: If it goes away in two weeks, it is an irritation-- No problem. If it has been ...
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| Complicated problem possible Allergy | 8/17/2008 |
Q: One month ago I had two composite resin fillings put in. At the time I had a swollen salivary ...
A: Sounds like two possible scenarios: An allergy to the preservatives in the anesthetic solution, or ...
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| brace for 10 yr old | 8/14/2008 |
Q: Kaufman Very sweet of you to take your time to help other. Thank you for taken the time answer my ...
A: As a parent, I feel for you. You want the best for your child, and that is understandable. ...
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| loose bridge | 8/13/2008 |
Q: My father has a 4 unit bridge that is loose on one end. His dentist has discussed the possible ...
A: Although your dentist's idea appears excellent, it ignores a very simple fact... the biologic ...
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| Please help. Running out of hope. | 8/12/2008 |
Q: Help I’ve been to every dentist and specialists with no relief. Some information from reports are: ...
A: I took my time and ran your story by several colleagues...an ENT, OMS, and a Periodontist. We all ...
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| Dental and Health Insurance Question | 8/11/2008 |
Q: First of all thank you for reading this. I'm going to try and make this as short as I can. I'm a 36 ...
A: I really feel for you. I am not that much older than you are and I understand your plight. ...
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| Swallowing Difficulty | 8/10/2008 |
Q: A couple of years ago I had a root canal in a tooth next to #31, and during the procedure I had ...
A: This is a copy of your question earlier, but please do not get your tooth extracted. It sounds like ...
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| Swallowing Difficulty | 8/10/2008 |
Q: A couple of years ago I had a root canal(in a tooth next to #31) and during the procedure I had ...
A: What is happening to you is fairly common and it involves muscles called the superior constrictors. ...
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| Dental Antibiotics | 8/9/2008 |
Q: I have 3 broken teeth. they are severely infected. The pain is in my lower right jaw, the right ...
A: Amoxicillin is the right antibiotic. The dosage is 500mg three times a day. If the infection is ...
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| missing tooth | 8/8/2008 |
Q: One of my adult teeth did not come down, so I am missing a tooth on the top near the front of my ...
A: Yes there are two ways to restore your missing tooth without committing you to a costly fixed ...
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| fixed bridges | 8/8/2008 |
Q: recently my dentist broke my partial that I had for 20 years and cannot seem to replace it ...
A: If you are missing teeth #18, 19, and 20, and the fixed bridge you are talking about spans from #17 ...
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| Heavily decayed mesial side | 8/5/2008 |
Q: My upper molar needs RCT, core buildup, and a crown. The decay was extensive on the mesial side, ...
A: There is only one view here... in order to make a proper crown, the finish line has to come down to ...
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| hurting gums | 8/5/2008 |
Q: I am from England I went to the dentist last Friday for him to do some scraping and cleaning on the ...
A: It is difficult for me to tell without a physical examination whether the gum in that are will grow ...
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| Ruined porcelain on crown & bridge | 8/4/2008 |
Q: I had a loosening on the front crown of a 3 upper molar bridge. The back crown was firmly adhered so ...
A: I'm sorry to hear about your trouble. ...and you are right, it always helps to know about possible ...
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| One front tooth | 8/3/2008 |
Q: I only have one upper front tooth. My teeth just grew this way and as far as I know this is ...
A: Yes you can. Make sure to ask the dentist to see before and after pictures of work previously done, ...
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| bridge vs implant | 8/2/2008 |
Q: #10 needs to be extracted. #11 needs a new crown (only a temp there now). I'd like to replace the ...
A: I congratulate you for posting the most debated question that the dental profession has had in a ...
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| novacaine | 8/1/2008 |
Q: Can permanent nerve damage be caused by giving a novocaine shot incorrectly? I was given 3 on my ...
A: Sorry for the delay answering your question. I left the office for the weekend to spend it with the ...
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| Cerec Crowns | 8/1/2008 |
Q: I'm not sure if you are familiar with the Cerec crown but I had one done and it was cemented and ...
A: Each state has its own regulations regarding extended duties or dental employees. In saturated ...
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| One front tooth | 7/31/2008 |
Q: I only have one upper front tooth. My teeth just grew this way and as far as I know this is ...
A: There are three ways in which one can restore a missing tooth: 1. Removable denture (flipper). A ...
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| Chip my 2 front teeth | 7/31/2008 |
Q: i fell down and chipped my 2 front teeth this happened like 8 years ago when it happened i felt no ...
A: Unfortunately, the best thing you can do for your teeth is to repair them with composite bonding ...
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| severe chronic pain after filling replacement | 7/29/2008 |
Q: After part of my molar fell out I went to get my filling removed because I was worried it would also ...
A: You should go back to your dentist and have the filling adjusted properly. However, I would ...
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| Dental Bridge | 7/29/2008 |
Q: I have a bridge on my lower jaw in the middle that my previous dentist had made for me about five ...
A: Do not do anything without a second opinion! A rocking bridge is not a diagnosis. It is a ...
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| infection? | 7/28/2008 |
Q: i had a root canal back when i was 17, my jaw was too small to get a crown so they told me to wait ...
A: You MUST go see a dentist. You are pregnant. I do not know in what trimester you are, but if there ...
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| Complications after surgery | 7/26/2008 |
Q: I had all 4 of my wisdom teeth extracted about 20 hrs ago. My right side will not stop bleeding even ...
A: The problems that you are describing are common enough, but are serious. Call your oral surgeon! ...
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| broken tooth with crown | 7/25/2008 |
Q: I had a crown placed a few years ago. The crown fell off and 1/2 of the tooth is broken off in the ...
A: You options are as follows, in order of best to less desirable: 1. Have a dentist evaluate your ...
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| Black line on teeth | 7/24/2008 |
Q: I have a few black line/spots on some of my teeth. I had them there a couple of years ago and had a ...
A: Your problem is very common especially if you smoke, drink red wine, eat food with heavy coloring, ...
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| Dentistry and Orthodontist | 7/24/2008 |
Q: Is it illegal to be both a dentist and orthodontist? and i had my braces for EIGHT years, i asked ...
A: A dentist is a general term. Like physicians, dentists go to college for four year. After that, ...
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| Crowned tooth still has pain | 7/23/2008 |
Q: Kaufman, I had a tooth crowned many years ago and it was not seated properly. There was space ...
A: Since you told me that you have had the crown for many years, I am assuming that you are an adult. ...
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| invisalign or lumineers | 7/23/2008 |
Q: i am debating on what method to use to fix my teeth. i have two top buck teeth that are jutted out a ...
A: I would suggest first talking to a Prosthodontist. The specialist in restorative, cosmetic, and ...
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| severe chronic pain after filling replacement | 7/22/2008 |
Q: After part of my molar fell out I went to get my filling removed because I was worried it would also ...
A: First of all, do not panic! You are describing a situation that happens when a tooth dies. The ...
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| implant problem | 7/22/2008 |
Q: 21/2 years ago I had 4 dental implants. 5&6 implant did fine, but 11 & 12 still having problem with ...
A: I am sorry that you have lost faith in dentistry, but it appears to me that the only faith that you ...
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| palate expansion | 7/21/2008 |
Q: my daughter (just turned 15)was slow to lose all of her baby teeth with 4 left to go. Her ortho ...
A: I tried to find a close up picture of Yamaguchi, and it looks as if she had had pre-molar ...
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| Pressure behind molars | 7/20/2008 |
Q: In recent trips to my dentist he informed me, I had one more cavity to fill on one of my lower jaw ...
A: Sorry for the delay in the response. I get lets of junk mail and the e-mail of your question was ...
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| gum care | 7/19/2008 |
Q: Kaufman, My husband has had laser surgery (LANAP) to correct 6,7 & 8 pockets on one quadrant of ...
A: Like with anything in life, how quickly, or frequently, is not really the determining factor, but ...
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| Crown | 7/19/2008 |
Q: I had a permanent crown placed a few days ago on a lower back molar. It seems that I can feel and ...
A: You are completely right! If you have a gap that you can notice, and feel, the bacteria in our ...
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| Got my chipped tooth fixed and it doesn't feel quite right | 7/18/2008 |
Q: I went yesterday and had my front tooth on the top fixed. It has been slightly chipped for many ...
A: No, it IS NOT NORMAL to feel what you are feeling. A restoration of a tooth should bring it back to ...
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| complicated tooth extraction | 7/18/2008 |
Q: I had tooth #30 removed last week after a failed crown and a failed root canal. the tooth has been ...
A: A dry socket is usually cased by the inability of the body to form a blood clot in the socket. It ...
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| palate expansion | 7/17/2008 |
Q: my daughter (just turned 15)was slow to lose all of her baby teeth with 4 left to go. Her ortho ...
A: I have a daughter, as well, although she is only 3 and 1/2, and I understand our concern for her ...
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| Chipped filling, necessarily requires replacement or touch up? | 7/17/2008 |
Q: I chipped a filling a few months ago. Part of the biting surface that was previously covered by the ...
A: There is so much information that is missing from your description...tooth number, surfaces of the ...
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| Complications after extraction of wisdom teeth | 7/16/2008 |
Q: I had my lower 2 wisdom teeth removed a little over a week ago (7/5/08). A couple days later, I'm ...
A: Time to go see and oral surgeon. You might be having a condition called dry socket. It happens ...
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| partial after braces | 7/16/2008 |
Q: My daughter has had braces for about 3 years They took them off after the 2 1/2 years we had to put ...
A: As a parent, I understand you concern. Yes, it is quite common not to bring teeth to close spaces, ...
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| upper molar extraction | 7/15/2008 |
Q: Kaufman, On June 19, my end molar had a root canal. After the root canal, it was discovered the ...
A: You should definitely consider getting an implant to replace a missing tooth, if there is an ...
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| teeth shifting | 7/14/2008 |
Q: I am 30 years old and my wisdom teeth are impacted. They ate not bothering me in any way. I did see ...
A: All the research done years ago has shown that wisdom teeth do not cause shifting of teeth. ...
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| Dental Implants | 7/13/2008 |
Q: Kaufman, I had 4 upper implants done this past week, on July 10th. They were 2 eye teeth and 2 ...
A: I have tried to answer your question twice since Sunday. I don't know why it does not register on ...
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| Should I get a crown? | 7/13/2008 |
Q: I had a root canal done about a year ago on one of my molars. The dentist didn't put a crown on it. ...
A: Here are the recommendations from the American Association of Endodontists: 1. A final restoration ...
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| eye teeth | 7/12/2008 |
Q: I was reading an article that said if you remove the eye teeth you could reduce facial height. Is ...
A: The reason that all the dentists you have spoken to will not remove the eye teeth for you, is ...
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| Extraction, Bone Graft, Implant | 7/11/2008 |
Q: the tooth next to my front one on the right had a root canal filling 20+ yrs ago, it's been crowned ...
A: Sorry for the delay answering you question, but I was out with my family this weekend and did not ...
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| My daughter Gracie | 7/10/2008 |
Q: Please help my daughter Grace is 14 she has been diagoised with a few adult molars missing. the ...
A: Calm down...the major cause of having missing teeth is genetics. It is not something that you can ...
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| NTI night guard | 7/10/2008 |
Q: I had and wore a NTI night guard for many years. Recently it broke. The dentist that rx'd it for ...
A: I'm sorry to tell you but $400 is actually a really great price. I'm in New York City and the ...
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| Can an upper right molar cause numbness? | 7/10/2008 |
Q: I want to give you a little background, although I am not sure if it related or not. I first ...
A: This is an emergency. First thing this morning you should contact an oral surgeon and go in to get ...
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| reasons for tooth loss | 7/9/2008 |
Q: I have no insurance so I have not been to a dentist in five years or more. I recently broke a tooth ...
A: A major component of tooth loss is actually GENETICS. There are plenty of people that, no matter ...
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| veneers necessary? | 7/9/2008 |
Q: I have been given two conflicting points of view and I would appreciate another opinion. My teeth ...
A: Your Orthodontist is probably right. As long as the teeth are in the right place and you will wear ...
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| dentistry abroad | 7/8/2008 |
Q: I have been afflicted by a cosmetic dental problem ( a misplaced tooth) and also periodontal ...
A: It all depends upon what level you want your treatment to be... We have clinics such as Vital Europe ...
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| Molars-to extract or not | 7/7/2008 |
Q: Kaufman: Looking for a second opinion. We have an awesome, super smart dentist (USC trained) and ...
A: Since I cannot evaluate your son, I can only recommend you see a similarly trained Prosthodontist ...
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| bridgework | 7/7/2008 |
Q: Kaufman: I have inserted three Zimmer Tapered Screw-Vent Implants in places of teeth ## 28, 29 and ...
A: I'll answer the questions in the order that you have posed them: 1. It is very possible to make an ...
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| repeat root canal or extraction/bridge? | 7/6/2008 |
Q: I'm a US Citizen currently living in NZ. I had a root canal and full gold crown here in NZ (first ...
A: You have an active infection. It has to be treated right away. Go, find a new Endodontist to ...
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| Bone fracture left after wisdom teeth removed | 7/5/2008 |
Q: I recently had a surgery to get two of my wisdom teeth removed. My dentist failed to remove the ...
A: Yang: Standard practice is referring to an oral surgeon who is the specialist in the area. Leaving ...
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| extract eye teeth, go for implant | 7/4/2008 |
Q: I would like to ask a question... - all my eye teeth extracted except number 32 - number 30 ...
A: I think that you are mixing some tooth names and numbers. The lower canines are numbered 22 and 27. ...
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| Molars Separating due to Extraction | 7/4/2008 |
Q: Zev, Thanks for being here and answering the patients questions. I will try to be short and clear: ...
A: Adel: Again, you are trying to put the cart before the horse. You are not the one who should be ...
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| My Fillings keep falling out | 7/4/2008 |
Q: About a year ago, I had 2 fillings put in, one on each of the very back bottom molars. Within a ...
A: It is difficult for me, without a proper clinical examination and X-rays to pass judgement, but ...
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| Molars Separating due to Extraction | 7/3/2008 |
Q: Zev, Thanks for being here and answering the patients questions. I will try to be short and clear: ...
A: Adel: The problem is not between #17 and #18 as you stated. The real problem is why a healthy 26 ...
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| extract eye teeth, go for implant | 7/3/2008 |
Q: I would like to ask a question... - all my eye teeth extracted except number 32 - number 30 ...
A: Fist of all, I am assuming that since you are 43 you have most of your teeth. Eye teeth are a ...
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| Pain after filling | 7/2/2008 |
Q: In January, I had 5 fillings done on the upper teeth. I also had a upper right wisdom tooth pulled. ...
A: I understand your many questions and frustrations. However, many of the questions are premature. ...
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| Long-Dead Tooth | 7/2/2008 |
Q: I have a tooth in my mouth that has been dead for about 4 or 5 years now. About 4 years ago i went ...
A: Please do not panic. You should be fine. The story you have heard is an urban myth. Dental ...
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| equilibration | 7/2/2008 |
Q: I have had five implants done, both upper and lower, and been released by the oral surgeon to have ...
A: Equilibration is a very serious matter. Our neuro-muscular system is very delicate and can be ...
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| Tooth extraction | 7/1/2008 |
Q: Almost a month ago I had one of my molars extracted, well I'm just wondering what is the normal time ...
A: The normal time for a wound to close is as follows: Two weeks for soft tissue healing and two months ...
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| cavity | 7/1/2008 |
Q: i was just told i have a small cavity on the inside of a molar, in between that one and the next ...
A: I'm sorry, but without proper X-rays and examination I cannot advise you in this matter. However, ...
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| Concerned I may have chosen the wrong Dentist. | 7/1/2008 |
Q: For around 10 years I took incredibly poor care of my teeth. Something I will regret till the day I ...
A: I am so sorry for your troubles, especially since you are so young to have so many. Situations such ...
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| bridgework | 6/30/2008 |
Q: Kaufman: I have inserted three Zimmer Tapered Screw-Vent Implants in places of teeth ## 28, 29 and ...
A: www.zimmerdental.com is the website for Zimmer. It has a catalogue and a tech support number. The ...
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| IRRITATION LEFT LATERAL TONGUE | 6/30/2008 |
Q: KAUFMAN...I HAVE HAD CHRONIC IRRITATION TO THE LEFT LATERAL TONGUE AREA FOR OVER 1 YEAR. 2 BIOPSIES ...
A: Please do not go pulling any teeth out! Situations like yours could be caused simply by stress and ...
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| dentistry abroad | 6/29/2008 |
Q: I have been afflicted by a cosmetic dental problem ( a misplaced tooth) and also periodontal ...
A: I come into contact with many international dentists here in New York. Many of the top European ...
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| Gum Swelling Causes | 6/29/2008 |
Q: Kaufman; A little over a year ago I had a root canal on tooth #14 (Second from the back, left side, ...
A: You are probably right. The fracture in your tooth is well bellow the gum line and cannot be ...
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| partial plate not fitting | 6/28/2008 |
Q: Kaufman, I had emailed you earlier about my bottom partial plate and this is a follow-up ...
A: Sorry for your troubles, but aside of going to a specialist (the Prosthodontist) there is not much ...
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| Abcess | 6/26/2008 |
Q: I have major problems with my front teeth and a "normal abscess in my lower jaw it has been drained ...
A: Sorry to hear about your troubles. However, you MUST go to your local dentist or a hospital ...
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| shock-like pain | 6/26/2008 |
Q: recently I have been experiencing a shock-like pain that comes intermittently for no apparent reason ...
A: The human body is a very complicated system. There could be many reasons for many symptoms. There ...
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| veneer pain | 6/24/2008 |
Q: I had 6 veneers replaced in November 2007(one on a crown). Since then I have had to crown 2 of the ...
A: I am at a disadvantage, since I do not have X-rays, picture, or the ability to examine you myself. ...
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| Retained root tip | 6/24/2008 |
Q: I am 28 years old and had my lower left wisdom tooth extracted by a general dentist. The tooth was ...
A: I will answer your questions in the order asked: 1. It is not common practice to leave root tips ...
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| Retainers | 6/23/2008 |
Q: Are the retainers that can be bought online the same quality as going to the dentist? Thank you for ...
A: I have never heard of retainers that can be bought online, but I guess one can buy anything on ...
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| Implications of extracting tooth #2 vs. RCT | 6/22/2008 |
Q: I'm in quite a rock and a hard place regarding tooth #2. It is a certain root canal, but after ...
A: I understand your concern, but here are some thing to consider: 1. Root canal treatments, done ...
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| Popcorn Kernal... ugh | 6/21/2008 |
Q: OMG... this annoying popcorn kernel has been in my mouth for a week. I am never eating popcorn ...
A: Sorry that I could not answer your question any sooner. This was busy weekend. However, there are ...
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| alveoplasty (not sure spelled right) | 6/20/2008 |
Q: IN 6 DAYS I'M HAVING FOR THE "7TH" TIME FOR BONE REDUCTION SO DENTURES WILL FIT IN MY MOUTH. 22 MOS ...
A: Sorry for your trouble, but I think that the main problem is not money, but communication between ...
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| Dentures | 6/19/2008 |
Q: June18,2008 I had all 10 of my upper teeth removed on May 28, 2008 and had a full upper immediate ...
A: The metallic taste that you have in your mouth could be related to the healing extraction sites. ...
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| implants with a fixed bridge | 6/18/2008 |
Q: i have a fixed bridge on top of my mouth from eye tooth that has a crown to the other eye tooth with ...
A: I understand your concern. However, connecting implants and teeth is not the best idea. Teeth are ...
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| teeth sensitive to cool water | 6/17/2008 |
Q: I think one or two of my upper-left molar(s) are a little bit sensitive to cool water. I found out ...
A: I do not particularly endorse any company or product. I am a firm believer in "no-excuses" JUST ...
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| hydrogine peroxide | 6/15/2008 |
Q: how many times a day can i gargle with peroxide? i am just using it as a rinse i.e-no gum disease ...
A: Georgina: The hydrogen peroxide that you are using is not enough in concentration, duration, or ...
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| teeth sensitive to cool water | 6/15/2008 |
Q: I think one or two of my upper-left molar(s) are a little bit sensitive to cool water. I found out ...
A: The answer is: YES. It has everything to do with your pulp. A tooth has three layers. 1. Enamel. ...
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| RPE | 6/15/2008 |
Q: My rapid palatal expander was (finally) removed last Friday. I got my RPE installed on Dec. 20, ...
A: The whole premise of an RPE is to expand your palate while you are growing and bring it into proper ...
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| Dental Crown | 6/14/2008 |
Q: After root canal therapy on the tooth to the right of my 2 front teeth.. it was recommended that I ...
A: Not only can you "grind down" the ridge... but you MUST do that. A Crown, or any other restoration ...
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| Abcest tooth | 6/12/2008 |
Q: Can you please recommend an over the counter medication to relieve serious pain of what appears to ...
A: The best over the counter combination that you might try in 400mg (two 200mg tabs) ibuprofen ...
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| Lumineers | 6/12/2008 |
Q: Kaufman, my fiance was born with what I want to call gingival hyperplasia but I'm in the wrong field ...
A: Congratulations on your upcoming wedding. I can understand your urgency and want to give your ...
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| Dental Crown | 6/12/2008 |
Q: After root canal therapy on the tooth to the right of my 2 front teeth.. it was recommended that I ...
A: There are better and worse dentists in every country. Having said that, I would recommend for you ...
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| cavity | 6/11/2008 |
Q: "i have a cavity just started stage need to know what strong toothpaste will cure it thanks in ...
A: To date, there are several tooth pastes that advertise that they contribute to the remineralization ...
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| Lost Rubberbands in gums | 6/11/2008 |
Q: My daughter (age 17) had 5 rubberbands lodged in her gums for months unbeknownst to her or us. She ...
A: As a parent I can only sympathize with your concern. At this point, since I do not have the luxury ...
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| Stain under filling on front tooth | 6/10/2008 |
Q: I chipped my front tooth several months ago and had a filling put in. Several days ago I was eating ...
A: I am so sorry, but to my knowledge there is nothing that you can do at home. You should go back to ...
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| dry socket and exercise | 6/9/2008 |
Q: Got my two lower wisdom teeth extracted on morning of June 2nd...Wednesday the throbbing pain ...
A: In general, the reason that most doctors would probably advice against exercise it that excess blood ...
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| dental crowns | 6/9/2008 |
Q: I am in the middle of working with my dentist to replace my four front upper crowns. I am not happy ...
A: You have a common dilemma. Dentistry, just like any other profession is also economically driven. ...
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| dental crowns | 6/9/2008 |
Q: I am in the middle of working with my dentist to replace my four front upper crowns. I am not happy ...
A: I am surprised and very happy that you managed to get all of your money back. Good for you. My ...
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| mouth | 6/8/2008 |
Q: I have blackspots on the inside of my cheeck, what is it & should I be worried?
A: From your description, it is impossible for me to make a proper diagnosis. The spots could be just ...
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| extracting a RCT tooth | 6/7/2008 |
Q: My upper second molar had RCT three years ago, and I moved countries so was unable to get a crown in ...
A: At this point, since your tooth had been treated three years ago, and was left unfinished, as you ...
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| Open margin on crown | 6/6/2008 |
Q: Dr. Wong put in a crown on my #2 in '05. I recently had pain in that tooth, and my new dentist gave ...
A: ...so let's get couple of things straight before we make some decisions... Margins of crowns do not ...
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| root canal on a tooth with a bridge | 6/6/2008 |
Q: I am scheduled to have root canal on a tooth covered by a bridge. Is it better to have the bridge ...
A: Let's start with your last question...yes, it is safe to take a valium or any other anti-anxiety ...
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| implants | 6/5/2008 |
Q: I'm considering getting a single implant and was wondering if there is any possible auto immune ...
A: It is more than my pleasure to be of assistance. The teeth is a day technique is an excellent ...
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| Marilyn/Maryland? bridge | 6/4/2008 |
Q: I have had a Marilyn (sp?) bridge in place for several months, but it came loose at least twice in ...
A: A Resin Bonded Bridge (Maryland Bridge) is a very difficult restoration to execute properly. The ...
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| implants | 6/4/2008 |
Q: I'm considering getting a single implant and was wondering if there is any possible auto immune ...
A: To my knowledge, there have been no reports in the professional literature of autoimmune reactions ...
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| discomfort after extraction | 6/2/2008 |
Q: I had a molar removed about 2 months ago - molar was right next to where my wisdom tooth had been ...
A: Two things can be happening here: 1. You had a piece of tooth break off during the extraction and ...
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| implants | 5/29/2008 |
Q: with Doctor Gideon Kay and I have an implant in my mouth and need to know what make it is? Can you ...
A: I'm so sorry to hear that you are stuck in the middle of your treatment. However, there are over 50 ...
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| Apicoectomy | 5/29/2008 |
Q: I had an apicoectomy approximately two years ago. This was done by an inexperienced dentist, who ...
A: Sounds like that area has gotten re-infected. You must go and see a dentist or a Prosthodontist as ...
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| Gum healing after a wisdom tooth extraction | 5/29/2008 |
Q: I just had all four of my wisdom teeth extracted a week ago. I have been looking at my lower right ...
A: Normal soft tissue healing takes two weeks on average. Bone takes longer: 2-3 months for initial ...
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| how important is it to have a CEREC crown? | 5/27/2008 |
Q: Four years ago, I had treatment for a crack in my frontmost left molar (the crack went exactly ...
A: Once again, wishful thinking focusing on materials rather than technique. I've listened to ...
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| Crown on cracked molar | 5/26/2008 |
Q: I'm thinking of having a crown made for a cracked/ fractured lower molar, which is painful on biting ...
A: You are correct. There are different ways and combinations thereof of preparing teeth to receive a ...
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| full arch overdenture over my 7 implants | 5/26/2008 |
Q: What would you consider better for upper mouth, porcelain full arch or acrylic? Will the acrylic ...
A: If you are referring to an implant retained overdenture, plastic teeth would probably be your better ...
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| full arch overdenture over my 7 implants | 5/25/2008 |
Q: What would you consider better for upper mouth, porcelain full arch or acrylic? Will the acrylic ...
A: Generally, acrylic dentures are easier to repair and maintain. However, they do not last as long as ...
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| how important is it to have a CEREC crown? | 5/23/2008 |
Q: Four years ago, I had treatment for a crack in my frontmost left molar (the crack went exactly ...
A: Your situation is not uncommon. It happens in every field of medicine and dentistry when new ...
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| pain after root canal | 5/23/2008 |
Q: This is my third day after my root canal done on one of my very front tooth. I did not experience ...
A: I am so sorry to hear that you are still having pain. Nevertheless, my Endodontist recommended ...
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| pain after root canal | 5/22/2008 |
Q: This is my third day after my root canal done on one of my very front tooth. I did not experience ...
A: I took the liberty and discussed your case with one of my trusted Endodontists (root canal ...
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| Restoration of Root Canal in Lower Right Molar | 5/21/2008 |
Q: I got a root canal treatment done in New Delhi in Feb 2006 in one of my lower right molars. I had a ...
A: I hope that by "another doctor" you mean an Endodontist! Don't waste your time with another general ...
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| Crown | 5/21/2008 |
Q: My dentist told me i need a crown. The tooth (upper molar) has had a filling but he says it is ...
A: A crown is a restoration of a tooth to proper shape and form using metal and/or ceramic (porcelain). ...
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| full-mouth bridge vs. all-on-four procedure | 5/20/2008 |
Q: I am trying to decide whether or not proceed with a full-mouth upper bridge, or switch plans to an ...
A: The "all on four" procedure has been advocated for years by Dr. Paulo Malo from Portugal, using the ...
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| Restoration of Root Canal in Lower Right Molar | 5/20/2008 |
Q: I got a root canal treatment done in New Delhi in Feb 2006 in one of my lower right molars. I had a ...
A: No! It is not "normal" to have pain for so long. Remember that even your dentists are human. They ...
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| Fillings vs Crowns | 5/19/2008 |
Q: Obviously I prefer the low cost of fillings to the high cost of crowns. My teeth feel perfectly ...
A: I am so sorry that you have taken offense to my answer. It was not meant to be offensive, but ...
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| implant | 5/19/2008 |
Q: my question about the case of three inserted implants but i get one loose after two weeks is there ...
A: Hossam: You have given me very little information. However, immediate load cases are risky and ...
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| dental crowns | 5/18/2008 |
Q: I am in the middle of working with my dentist to replace my four front upper crowns. I am not happy ...
A: As a Prosthodontist, I see patients like yourself way too often. It is a real tough situation. I ...
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| permanent crown on, but part of tooth bad | 5/17/2008 |
Q: I had my lower right, 3rd from the back, tooth preped and permanent crown is on it. After six ...
A: Sorry to hear about your problem. There could be several reasons for your pain: 1. About 20-25% of ...
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| Painful spot on gums/clicking jaw | 5/16/2008 |
Q: I'm experiencing pain in the back of the left side of my mouth right near where the upper set of ...
A: I am glad that you are getting an appointment to see a dentist! Dental problems never go away, and ...
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| tooth extraction | 5/16/2008 |
Q: I have a question in regards to a back lower right molar I had removed about a month ago. I was in ...
A: Please don't waste any more time. An extraction should feel fine and tissue should heal over in two ...
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| post extraction problems | 5/15/2008 |
Q: I had a tooth (#18) pulled 4 days ago. I was on antibiotics BEFORE the extraction. I had to go ...
A: This is exactly the reason that there are specialists in any area of medicine and dentistry. Your ...
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| Adult tooth not coming in | 5/14/2008 |
Q: On November 23, 2007 I got my baby canine tooth pulled. It still to this day has not came in. there ...
A: It is hard to answer your question since I do not know any details such as your age, and your dental ...
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| Still have major swelling 3 weeks after bone graft sugery. | 5/13/2008 |
Q: I had both of my back right teeth extracted over 3 weeks ago. 3 days after the surgery I had major ...
A: There could be many reasons as to why you still have pain. As a matter of fact your description of ...
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| Jaw realignment | 5/13/2008 |
Q: In December of 07 I had my jaw realigned by surgery. I was told that there would be a lot of ...
A: It is absolutely imperative that you contact your Oral-Maxillofacial Surgeon! The air bubble could ...
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| Teeth and Gums | 5/12/2008 |
Q: For the last two years now my fathers gums have looked very pink and swollen and his teeth are ...
A: It is incredibly important for your father to go to a dentist. Periodontitis (disease or the jaw ...
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| food getting caught under partial plate | 5/11/2008 |
Q: I had a new partial plate recently made. I have crowns and have never had cavities under them with ...
A: Removable partial dentures are the culprit. However, they are the better evil. If you do not have ...
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| Crown | 5/9/2008 |
Q: I have a crown on the back lower molar that came off. It is about 5 yrs old. My dentist ...
A: Your dentist might be talking about bone grafting a deficient area, or removing some bone (crown ...
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| mouth guards | 5/9/2008 |
Q: I am about to get fitted for a new mouthguard. I would say that I have moderate to sever grinding at ...
A: There is a significant difference between a soft and a hard night guard. There are also several ...
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| Orthodontic treatment leading up to orthognathic surgery (BSSO & LeFort 1) | 5/9/2008 |
Q: About a year or two ago, I had the opportunity of having a full examination done by a team of ...
A: The fees you are quoting are not unreasonable at all. I am located in New York City and I work with ...
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| extraction after failed root canal | 5/9/2008 |
Q: I had the root canal re-treated in the past month which still didn't work and tomorrow is the ...
A: There is nothing much that you can do to prevent a dry socket. Most importantly DO NOT SMOKE! that ...
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| Temporary bridges | 5/8/2008 |
Q: Just got my Temp Bridge And I look like BUGS BUNNY Not only is it OVER BITE (which i was told was to ...
A: The answer to your question is: Absolutely NOT! The provisional restoration (temporary) is the ...
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| maryland bridge | 5/8/2008 |
Q: Kaufman, I've lost teeth #4 & #5 to root resorption, and #3 was long ago extracted for orthodontic ...
A: A properly designed cast metal removable partial denture will afford you reasonable biting power. ...
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| maryland bridge | 5/8/2008 |
Q: Kaufman, I've lost teeth #4 & #5 to root resorption, and #3 was long ago extracted for orthodontic ...
A: A Maryland Bridge is contraindicated in your case. It is designed for very small, non-stress ...
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| sweet taste at point of dental crown | 5/7/2008 |
Q: I recently had detnal surgery. I had a bone graft (my bone from the jaw) put in my front of my moth ...
A: It is highly unlikely that Titanium or the screws used for the graft are the cause of the taste you ...
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| Tooth Extraction | 5/6/2008 |
Q: First of of all thank you for offering this service! My upper-left 1st molar had a cavity when I was ...
A: We evolved from primates. If you examine their jaws you will see that they are longer and offer ...
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| headache,toothache | 5/6/2008 |
Q: my mother was referred to a endodontist by her dentist due to severe headache and toothache. she has ...
A: I am sorry, but I cannot answer the question you posed. Pain is never desired, but is, sometimes, ...
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| root canal problem | 5/5/2008 |
Q: I had a root canal on my bottom back tooth a week ago and ever sense i have horriable pain and ...
A: Boar Kellie: The problem can be of a different origin than the root canal. It is not un-common to ...
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