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| Subject | Date Asked |
| Tooth Extraction or Crown Lengthening/Root Canal | 1/25/2012 |
| Q: I'm 31 y/o and on both my top and bottom furthest to the rear molars on the right side of my mouth I ... A: That's a good question. Your dentist is right, you would need a timely and costly procedure, with ... | |
| Root Canal Issues | 1/21/2012 |
| Q: Dr. Schwartz-- I had a root canal in tooth #3 just over 3 weeks ago, and am still having some issues ... A: Yes, it is possible that there is some nerve left inside the tooth that may be causing you ... | |
| Do I have failed root canal symptoms? | 1/13/2012 |
| Q: I had a root canal in my back upper left tooth 9 months ago. Three months ago, I had generalised ... A: Yes, I would recommend seeing an endodontist. It's possible that either the root canal is failing, ... | |
| Jaw | 1/5/2012 |
| Q: Hello which dentist should I see to make sure my jaw is properly aligned and in the right place? A: You would want to see both an oral surgeon and an orthodontist. The orthodontist can make sure that ... | |
| Temporary filling material | 12/30/2011 |
| Q: I bought and used a temporary filling kit...Dentek....to use on a tooth that was previously broken. ... A: I don't 'think' the Dentek is the problem. It sounds to me like your may have an infection from the ... | |
| tooth pain after resin filling | 12/23/2011 |
| Q: Recently I have been experiencing a sharp pain when chewing on my back molar. Last week I had a ... A: Yes, it is possible that this will get better with some time. After a filling is placed inside the ... | |
| Possible Infection Under Crown | 12/21/2011 |
| Q: I have had a previous root canal and a porcelain crown with posts placed in 2007 on my maxillary ... A: Yes, you most likely do have some sort of infection under the crown. I would recommend that you see ... | |
| Apicoectomy or Root Canal Re treatment? | 12/19/2011 |
| Q: Schwartz, First I want to thank you for taking the time to read this. I will so greatly appreciate ... A: Whew! That is a lot going on! Depending on whom you ask, you will always get a different opinion. ... | |
| should i get a root canal? | 11/22/2011 |
| Q: On 5/23/11 I went to dentist A for a cleaning. On his invoice it shows 5/23/11 Periapical single, ... A: It sounds to me like the tooth is fractured. There can be a crack deep within the tooth, and every ... | |
| cavitities | 11/19/2011 |
| Q: i apologise if for the length of this message but i dont know where else to turn. ive been having ... A: I wish I could help you more, but without a physical examination and radiographs, my answer may seem ... | |
| pin that was put in crooked & in gum | 8/24/2011 |
| Q: I began having severe pain in the gum areas of my right side that moved around. Thought maybe I had ... A: If the pin wasn't protruding from the tooth to the gums, then the tooth is most likely fractured. In ... | |
| Extreme pain after extraction, not dry socket | 8/21/2011 |
| Q: I had extreme pain in my tooth on Tuesday, so I went in for an emergency appt. I found out My top ... A: I would recommend returning to your dentist. It can be dry socket, and would need to be cleaned out ... | |
| Bluish gray spot on my gums | 8/18/2011 |
| Q: Im 19 female, and I brush my teeth daily. Ive never had any cavities or dental work done and never ... A: Without seeing the area, I can't give you an appropriate answer. However, I can give you some advice ... | |
| Teeth sensitive to hot food and drinks but not cold. | 4/17/2011 |
| Q: A few months ago I had two fillings because of cavities. Now this past week I have been getting a ... A: Usually this happens when the cavities that were in the teeth are very deep. There may have been ... | |
| Why Bridges | 2/21/2011 |
| Q: I have 2 missing rear teeth that were removed over 50 years ago. One on each side. The adjacent ... A: You're both right! :) Your dentist is right for the following reasons; - The teeth may still shift ... | |
| Retained baby teeth, adult canines in wrong position | 2/20/2011 |
| Q: ) I am a 34 year old female missing my adult canine teeth. One of my baby teeth cracked when I was ... A: I would see an orthodontist for a consult. You definitely sound like you would 100% percent benefit ... | |
| baby top front four teeth | 2/19/2011 |
| Q: our dentist recommended to extract four top front teeth of my 26 months old boy. I read in one of ... A: The first thing is to make sure that the toddler's teeth are well taken care of. It's very early on ... | |
| Root Canal After Fall | 2/18/2011 |
| Q: I tripped and fell on a sidewalk a week ago. I did not chip or crack my teeth but they are ... A: Sorry to hear about this. Often, when people fall they do damage to their teeth. The impact of ... | |
| sore gums after teeth removel | 1/3/2011 |
| Q: waiting to get dentures.. i have on one side( in the lower back area) a small hard little knot that ... A: After multiple teeth are removed, the remaining bone is usually smoothed to help alleviate these ... | |
| sore mouth! | 1/2/2011 |
| Q: i have had puffy-ness in my lower gums the past few days. is there anything i can do from home to ... A: Sorry for the delay in responding. You can try using some warm salt water to rinse with and see if ... | |
| ortho | 10/14/2010 |
| Q: I would like to ask if it is still possible to correct the alignment of my teeth when both of my ... A: Teeth are always capable of moving. As we age, sometimes teeth may move slower, but they can always ... | |
| front tooth crown replacement | 9/17/2010 |
| Q: Dr. Schwartz: I am a 54 yo male, had broken front teeth for the last ~17 years, and after repeated ... A: Please see answers below; >1) Does tooth structure have to be removed or risked at all in >order to ... | |
| Conflicting Dental Information | 9/16/2010 |
| Q: I had 9 crowns and 7 inlays done in 1969, so they're rather old and am beginning to have problems. ... A: I wish I could help more, but without seeing your teeth or xrays, I don't know. One dentist may be ... | |
| Sore mouth! | 9/14/2010 |
| Q: I had a deep filling on one of my top teeth ont the left hand side on Friday 10th Sept. Since then, ... A: Welcome to the wonderful world of dentistry! :) Unfortunately, deep fillings often cause some nerve ... | |
| calified root canal | 8/18/2010 |
| Q: I had an appointment for a root canal today with a endodontist. After I believe 3 attempts he has ... A: The good news is that the endodontist is most trained to do this procedure. So you are in the right ... | |
| Instrument broke in root canal | 7/16/2010 |
| Q: I got my root canal treatment today morning and while doing so, the doctor accidentally broke the ... A: That was very decent of your dentist. There is no need to rush it along. Your dentist is aware of ... | |
| Infection under a bridge | 7/15/2010 |
| Q: I have a 6 year old bridge in the upper right quad of my mouth. One of the anchoring teeth had root ... A: I'm glad to hear that the infection was taken care of. When looking at xrays to perform a root ... | |
| Root canal/crown pain | 7/14/2010 |
| Q: I had a dentist do a filling on a molar just below the gumline 3 wks ago. I was in extreme pain for ... A: It sounds kind of normal to me. The residual pain can last up to 1 or 2 weeks later. Especially ... | |
| 3 failed root canals in 3 years | 6/19/2010 |
| Q: The 3rd root canal is failing as we speak...on my second round of clindmyican and anticipate on ... A: I wish I could offer more advice. Have you seen a physician to make sure that you are healthy? ... | |
| teeth shifting due too wisdom teeth | 6/18/2010 |
| Q: I never had my wisdom teeth taken out. I was supposed to like 15 years ago but they never gave me ... A: It sounds like you know your stuff. :) I don't know if the wisdom teeth are to blame for the ... | |
| root canal on children | 6/17/2010 |
| Q: My son is 8 years old. The general dentist that we took him to be seen found a cavity that he said ... A: The answer is yes and no. Root canals are performed on children teeth. However, they are not the ... | |
| Filling | 6/16/2010 |
| Q: My wife had a filling done, and had lots of pain off/on for a month. She went back twice to that ... A: I don't think this is malpractice necessarily. Here's my take on it; - Yes, the old filling should ... | |
| Root canal and crown | 6/15/2010 |
| Q: I had went to the dentist and I had three root canals back the end of November it's been seven ... A: I am sorry to hear about this ordeal. I would suggest seeing another dentist, as this office seems ... | |
| Inflamed & receding gums | 6/14/2010 |
| Q: I am a 21 year old male who used to brush less but lately have brushed around once a day before bed ... A: There can be a number of factors involved in this. First off all - you want to make sure that you ... | |
| pain while performing root canal filling | 6/4/2010 |
| Q: My dentist started to do the root filling, now I went 2 days,(weekly). I am given anasthisia and my ... A: Sometimes, if the nerve is very inflammed, it is painful. Your doctor needs to be able to properly ... | |
| bridge work | 4/21/2010 |
| Q: I have recently had a 5 bridge (front right back) i have a really bad overbite,so when i close my ... A: If I understand you correctly, the porcelain of the bridge has chipped off. This is a common ... | |
| gum inflammation after crown placement | 4/13/2010 |
| Q: I had a crown placement on a front tooth about a month ago. My gums seemed to heal properly and I ... A: I would recommend going back to your dentist to make sure everything is alright. It can be ... | |
| too much fluoride | 4/12/2010 |
| Q: I brush twice a day, after brushing I use a tooth restoring mouth wash. Is there any problem with ... A: The amount of fluoride in these products, especially if they are over the counter, would not be ... | |
| Can I use my old mouth guard? | 3/19/2010 |
| Q: Years ago I got a mouth guard to prevent teeth grinding. It is a hard plastic guard that covers my ... A: As long as your old mouthguard fits, and doesn't cause any discomfort, you should be able to wear it ... | |
| can laser treatment crack a crown? | 3/18/2010 |
| Q: Can you please tell me if laser treatment is preformed for/on the gum tissues and it was done near ... A: The way a laser works is to emit a pulse of heat energy which destroys unhealthy gum tissue. ... | |
| tooth pain | 3/16/2010 |
| Q: i've got a pain in one of my tooth 2-3 months ago & went to dental institute in our country.(sri ... A: If the pain is that intense, then there must be some sort of dental clinic or hospital you can go ... | |
| hot tooth | 3/12/2010 |
| Q: im doing rc on left 2nd mand molar,my pt hav visited me 3 times but im not able to deroof the ... A: This does happen once in a while. You can try the following, if you haven't already, but I don't ... | |
| root canal removed | 3/10/2010 |
| Q: I have just had my root canal tooth removed as I believe it may have something to do with me having ... A: I am not sure how to respond to this. I personally have never heard of needing to have a tooth ... | |
| implants -after one year | 3/4/2010 |
| Q: I'm having oral surgeon check on two implants (incisors) a year after placement. Please tell me what ... A: The bone around the implants usually recedes back to the first implant thread. Anything more than ... | |
| root canal on wisdom tooth | 12/11/2009 |
| Q: I am experiencing discomfort from one of my bottom wisdom teeth. It is very sensitive to ... A: Wisdom teeth are usually very curvy and difficult to negotiate. This can make the root canal ... | |
| root canal temporary filled | 12/10/2009 |
| Q: i am in root canal treatment on my lower jaw (leftside) third teeth from wisdom teeth.. only second ... A: Until you get a permanent crown on the tooth, you want to be careful. Only eat soft foods, no hard ... | |
| periodontal disease | 12/7/2009 |
| Q: One of my front teeth became very loose and had to be pulled. My dentist said i had advanced ... A: I'd recommend you go see a periodontist. This is a dentist that specializes in just the gums and ... | |
| Filling Removal | 12/6/2009 |
| Q: How much would it cost (just a relative price range) to have my amalgam filling removed and replaced ... A: The price can range from $150-$1200. It depends on how much tooth structure is remaining, and what ... | |
| recent bridge - bad taste | 12/4/2009 |
| Q: Schwartz, about 1 month ago I received my permanent bridge, covering the upper incisors to the eye ... A: I will offer some thoughts, but this is a tough question. First off all, even though the meal is on ... | |
| cerec crown | 12/3/2009 |
| Q: Yesterday I received my 1st crown, a cerec. The back side is rough and snags dental floss. It seems ... A: It's normal for the tooth to feel rough for a few days after insertion. The floss shouldn't snag ... | |
| Crowns and root canals | 12/2/2009 |
| Q: I have been to my dentist and she has decided i need my front two teeth crowned, but not for sure if ... A: Yes, you can have the temporaries made before the root canals are performed! The only difference is ... | |
| Biting pain after composite filling | 11/4/2009 |
| Q: Schwartz, I had a couple of composite fillings a week ago in my next-to-last molar on top. I'm not ... A: Welcome to the wonderful world of dentistry! :) Unfortunately, everyone reacts differently to ... | |
| Front teeth options | 11/3/2009 |
| Q: I have plenty of dental work that needs done that I've put off the last couple years because like so ... A: A dentist will probably do the front teeth first, as long as you understand that the other teeth ... | |
| Pain when flossing | 11/2/2009 |
| Q: I had a filling on one of my top molars several months ago. When the dental assistant took out the ... A: I'm not sure what exactly happened. It can be that the rubber dam clamp was placed in a way that ... | |
| crown | 11/1/2009 |
| Q: i just got a permanent crown on my two back teeth. the very back one is gold covers the complete ... A: First of all - you shouldn't feel silly calling the dentist! Especially when you are in this amount ... | |
| Whitening | 10/18/2009 |
| Q: There seem to be several different approaches to this. I've seen dentists advertise a one treatment ... A: This is a hotly debated topic in dentistry. Let me give you a brief breakdown of my opinions; - ... | |
| chlorhexidine | 10/17/2009 |
| Q: I understand that chlorhexidine-containing mouth washes can stain teeth and bonding. Just wanted to ... A: Chlorhexidine (Chx) causes superficial stains on the teeth that can easily be removed by your dental ... | |
| Root Canal and waiting | 10/16/2009 |
| Q: About a year ago I went to my dentist because I had a very painful toothache. Come to find out he ... A: You hit the nail on the head. Originally, you felt pain because the nerve was dying. So you were ... | |
| Black in the cracks of two molars | 10/2/2009 |
| Q: I was hoping you could help, it's a simple question. In the cracks and crevices of two of my molars ... A: Without examining the tooth, it would be hard for me to say. It can be a stain, especially if your ... | |
| Black on crown of back molars | 9/8/2009 |
| Q: I just noticed in the past day or so that I have black on my lower back molars in the crown. I had ... A: Do you have a dental crown on the tooth? If so, then this is normal if the crown was made with a ... | |
| root canals | 9/6/2009 |
| Q: I've had a heck of a bad dental year with my molars resulting in two root canals and two ... A: Sometimes, the pain can linger on for a while. If the pain is still as intense as ever, then see and ... | |
| 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'm glad to hear that you are interested in dentistry! It's a fun and rewarding experience, but the ... | |
| Pain after Fillings | 9/3/2009 |
| Q: 2 and a half weeks ago, I got 5 white fillings on the back left side of my mouth, 3 on the bottom ... A: If the filling was deep, it is common to feel pain for a period of time. Everyone is different, so ... | |
| Site Preservation following extraction | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: I had molar #three extracted due to extensive eternal resorption in June 2009. At that time, site ... A: I'll try to do my best, but since I don't have xrays or a view of your mouth, my knowledge of this ... | |
| Crown | 8/19/2009 |
| Q: Last week I had a permanent ceramic crown cemented. The tooth did NOT have RCT. Acrylic temp. was ... A: 8 weeks is a long time to have a temporary crown on the tooth! :-o I would recommend letting your ... | |
| 7 month old baby teeth bumped out | 8/5/2009 |
| Q: My 7 month baby already pulls to standing and he is very fast when he crawls. He crawled over to a ... A: I am sorry to hear about this. You do need to take him to a dentist to make sure that the teeth are ... | |
| 2nd molar removal | 8/4/2009 |
| Q: I have had the upper 2nd molar removed and the bottom 2nd molar removed on the opposite side...with ... A: When removing teeth, they need to be removed in pairs. Otherwise, they will shift and can cause ... | |
| apiectomy | 8/3/2009 |
| Q: right, this is a bit of a long story but here goes: over a year ago now, i started experiencing ... A: I am sorry to hear about this predicament. Root canals can be very difficult procedures. Sometimes ... | |
| braces | 8/2/2009 |
| Q: what is the price of adult braces? A: The price ranges based on location, severity of treatment, and type of braces. Average costs range ... | |
| re-occuring cheek swelling | 8/1/2009 |
| Q: The left hand side of my face is swollen again!! I have no pain and visit my dentist every 6 months ... A: This is a tough question to answer. The reason could be one of many, and a thorough work up and ... | |
| braces and root damage | 7/17/2009 |
| Q: After an x-ray, the dentist identified 4 teeth that need to be removed because of damaged roots and ... A: Sorry for the delay. I thought I responded to this much earlier, and I realized that I never fully ... | |
| invisalign | 7/2/2009 |
| Q: I am a 25 year old male considering getting orthodontic treatment again. I had braces for 6 years ... A: Sorry for the delay in getting back to you. Invisalign is a great way to move teeth in an invisible ... | |
| Troubling 2nd molars | 6/9/2009 |
| Q: Schwartz: I am 46. I see my dentist regularly for cleanings (every six months) and x- rays (once a ... A: This is a tough question. It sounds to me like a cracked tooth. However, if your doctor is 100% ... | |
| advice | 6/9/2009 |
| Q: I need your advice on something. I am having problems with my root canal and I have been referred ... A: I see no harm in going to get a free consult. Worse case, you can request a copy of your xrays and ... | |
| Burn just below lip after root canal | 6/9/2009 |
| Q: I just had the first part of a root canal done yesterday and some of whatever is put in a tooth to ... A: It most likely is one of two things; 1. An etchant, used to condition the enamel and/or dentin of a ... | |
| Infection/Pain | 6/1/2009 |
| Q: Schwartz, I have a question in regards to infections. If infection were to cause pain for a ... A: That's a good question. Many teeth have more than one root to them. Therefore, the infection can be ... | |
| crown | 5/3/2009 |
| Q: I have a crown that has broken off and it is one of my front teeth. What sort of strong adhesive ... A: I am sorry to hear about this. Fixodent does usually work well. If it's not holding, the pharmacy ... | |
| Cavity under filling? | 5/3/2009 |
| Q: Schwartz, A few months ago, I had a broken composite filling replaced in 14. There was decay ... A: This is a tough question.. :) In my opinion, digital xrays are superior to traditional ones. The ... | |
| RC | 5/2/2009 |
| Q: I wanted to ask you a few general questions. After a RC, can a tooth still feel hot, cold, sweet ... A: After a tooth has a root canal, it should not be sensitive to sweets or cold sensations. This is ... | |
| apicectomy | 5/2/2009 |
| Q: I have recently had a root canal done on a lower jaw pre molar tooth. I cracked it around 2 years ... A: Without xrays or seeing your mouth this is a tough call. It depends on why the tooth is not ... | |
| Post-filling sensitivity when flossing | 5/2/2009 |
| Q: Dr. Schwartz, about 3 weeks ago I had resin fillings on my back molar teeth #18, 19 and 20 and they ... A: Depending on how deep the cavities were, will determine how long it takes to heal from them. If they ... | |
| possible problem with my root canal | 4/20/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal about 2 years ago on tooth 2, and it still hurts till this day. I mean, it does ... A: I am sorry to hear about this problem. The cause of your pain is most likely one of two things; 1. ... | |
| gum pain | 4/3/2009 |
| Q: i am suffering with gum problem.i met one dentist she gave SPORIDEX 250mg,DICLOMOL.But it couldn't ... A: Did you ever get a cleaning and proper examination? Most likely, the teeth and gums are highly ... | |
| bridge vs. implant | 3/28/2009 |
| Q: I recently had root canals (in Thailand where I live) on two back lower teeth. At the end of the ... A: Does the other tooth need a cap? (The other tooth where the bridge will connect to?) If not, then ... | |
| root canal | 3/23/2009 |
| Q: I suspect I have a root canal that has gone south. I got this canal about three years ago and last ... A: It's hard to say what the problem is without xrays and examining you. Here's what I would suggest; ... | |
| 12 year molars | 3/17/2009 |
| Q: almost a week after surgery my mouth continues to hurt. should my mouth still be in pain? Also, on ... A: It can take up to 2 weeks for the pain to go away. If there is some extra bone there, let the ... | |
| root canal | 3/16/2009 |
| Q: recently, upon taking new x-rays, my dentist noticed tooth decay on my molar #15 and advised me to ... A: If the tooth does need a root canal, and is otherwise a good, functioning tooth, I would try to save ... | |
| Root Canal Failed | 3/16/2009 |
| Q: I was just told by a new dentist that my root canal has failed - that there is a "chronic infection" ... A: How did your doctor come to this conclusion? Is the tooth or surrounding area painful? How long ago ... | |
| Wisdom teeth gum healing | 3/16/2009 |
| Q: Dr. Schwartz, thank you for taking the time for my concern. I had a lower impacted wisdom tooth ... A: That's a good question. As long as the site is healing, albeit slowly, you are on the right track. ... | |
| novacaine on tongue | 3/9/2009 |
| Q: Sat. morning around 8:30am a novacaine injection was administered to my jaw, tooth number 30. A ... A: The anesthetic hitting the tongue probably has nothing to do with this. Did your dentist administer ... | |
| RCT on Tooth #3 - Core Build Up or Crown? | 3/9/2009 |
| Q: I had rct therapy on tooth #3. My dentist states that since my tooth is "dead", she's not going to ... A: Once a root canal has been performed, the tooth is essentially dead. The living part of the tooth ... | |
| Root Canal | 3/9/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal about a year ago and was suppose to have a crown put on the tooth. Lower right ... A: You should tell the dentist it is an emergency, and need to be seen sooner. Or, you should see an ... | |
| delay in teething of my baby | 3/5/2009 |
| Q: My baby is 19 months old but have only two teeth in the upper and two teeth in the lower jaw . Do ... A: Everyone's teeth come in at a different time. Yes, there are time frames, but those vary greatly. I ... | |
| sudden bite change/post root canal pain | 3/5/2009 |
| Q: First let me start by saying that I have TMJ and I am a grinder/clencher, especially at night, but ... A: If the nightguard was made properly, then the bite shouldn't really have changed at all. The ... | |
| post root canal pain | 3/3/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal 7 days ago and am still in pain. I basically can't chew using the tooth. Even ... A: It can be one of a few things; - After the root canal, the tooth can still be sensitive for up to ... | |
| Invisalign | 2/23/2009 |
| Q: I started invisalign in February of last year and had a total of 10 trays. The first month went well ... A: I wish I could help you out more here, but this out not an easy thing to answer. Here's what I ... | |
| root canal pain | 2/20/2009 |
| Q: I just had a root canal done two days ago on tooth #19. The pain before the surgery was absolutely ... A: It can be normal to still be feeling these symptoms for a few days following the procedure. If the ... | |
| Yellow teeth | 2/17/2009 |
| Q: I am 30 years old and have always had yellow teeth--that's my natural color. I have never smoked, ... A: If your teeth are naturally yellow, then bleaching is definitely something you should try. As long ... | |
| root canal | 2/16/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal done about 12 years ago - recently the metal post broke and than the tooth broke- ... A: I would recommend seeing a dentist ASAP. Depending on the level of the fracture, and the remaining ... | |
| Pain after rebonding of bridge | 2/12/2009 |
| Q: Good Morning, Three days ago I had to go to my dentist because the top left bridge (3 teeth) had ... A: It could be one of two things; 1. The bridge wasn't cemented exactly the same way as it was put in ... | |
| Crown restauration | 2/11/2009 |
| Q: Dr. Schwartz, Last year I had 3 crowns replaced. The first one was under the insurance plan and the ... A: It sounds like you've been through a lot. Unfortunately, the only real way to know what type of ... | |
| Wisdom tooth filling | 2/11/2009 |
| Q: I was hoping you could give me an opinion. About four weeks ago, I had a relatively severe cavity ... A: Often, when a cavity is very deep, the nerve inside the tooth can get affected. When a cavity is ... | |
| Needle | 2/10/2009 |
| Q: Last week when I went to the dentist I received full mouth x-rays. When the dentist came into the ... A: I would go to a competent oral surgeon for another opinion. If indeed it is a needle or something, ... | |
| Question failed root canal | 2/10/2009 |
| Q: Schwartz, I had a root canal (with an abscess prior to the root canal) and crown on tooth #29 around ... A: It's possible that the tooth is fractured. Often, fractures don't appear on xrays, as they are ... | |
| extraction | 2/10/2009 |
| Q: I had one of my wisdom teeth extracted three weeks ago. It had it for over 6 years and had gotten a ... A: Everyone heals up differently. Some people heal right away, with minimal problems, others take ... | |
| problem with new crown | 2/4/2009 |
| Q: I had a permanent crown cemented two days ago. The crown was too tight on one side and the dentist ... A: 1. If the crown is too high, your dentist can easily adjust this. Often, after the crown is ... | |
| broken bridge | 2/4/2009 |
| Q: I had a bridge in back, lower right for over 5 years. No problem with it. two teeth and then a ... A: That does sound like quite an ordeal. Unfortunately, I don't know what to tell you. You can tell ... | |
| Maryland Bridge Question | 2/3/2009 |
| Q: My wife's Maryland Bridge (for one tooth) fell out recently. Todays Dentists seem to not practice ... A: Maryland bridges have fallen out of style since they don't hold up well over time. They often become ... | |
| Extreme pain during normal drilling | 2/3/2009 |
| Q: About 15 years ago, I lost a filling on my left lower molar. It was the second to last one. I went ... A: That does sounds interesting. I don't now if I have the exact answer to this. However, often ... | |
| Please | 1/29/2009 |
| Q: Schwartz, Would you please let me know your opinion and any information you could impart regarding ... A: I am sorry to hear about this experience. Depending on the condition of the teeth previously, is ... | |
| prosthetic work | 1/29/2009 |
| Q: Schwartz, I'd like to get your opinion about prosthetic work on implants, and front lower teeth: ... A: >1. Can a bridge over a number of implants be made from oxide zircon >covered by porcelain, (not ... | |
| Displaced Teeth | 1/27/2009 |
| Q: I hope I'm in the right category. Well, first, I had a basketball game around a week ago. And I ... A: Since you are young, there is a good chance the teeth will heal. When teeth are injured, the blood ... | |
| Root Canal Treatment | 1/26/2009 |
| Q: I have been diagnosed root canal surgery in my 19 molar tooth. I live in Tempe, AZ. I am a ... A: Here is a good endodontist in that state; http://www.endodovgan.com/ However, if you need to find ... | |
| Tooth bled excessively during root canal | 1/26/2009 |
| Q: I recently had root canal performed on two teeth, one a molar and the other a bicuspid, (former ... A: That's a good question. Unfortunately, it's not so easy to answer that. There are many different ... | |
| Marilyn Bridge and Mecury | 1/26/2009 |
| Q: Does this type of bridge pose a mercury risk? Thanks, Dominick A: While technically the bridge does release small amounts of mercury, it is only a miniscule amount. ... | |
| baby cuspid/ eye tooth at 21 | 1/20/2009 |
| Q: Schwartz, I am a 21 year old senior in College. I still have my baby eye tooth, something that ... A: That's a good question. The problem with removing both teeth, is that then there may not be enough ... | |
| Crowns | 1/13/2009 |
| Q: I just got my first 4 crowns on my front teeth 10 days ago. They all have black at the top of them ... A: They usually have that black line, because underneath the porcelain is a metal substrate. By the gum ... | |
| My 5 year olds tooth discoloration | 1/13/2009 |
| Q: About 2 months ago my son was on antibiotics for an illness, since then we have noticed a ... A: Just to clarify, your son already has some adult teeth in his mouth? I am asking, because most adult ... | |
| Crown | 1/12/2009 |
| Q: I recently had a root canal on a back upper molar with a crown placed last week. I can feel a gap ... A: It doesn't necessarily mean the crown was made wrong. It can be that this tooth is more above the ... | |
| Broken tooth | 1/12/2009 |
| Q: Schwartz, Last year I had a root canal with core build up and post insertion after the corner of my ... A: Well, that's a doozy! ;) Depending on how deep the fracture is, will determine the best treatment ... | |
| intermitten pain | 1/12/2009 |
| Q: I had gotten a root canal though a tooth that had been capped prior to this about 7 mos after that I ... A: Just to make sure I understand, you are saying that now is 7 mos. after the root canal has been ... | |
| shaving porcelain crowns | 1/8/2009 |
| Q: I wonder what is the name of shaving /filing machine, which used on the porcelain crowns? is there ... A: I really wouldn't recommend doing this yourself. You can easily damage the crowns, underlying tooth ... | |
| Increasing lower gum pain | 1/7/2009 |
| Q: Over the past 3 days, I have noticed pain in my lower gum, where it connects with my lower lip. The ... A: Was the root canal performed anywhere near this area? Either way, a dentist should examine and xray ... | |
| Root Canal | 1/7/2009 |
| Q: "I have a teeth, where a root canal was done some years ago and a crown was fixed. Before 6 months ... A: Well, hopefully it will come out in one piece.. ;) If not, the dentist has a lot of cool instruments ... | |
| Root Canal | 1/6/2009 |
| Q: "I have a teeth, where a root canal was done some years ago and a crown was fixed. Before 6 months ... A: If the tooth is cracked and needs to be removed, then yes, it can. With fractured teeth, they often ... | |
| cap vs. pulling the tooth | 1/5/2009 |
| Q: I have a rather large filling in my bottom left wisdom tooth. Part of the remaining tooth broke off ... A: If it's your wisdom tooth, then I don't think you need to save it. The only disadvantage is that you ... | |
| bonding on crowns? | 1/5/2009 |
| Q: Schwartz, I got 12 porcelain crowns on my top teeth just about 3 years ago. And I have never ... A: Your dentist can try bonding directly to the crowns. The problem is that it's harder this way to ... | |
| bonding on crowns? | 1/5/2009 |
| Q: Schwartz, I got 12 porcelain crowns on my top teeth just about 3 years ago. And I have never ... A: The good news is that there can be changes made to the crowns! There are certain products, that can ... | |
| tooth extraction | 12/31/2008 |
| Q: what should i do if the blood clot from an extracted tooth comes out while eating? A: Happy New Year! If you leave the area alone, then a new blood clot should form normally. Just try ... | |
| broken tooth on a molar root canal | 12/31/2008 |
| Q: My husband had root canal on a 2nd {?} molar about 2 months ago. I though the lab fee for the crown ... A: Happy New Year! As you know, prices vary by region. Here in NYC, the average crown price starts at ... | |
| Root Canal while pregnant | 12/30/2008 |
| Q: I was wondering if it is ok to get a root canal while pregnant. My OB says the procedure itself is ... A: Happy New Year! If you need the root canal done, get it now before the infection gets worse and ... | |
| novacaine problem | 12/30/2008 |
| Q: I went to my dentist yesterday to get a crown put on. The dentist gave me two injections of ... A: Happy New Year! There can be a myriad of reasons why it didn't work; 1. The anesthetic wasn't ... | |
| Lower jaw | 12/30/2008 |
| Q: I have recently went to my dentist and had a pano taken and when she was telling her asst what ... A: Happy New Year! I am sorry to hear that you have been dealing with this. Although your doctor saw ... | |
| gum problems | 12/22/2008 |
| Q: (I hope I did not ask you this before - I apolgize if I did - I don't think so though). I have a ... A: Good question. Root planing is used to remove the bacteria from inside the pocket. This is an ... | |
| abscess tooth | 12/21/2008 |
| Q: I am 30 years old. I went to the dentist Thursday and he gave me 500 amoxiciellen? my face was ... A: I am sorry to hear about this. I am not sure why a root canal or extraction wasn't performed. The ... | |
| Swollen Parotid Gland | 12/21/2008 |
| Q: I know this is not a dental question but I've been trying to research my symptoms for the last 2 ... A: I would advise you to see an ENT. Do you have very dry eyes and a dry mouth usually? If so, this may ... | |
| retainer | 12/21/2008 |
| Q: I'm not sure if this is your area. I wear a clear plastic retainer to prevent shifting teeth (prior ... A: Good question. Teeth love to touch each other. :) When there is a tooth missing, the surrounding ... | |
| root scaling | 12/16/2008 |
| Q: Would you explain what root scaling is and if the work is done through the top of the tooth or just ... A: Root scaling refers to treating the disease above the gum level. However, root scaling is usually ... | |
| Who's Right, Who's Wrong? | 12/16/2008 |
| Q: I have a concern about the welfare of my teeth in the hands of my dentists, past and present. ... A: It's hard to say who is right and who is wrong. Looking at an xay now won't show anything. If there ... | |
| Thinner, | 12/16/2008 |
| Q: I somehow feel that my teeth are becoming thinner and the gums are receding. The gaps between some ... A: Teeth generally get thinner in diameter from the top of the tooth to the root area. Sometimes, the ... | |
| tooth extractions and retainers | 12/15/2008 |
| Q: How soon after a tooth extraction can a person usually wear a retainer and also how soon after may ... A: You should be able to start wearing the retainer a day or so after the extraction. It shouldn't ... | |
| sanitizing a retainer | 12/15/2008 |
| Q: Do you know of any appliance one can buy to sanitize a retainer? (similar to toothbrush ... A: In most drug stores, they sell denture cleaners. They are little kits, where you place water and a ... | |
| bridge | 12/11/2008 |
| Q: Are lower molar bridges generally effective? The bridge would be to the small tooth in front of the ... A: Yes, lower molar bridges are usually effective. However, you do need to account for a few things.. ... | |
| Pulpotomy healing | 12/10/2008 |
| Q: I had a pulpotomy on one of my lower back molars over a week ago and the tooth feels tender and ... A: Are you getting a root canal performed on this tooth soon? The pulpotomy should make the tooth feel ... | |
| Buckling fillings | 12/10/2008 |
| Q: My dentist has recommended that I replace all the fillings (amalgam) in my mouth, as they are ... A: The amalgam fillings over time, do have a tendency to pull away from the teeth. This pulling away ... | |
| internal root resorption | 12/10/2008 |
| Q: 1 1/2 yrs ago tooth #8 had internal root resorption & a root canal was performed by my endodontist ... A: Once the root canal is completed, and all the bacteria are out of the tooth, then the resorption ... | |
| severe jaw muscle pain after filling | 12/9/2008 |
| Q: I had a filling in my lower right tooth. In fact, the denstist had to remove the silver filling ... A: I am sorry to hear that you are not 100% better yet. I would recommend the following; Stay on the ... | |
| Root canal too long... | 12/8/2008 |
| Q: I'll try to explain my situation and hope that you help me out in figuring whats happening to me... ... A: I am sorry to hear about this problem. It's hard to say exactly what is going on. Some people do ... | |
| Swelling 8 days after tooth extraction | 12/8/2008 |
| Q: I had upper molar #15 extracted 8 days ago after a failed root canal. My dentist removed the tooth ... A: It sounds like this was a tough extraction. Even if you followed all the instructions to a 'T', ... | |
| Knocked tooth | 12/4/2008 |
| Q: I was in a soccer game and my front tooth got knocked backward into my mouth but not disconnected ... A: That's why dentist always recommend wearing a sports guard! ;) I'm not as concerned as the ... | |
| internal root resorption | 12/4/2008 |
| Q: 1 1/2 yrs ago tooth #8 had internal root resorption & a root canal was performed by my endodontist ... A: This is a tough one to answer without an xray. I need some more information before I can answer ... | |
| chipped filling | 12/4/2008 |
| Q: Hope you can help me with this one: after a very rough pregnancy and some mis-treatment I went from ... A: Unfortunately, without an xray, I can't say whether you need a crown or not. If both dentists said ... | |
| Root canals | 12/4/2008 |
| Q: I had root canals done on my 4 back molar teeth when I was 17 in Mexico. At the time the dentist in ... A: I am sorry to hear about this experience. Without xrays and seeing the teeth, it would be hard to ... | |
| Root canal or extraction? | 12/3/2008 |
| Q: Schwartz, I have a tooth with a long, sad history. At least 30 years ago it got a gold crown, which ... A: Root canals, if done properly have an awfully high success rate. As long as no cracks or fractures ... | |
| tapping on tooth causes slight discomfort | 12/2/2008 |
| Q: Three months ago I had a root canal on one of my premolars. It has been fine since, but on Saturday ... A: This does sound like an interesting dilemma. I would try avoid eating any hard food on that side at ... | |
| Crown too big | 12/2/2008 |
| Q: I had a crown done a week ago on my last upper tooth and it feels and looks much bigger than my ... A: 1. When a tooth is restored, it usually does get a little bigger. However, most people get used to ... | |
| Pain in new tooth after apicoectomy | 12/2/2008 |
| Q: 2 yrs. ago I had a RC on #2 (rt. upper molar). It became infected and had an apicoectomy performed ... A: Without an xray, this would be a tough one to answer. If your dentist saw no cracks, or pathology ... | |
| Brown Tooth, loose | 12/1/2008 |
| Q: About a week ago I donated blood and passed out from the event, and fell on my face, i.e. my front ... A: I'm sorry that this mishap occurred though. You should see a dentist ASAP. When a tooth is hit, as ... | |
| Chipped Tooth? | 12/1/2008 |
| Q: I just recently bit down on a fork. Hard. I saw a microscopic chip come out, less than a millimeter ... A: Unfortunately, once a part of the tooth is broken, it can't be fixed by itself. All that will ... | |
| severe jaw muscle pain after filling | 12/1/2008 |
| Q: I had a filling in my lower right tooth. In fact, the denstist had to remove the silver filling ... A: Sometimes, when the dentist is administering the anesthetic, the muscles around the nerve get ... | |
| Chipped Tooth? | 12/1/2008 |
| Q: I just recently bit down on a fork. Hard. I saw a microscopic chip come out, less than a millimeter ... A: When you bite hard on something (like a fork), the ligament holding the tooth in place gets injured. ... | |
| Wisdom Tooth Extraction and TMJ | 11/25/2008 |
| Q: I am 41 years old and recently (2 weeks ago) had one of my lower wisdom teeth extracted. It was ... A: I am sorry to hear about this. As you described, you most likely caused some sort of inflammation ... | |
| help | 11/25/2008 |
| Q: had a rc on tooth #3 in late june. crown prep and seating done in july. late august the tooth ... A: This can be frustrating to say the least! I would wait a little longer and see how the tooth feels. ... | |
| after my root canal | 11/24/2008 |
| Q: after i had a root canal, about 3 hours later i realized my tounge was still numb, this was november ... A: That sounds a little odd to me. Do you have an xray of this tooth? Your tongue shouldn't be numb ... | |
| Root Canal to be redone! | 11/24/2008 |
| Q: From time to time since I would feel sensations in my 3rd molar but when my dentist did x-rays they ... A: I understand you concerns about this procedure. Allow me to do my best to honestly answer them. - ... | |
| after my root canal | 11/24/2008 |
| Q: after i had a root canal, about 3 hours later i realized my tounge was still numb, this was november ... A: Is your tongue still numb today?! If so, I would return to your dentist for a follow-up visit. He ... | |
| wisdom teeth extraction | 11/21/2008 |
| Q: I am a 38 year old female. On Monday, Oct. 17 I had my upper and lower left wisdom teeth removed. ... A: I would return to your dentist for a follow-up visit. It can be normal healing, just very slowly. ... | |
| dental cleaning, infection, lymph nodes | 11/20/2008 |
| Q: I had a routine dental cleaning 2.5 months ago. About a week later I noticed that the lymph nodes ... A: It is a very weird occurrence, and it may be related to the cleaning. However, it is very rare, to ... | |
| dental cleaning, infection, lymph nodes | 11/20/2008 |
| Q: I had a routine dental cleaning 2.5 months ago. About a week later I noticed that the lymph nodes ... A: Have you recently seen a physician for a full exam and blood work up? It is very rare that a dental ... | |
| Post filling extreme pain | 11/19/2008 |
| Q: I had a filling redone about three weeks ago. It is on my upper right side about five teeth from the ... A: Good question. Sometimes, when we drill into a tooth, the nerve goes crazy, and only a root canal ... | |
| severe pain after filling | 11/19/2008 |
| Q: I went to the dentist 2 weeks ago and had my last two teeth on the right side filled. I had no pain ... A: I am sorry to hear about your problems. Often, xrays don't give the full story. The only way to ... | |
| lengthening for a crown. | 11/19/2008 |
| Q: A crown lengthening was done on #3 and #5, in prep for crowns. A flap was laid across #4, which has ... A: Crown lengthening (CL) is the process of removing gum tissue and the underlying bone to make the ... | |
| Captek vs Lava | 11/18/2008 |
| Q: In your opinion is there a difference esthetically between Captek crowns and Lava..my dentist's ... A: Good question. Often, dentists will push the materials they feel comfortable with. Both materials ... | |
| Root canal | 11/18/2008 |
| Q: Two years ago I saw my dentist for a sore second molar (bottom left)and was given a root canal and ... A: I'm sorry to hear about all that you're going through. As dentists, we generally like to try and ... | |
| Root Canal, Extraction! | 11/18/2008 |
| Q: My name is Elise and i have a dentist appointment tomorrow morning. I've always been scared of the ... A: To make you feel better - sometimes, if a tooth has a large infection around it, the extraction is ... | |
| pain during a root canal | 11/12/2008 |
| Q: Schwartz My dentist was trying to complete my root canal yesterday-and numbed the area quite a few ... A: The endodontist should have a few more methods of making the tooth numb. He can also numb the bone ... | |
| pain after a bridge removed | 11/12/2008 |
| Q: How long do I have pain for , its been 4 days so far with a lot of pain along my jaw? ANSWER: Hi ... A: The discomfort can last up to about 2 weeks time. After the first 4-6 days it should start feeling ... | |
| RE: extracted teeth | 11/12/2008 |
| Q: i had my uppers and lowers extracted over 2 wks ago and fitted with temporary dentures, which still ... A: You may need to still go back a few times to have them adjusted. In my practice, after about 6 ... | |
| swollen red gums | 11/12/2008 |
| Q: I went to the dentist thinking I had a cavity because my gums didn't seem sore. Now 4 days later, I ... A: Did you see a dentist? If so, what did he/she say? What you are describing may be one of a few ... | |
| Root Canal Filling - Percussion Sensitivity | 11/11/2008 |
| Q: hoping you can help. Approx 6 weeks ago I had a root canal filling done on one of my molars, lower ... A: After a root canal, the tooth is very weakened. That's why it needs to have a crown on it, to ... | |
| Wisdom teeth extraction | 11/11/2008 |
| Q: If all 4 wisdom teeth are to be removed, will that effect the way a person look ? Will it make the ... A: After wisdom teeth removal, you shouldn't really notice any change at all in your profile or ... | |
| perio-scale and root planing | 11/11/2008 |
| Q: Is it okay if my dentist's hygienist does this procedure or should I go to a periodontist? ANSWER: ... A: You definitely need to discuss this with your dentist before continuing with care. Depending on ... | |
| dentures | 11/10/2008 |
| Q: Do you work with dentures? I'm wondering what problems people have with them when gotten just for ... A: Dentures are a great way to replace missing teeth. Do you have the rest of the teeth and are using ... | |
| perio-scale and root planing | 11/6/2008 |
| Q: Is it okay if my dentist's hygienist does this procedure or should I go to a periodontist? A: Yes, that's 100% ok. Hygienists are trained to do these procedures, and go to school to learn how to ... | |
| Pain after Root Canal/Crown/filling | 11/6/2008 |
| Q: a few months ago I had a root canal performed on a tooth that had already been crowned. They drilled ... A: I would go back to the dentist and have him check the bite. It might just be that the bite is high, ... | |
| teeth clenching / receding gums | 11/6/2008 |
| Q: During a period of stress over the past 2 years, I have noticed that I often clench my teeth while ... A: When you clench and grind your teeth, the teeth move around. The teeth are held in ligaments, and ... | |
| tooth resorption | 11/6/2008 |
| Q: Is tooth resorption a risk of rapid orthodontic manipulation as with the use of such products that ... A: Good question. In essence, anytime you move a tooth, there is a chance of root resorption. However, ... | |
| painful tooth | 11/6/2008 |
| Q: I am having a pain issue with a back molar that I recently had a permanent crown placed on without a ... A: Sorry to hear about this.. It seems that the nerve inside the tooth was irritated. Sometimes, this ... | |
| Sensitivity and low-grade fever after crown placement | 11/5/2008 |
| Q: I had a crown put on a molar about ten days ago. Nothing was particularly wrong with the tooth ... A: When teeth have large old fillings, they tend to start breaking down and cracking. This can then ... | |
| Gums/Wisdom Tooth | 11/5/2008 |
| Q: 2 days ago i went to my dentist because my wisdom tooth was hurting for about 4 days and he cut the ... A: It can take up to a week for the area to heal. It will probably be sore for another day or so. In a ... | |
| X-rays | 11/4/2008 |
| Q: Please can you tell me the radiation dose received during an intraoral x-ray using digital ... A: Radiation dosage is measured in Millirems. The yearly occupational dosage limit is 5000 Mrems. ... | |
| underbite | 11/4/2008 |
| Q: my son is 7 years old, and he has lost all 4 front teeth and the 2 next to the 2 fronts on the ... A: I am not a pediatric dentist, so please bear that in mind. However, I would see an orthodontist. If ... | |
| next to my wisdom tooth | 11/4/2008 |
| Q: My wisdom tooth has half come through on one side, and caused me no pain but at the side of it there ... A: It sound like the wisdom tooth is impacted. When it grows in, a part of the gum tissue is still ... | |
| I think I've got a bad dentist | 11/3/2008 |
| Q: I have been seeing this dentist since Aug '05. Have spent $9141. Have come to the end of my rope ... A: When dealing with complex restorative issues, it is more difficult to get the desired results. In ... | |
| jaw pain after replaced filling | 11/3/2008 |
| Q: Two weeks ago I had 2 small fillings on right lower back teeth replaced. My dentist said that they ... A: I am sorry to hear about this. It can be a number of different things; - First off, when you ... | |
| temporary bridge | 11/3/2008 |
| Q: Due to a crazy schedule and a dentist who recently took time off to get married I have had a ... A: As you noticed, the temps do pick up discolorations quite easily. Unfortunately, there is no real ... | |
| what if I postpone my root canal to two months | 10/30/2008 |
| Q: My friend is experiencing a severe pain in her tooth and went to see a dentist. The dentist ... A: The Amoxicillin will help alleviate the pain, but it won't get rid of the infection. She needs to ... | |
| Help!!! | 10/29/2008 |
| Q: My incisor tooth #7 is turning gray, I have no pain 2 years, I had root canal on tooth #8- what can ... A: Teeth usually darken when the nerve inside of it dies. Did you have an accident, or get hit by your ... | |
| Dark Color Tooth | 10/29/2008 |
| Q: This morning while brushing my son's teethes I noticed one tooth was turning black (no pain). He is ... A: I would recommend taking him to see a pediatric dentist. Often, a tooth getting darker in color can ... | |
| Scale Root Planing 1-3 teeth per | 10/29/2008 |
| Q: I went to a dentist who looked at my mouth and he measured the gums in just a few spots and said ... A: Unfortunately, without a dentist to examine you, there is no way to tell what procedure was ... | |
| crown buildup | 10/29/2008 |
| Q: I just had a root canal done by an endodontist. He charged insurance for the root canal and a crown ... A: There seems to have been a lack of communication between your dentist and the endodontist. Here's ... | |
| Scale Root Planing 1-3 teeth per | 10/28/2008 |
| Q: I went to a dentist who looked at my mouth and he measured the gums in just a few spots and said ... A: As you described, an SRP is defined as scaling and root planing. The root of the tooth, where a lot ... | |
| Crooked front teeth | 10/28/2008 |
| Q: If someones teeth were knocked out in an accident, would insurance cover a partial, or implants? A: Most insurances do cover some form of treatment for front teeth. It may be either a partial, ... | |
| exposed nerves | 10/27/2008 |
| Q: I went to my dentist a couple days ago for a cleaning and found out that I had some tissue damage ... A: You need to use a soft headed toothbrush. Also, you need to brush gently, in circular motions. No ... | |
| tartar/plaque | 10/27/2008 |
| Q: With regard to the teeth, could you please tell me whether plaque is part of tartar, or is tartar ... A: Good question. Plaque is basically bacterial junk. The bacteria adhere to your teeth, and form a ... | |
| cracked tooth | 10/27/2008 |
| Q: Two month ago I had an old amalgam filling removed on the second to last right side upper molar ... A: Unfortunately, that is not for me to say. If you don't feel comfortable with your dentist, then you ... | |
| cracked tooth | 10/27/2008 |
| Q: Two month ago I had an old amalgam filling removed on the second to last right side upper molar ... A: That sounds like a tough situation to be in..! I agree with you, that the tooth appears to be ... | |
| types of dental cleaning | 10/24/2008 |
| Q: My adult nephew has moderate mental retardation and I assist him with his dental care including ... A: Unfortunately, I am not sure what you are referring to. It may be that since he had a deep ... | |
| composite fillings, estrogenic? | 10/24/2008 |
| Q: Schwartz, I had 2 composite fillings placed in my teeth when I was 14 years old and am currently 23 ... A: I have not heard about composite restorations having this effect. My opinion is that if there is no ... | |
| Any restrictions with porcelain onlay? | 10/24/2008 |
| Q: I recently got a porcelain onlay on a back molar. I wondered if there are any food restrictions ... A: Congrats on the new restoration! :) Treat it as you would any normal tooth. Do not eat hard food ... | |
| root canal | 10/24/2008 |
| Q: i had a rc done in early july. later in july it was crowned. all was fine until about 6 weeks ago. ... A: Do you have a cold or sinus infection at this time? Sometimes, a sinus issue can masquerade as a ... | |
| Root Canal and questionable prognosis | 10/17/2008 |
| Q: during a sporting accident in June 2008, I broke my front tooth and it cracked at the back up above ... A: I am sorry to hear about this unfortunate series of events! When teeth are physically moved, as the ... | |
| Zinc oxide temporary filling and pregnancy | 10/7/2008 |
| Q: I received an emergency root canal approximately 4 weeks ago, I am going to get a crown placed ... A: I don't know definitively, however, I don't think there is any great risk associated with it. The ... | |
| pressure sensitivity after filling | 10/7/2008 |
| Q: My dentist replaced my amalgam fillings for teeth #19, 20 with tooth colored filling last March. ... A: An xray wouldn't show a fracture. Your dentist can check each of the cusps on your tooth to ... | |
| pressure sensitivity after filling | 10/7/2008 |
| Q: My dentist replaced my amalgam fillings for teeth #19, 20 with tooth colored filling last March. ... A: When you clench your teeth together, with no food in your mouth, do the teeth hurt? While ... | |
| adding enamel to teeth, or ??? | 10/6/2008 |
| Q: My daughter had beautiful teeth, but a bit of an overbite. She wore braces, and after that, a ... A: I am sorry to hear about this experience your daughter had. Unfortunately, there is no way to add ... | |
| Cracked tooth? | 10/6/2008 |
| Q: Can a tooth that had a root canal (with a post) many years ago and is the anchor tooth for a bridge ... A: Yes, the tooth can crack. Actually, teeth with root canals and posts are prone to crack the most. ... | |
| Root Canal with Crown? | 10/2/2008 |
| Q: recently I visited an endodontist as a second opinion bc I have had some discomfort on my left upper ... A: When a tooth is cracked, you get pain to biting on the area. A crown on the tooth, will help to ... | |
| tmj & root canal | 10/1/2008 |
| Q: I was diagnosed with TMJ last year. I had a root canal done yesterday and today i am having severe ... A: I find that some patients have temporary discomfort in the TMJ after a root canal. Not because of ... | |
| Sore gums after wisdom tooth removal | 10/1/2008 |
| Q: I got my upper wisdom tooth removed 4 days ago. I did not have any surgical complications with my ... A: Congratulations on getting your wisdom teeth out! :) Yes, it is normal to feel soreness on the gums ... | |
| broken tooth | 10/1/2008 |
| Q: Last summer I decided to get all of my metal fillings removed and replaced them with white ones. ... A: Unfortunately, there is no real way to tell if the tooth broke during treatment or not. You said ... | |
| loose bridge | 10/1/2008 |
| Q: I have a bridge on the right side of my mouth that covers four teeth total, two missing teeth in the ... A: Bridges can be removed easily. However, the bigger question is why is the bridge loose? If it's ... | |
| root canal infection | 9/25/2008 |
| Q: I had an infection and it was decided I needed a root canal. Ever since the root canal the ... A: I am sorry to hear about your discomfort. How long ago was the treatment performed? In some people, ... | |
| timing and caries | 9/24/2008 |
| Q: I am a 30-year old woman who has, until yesterday, never had dental caries. Yesterday I observed a ... A: Good question! I don't think a cleaning can cause a cavity to happen. However, what I have ... | |
| root canals | 9/24/2008 |
| Q: About 5 years ago at a routine 6 mth check up i was told that they found a external absorption on ... A: In most cases, the resorption is limited to one tooth. However, since no one knows exactly what ... | |
| root canals | 9/24/2008 |
| Q: About 5 years ago at a routine 6 mth check up i was told that they found a external absorption on ... A: I am sorry to hear about these events! Unfortunately, external resorption is not fully understood. ... | |
| Problems after a wisdom tooth extraction | 9/23/2008 |
| Q: I got my wisdom teeth removed 6 months ago by a dentist. He had trouble removing one tooth and had ... A: Sorry to hear about your experiences. I would recommend a trip to a dentist (preferably, an oral ... | |
| discoloration of the gums | 9/22/2008 |
| Q: Two years ago I had crowns insitu on first and second premolar on right and left upper top teeth. ... A: Usually, the gums appear darker since the material inside the crown is dark. Most crowns made today, ... | |
| Front tooth!!! | 9/18/2008 |
| Q: Q I have had a root canal on my front tooth, it keeps going grey and i keep having it internally ... A: Unfortunately, teeth that have had a root canal, do tend to turn grayish, and will continue to do ... | |
| post-wisdom tooth extraction question | 9/17/2008 |
| Q: I got all 4 wisdom extracted 5 days ago. I took good precautions (of not spitting and sucking) as I ... A: You took the right steps, and that is great! It may just be some buildup around the extraction ... | |
| Problems with root canal | 9/17/2008 |
| Q: I have chronic dry mouth which causes me to have ongoing dental problems. It is very frustrating. I ... A: First off, tell you MD about the dry mouth. Maybe there is a different medication that can be ... | |
| Problems with root canal | 9/16/2008 |
| Q: I have chronic dry mouth which causes me to have ongoing dental problems. It is very frustrating. I ... A: I completely understand your concerns, and they are indeed good ones. First off all, if the tooth ... | |
| tooth loss | 9/16/2008 |
| Q: I am a 44 year old with weak enamel. This past weekend I lost #29 bicuspid. The root remains but ... A: You don't want to leave the roots behind. Most likely, they are cariously infected. Leaving an ... | |
| Tooth longer than other | 9/16/2008 |
| Q: What is the price to have your tooth or teeth filed down? A: Each office has their own fee schedule. It depends on what needs to be performed. If the teeth are ... | |
| Composite Filling coding | 9/15/2008 |
| Q: I just took my son in to have cavities filled. The dentist told us at his last cleaning that he had ... A: That's actually a good question. According to what I know, a two surface restoration (D2392) refers ... | |
| Bruised Tooth? | 9/15/2008 |
| Q: I was at the dentist a week ago for a full check up (incl. x-rays) and everything was fine. A ... A: This can be a number of different things. It can be that you are grinding on the tooth, and this is ... | |
| Root canal | 9/12/2008 |
| Q: Schwartz, At the end of June I had a root canal done by an endo on tooth #3 and shortly thereafter ... A: How long ago was the crown put in? Also, when you bite together, with no food in your mouth, does ... | |
| root canal | 9/12/2008 |
| Q: my partner had all four wisdom teeth taken out. They were all impacted so she had to be sedated and ... A: Sorry I didn't see this sooner! Was your partner put to sleep during the procedure? If so, they ... | |
| 3/4 crown and root canal treatment | 9/11/2008 |
| Q: following the advice of my dentist I had on old brittle amalgam filling removed from a molar and ... A: This is a question that I hear quite often. First off, I do agree that the dentist should have ... | |
| Five unit bridge | 9/11/2008 |
| Q: I have three upper teeth missing 10,11 and 12. On teeth next to 10 and 12 I have 2 crowns. I was ... A: Yes, it definitely is possible to make a 5-unit bridge! There are many suitable materials out there ... | |
| Had root canal now pain after cleaning | 9/11/2008 |
| Q: I had a broken tooth due to weakness from a very old filling. Dr. gave me a cap but had pain when ... A: If the root canal was successful, then this particular tooth should feel no pain at all. The nerve ... | |
| Failure of a root canal | 9/10/2008 |
| Q: Recently, I had a bad experience where an upper molar started hurting; my dentist(DDS) gave me an ... A: I am sorry to hear about this occurrence. The best form of treatment, is prevention. By having ... | |
| Abcessed Tooth | 9/10/2008 |
| Q: I went to the Dentist on Monday because I had facial pain in my cheek and thought I had a tooth ... A: You need to return to the doctor ASAP! Even though you have started on antibiotics, further ... | |
| Root canal? | 9/10/2008 |
| Q: I have had a deep filling put in one month ago. Since then, I have had soreness 2-3 times a week, ... A: I would return to the dentist for further evaluation. With deep fillings, the nerve inside the tooth ... | |
| Dying Tooth | 9/10/2008 |
| Q: Recently, a couple of weeks ago, my dentist did a filling on a fairly small (but apparently deep) ... A: I completely understand where you are coming from. Let's answer your questions; A)There are more ... | |
| Gum Grafting | 9/10/2008 |
| Q: Is it worth my while to have my gum grafted where the gum has receded to have a partial plate made ... A: Truthfully, I don't know. Maybe the doctor is afraid that the non-metal hook will accelerate the ... | |
| Root Canal complication | 9/9/2008 |
| Q: First of all, thank you for your time and consideration. I am a 56 year old male who has had a lot ... A: Those are some good questions. When performing a root canal, the dentist needs to get all the way ... | |
| black teeth | 9/9/2008 |
| Q: The way she noticed was it appeared in the front between her teeth, and was subtle. That has gone ... A: Has your daughter seen a dentist recently? Without seeing the teeth, it is hard to tell what it ... | |
| root canal came out | 9/9/2008 |
| Q: i had a root canal done September 5, 2008 and the root canal came out today September 9, 2008 and i ... A: I am not sure what you mean that the 'root canal came out'..? Do you mean that the temporary ... | |
| Bridge | 9/8/2008 |
| Q: I just had a bridge put in less then a week ago. Tiny pieces of food get stuck under the fake tooth ... A: Unfortunately, yes, this does happen with bridges. That's why it's important to keep the area clean, ... | |
| Root end resection or not? | 9/8/2008 |
| Q: I have a tooth(premolar number #21) that has been painful for a few months. My endodontist did a ... A: This is a difficult situation to be placed in. Let's look at your questions.. >1. In your opinion, ... | |
| Dentist says nothing, but tooth keeps hurting... | 9/8/2008 |
| Q: some quick history: Wisdom teeth are removed... June 2005- had large silver colored filling placed ... A: This does sound like a tough one! You did the right thing by getting a night-guard. Has that helped ... | |
| Swallowed Crown | 9/8/2008 |
| Q: I had a root canal (#19) a few years ago and had a crown with a small post attached to it put in. ... A: I am not so concerned about the post/crown getting stuck. My bigger concern would be that it might ... | |
| Crown replacement after root canal | 9/5/2008 |
| Q: I recently had a root canal procedure done on a tooth that already had an existing gold crown. The ... A: I completely understand where you are coming from. In truth, every dentist has their own opinions, ... | |
| Unhappy | 8/28/2008 |
| Q: I have started treatment and just finished the first phase where I am now wearing the temporary ... A: I am sorry to hear about your predicament. Even though on the smile design it looks great, that ... | |
| Root Canal Pain. | 8/28/2008 |
| Q: Two and a half months ago I had a very deep filling on my #30 molar. About three weeks later I had ... A: I am sorry to hear about your discomfort. I would recommend seeing an endodontist as soon as ... | |
| invisaligns | 8/27/2008 |
| Q: I have a deep overbite and I wanted to know if invisaligns can fix it. I have been to 2 ... A: Invisalign is great, but like anything in life, it has it's limitations. The question you need to ... | |
| Internal (non-vital) bleaching | 8/27/2008 |
| Q: Schwartz, I was just wondering if you could give me your opinions on internal tooth bleaching. More ... A: Did you ever fall or get hit by this tooth? If so, that's most likely why it is darkened. Sudden ... | |
| pain after crown | 8/26/2008 |
| Q: I had a porcelain crown replaced after having one for 15 years. As soon as it was done, I felt ... A: Here's my guess.. The gum procedure your doctor did allowed for more of the tooth to be exposed. ... | |
| Tooth Decay | 8/21/2008 |
| Q: I had a root canal and a crown done on the lower left side tooth many years ago. When I went to my ... A: It depends on how extensive the decay was, and where it was located. If the decay was very ... | |
| interproximal filing | 8/21/2008 |
| Q: I have been adamant with my orthodontist about the fact that I didnt want him to smooth the surfaces ... A: There have been a number of studies on this. Most show that polishing between the teeth does not ... | |
| gum | 8/21/2008 |
| Q: I had a tooth pulled a few months ago and now my gum is swollen in that spot. it is not painful, ... A: Sometimes the area of gum above the tooth gets infected. This causes the tissue to become swollen ... | |
| decay & jaw stiffness | 8/20/2008 |
| Q: Both of my top wisdom teeth have been in for many years. I have never gotten the lower ones. The ... A: Sometimes, if there is an infection by the wisdom tooth, then it can cause trismus. Trismus is when ... | |
| Sensitive Tooth | 8/20/2008 |
| Q: I have one particular tooth in my mouth that is sensitive to sweets. My first suspicion was that I ... A: If your dentist is 100% positive that there is no cavity, then I'd be happy. :) It may be that ... | |
| alveoplasty unnoticed | 8/19/2008 |
| Q: last week I had one of my molars removed due to a gum inflammation (under local anesthesia). Then I ... A: An alveoplasty is when the doctor smoothes out the remaining bone, to make sure there are no ... | |
| pain after crown | 8/19/2008 |
| Q: I had a porcelain crown replaced after having one for 15 years. As soon as it was done, I felt ... A: This is a tough one to answer based on the information.. Was the crown redone originally due the ... | |
| Internal (non-vital) bleaching | 8/19/2008 |
| Q: Schwartz, I was just wondering if you could give me your opinions on internal tooth bleaching. More ... A: *If* the tooth does need a root canal, then it may or not need a crown. If there is minimal to ... | |
| Internal (non-vital) bleaching | 8/18/2008 |
| Q: Schwartz, I was just wondering if you could give me your opinions on internal tooth bleaching. More ... A: I think what you are asking is two separate, but related questions. First - does my tooth need a ... | |
| Veneers/Root Canal | 8/18/2008 |
| Q: I had a veneer put on my upper left incisor around 4 years ago. In the past few months I've had a ... A: Dentists will often access the tooth from the back, as to not make the tooth un-aesthetic. I would ... | |
| Veneers/Root Canal | 8/18/2008 |
| Q: I had a veneer put on my upper left incisor around 4 years ago. In the past few months I've had a ... A: The reason you probably needed a root canal was due to decay inside the tooth. If so, this decay can ... | |
| whiteners | 8/18/2008 |
| Q: Is there an over the counter whitening gel you would recommend? I have a mold of my teeth that was ... A: The OTC whiteners are pretty good. They may not be as strong as the dentist prescribed ones, but ... | |
| Mouth | 8/15/2008 |
| Q: I woke up this morning and my whole bottom mouth was swollen. I can not talk and my tongue use to ... A: Yes, you should go to the doctors ASAP! Sometimes, if there is a severe tooth-ache, the bacteria ... | |
| Bridges and Braces | 8/15/2008 |
| Q: Is it a problem with my bridge being loose? My braces are attached to the bridge and its only one ... A: The wisdom tooth shouldn't have anything to do with the bridges. However, I am not sure what you ... | |
| child spacers | 8/15/2008 |
| Q: It seems the pediatric dentists are all on vacation, and I just need to know: my 3 year old has had ... A: Sorry to hear that your daughter is going through this.. The spacers prevent the drifting of the ... | |
| Pediatric dentistry | 8/14/2008 |
| Q: I know you do not specialize in pediatric dentistry but the other expert in pediatrics is out of ... A: If this was my child, I would most likely go with the Nitrous Oxide route alone. I find that the N20 ... | |
| Bridges and Braces | 8/14/2008 |
| Q: Is it a problem with my bridge being loose? My braces are attached to the bridge and its only one ... A: You have braces attached to bridges? Are the bridges supposed to be moving..? Bridges can not move, ... | |
| Re: Cracked Root Due To Zealous Scaling and Planing | 8/14/2008 |
| Q: Re:Cracked Root Due To Zealous Scaling and Planing. I have a cracked incisor root, I believe is due ... A: To be honest with you, I have never heard of such a thing occurring. However, I guess anything is ... | |
| Jaw Pain after Wisdom Tooth Extraction | 8/13/2008 |
| Q: I have read several of the questions on here and would like to figure something out. I had my wisdom ... A: I am sorry to hear about the discomfort you are going through. I think you should try the regimen ... | |
| Build-up for crown | 8/13/2008 |
| Q: What are the practical differences between getting a resin or amalgam build-up for a crown on a ... A: Good question. In all practical purposes, there is no difference. Your dentist may decide to use ... | |
| inlay | 8/13/2008 |
| Q: Schwartz about a month ago i cracked a back molar, the last one, top right, not a wisdom tooth i had ... A: I understand your concern in this matter. An inlay is a porcelain restoration, that is used to ... | |
| Novocaine Injections | 8/13/2008 |
| Q: I am a professional natural bodybuilder and have a concern with having two fillings replaced three ... A: Most dental anesthetics in use today, are metabolized in the liver. Assuming your liver is healthy, ... | |
| Temporary Crown | 8/12/2008 |
| Q: Just went to a new dentist a couple weeks ago.. needed a crown.. got temporary crown. Paid 1/2 down, ... A: I can definitely understand why you are concerned about this. A temporary crown is just that.. ... | |
| LED teeth Whitening | 8/11/2008 |
| Q: I am considering undergoing LED teth whitening. Is that safe. The practitioner tells me there are ... A: While the light can be a cause of sensitivity, it is not the only cause. The whitening gel itself ... | |
| Recementing a crown on the roots of the damaged tooth | 8/11/2008 |
| Q: i am 24yrs old. i am having a problem with a tooth for a few years now and i have a denstist who is ... A: It sounds like your dentist did the best he can to try and save this tooth for as long as possible. ... | |
| Maryland Bridge | 8/7/2008 |
| Q: I have a 14 y.o. daughter with root resorption of tooth #7 due to orthodontia. I've been told she ... A: I completely understand! I am not qualified to say when the best time is to place the implant. I ... | |
| ine tooth longer than other | 8/6/2008 |
| Q: I am a major coward when it comes to visiting the dentist due to a bad experience some years ago. ... A: Don't be embarrassed! A lot of people are afraid of the dentist, due to bad past experiences. The ... | |
| Maryland Bridge | 8/6/2008 |
| Q: I have a 14 y.o. daughter with root resorption of tooth #7 due to orthodontia. I've been told she ... A: I am sorry to hear about your daughter's situation. A Maryland bridge is a 'winged' bridge. You can ... | |
| root canal re-treatment | 8/6/2008 |
| Q: 8-5-08 Benjamin, Is it common practice for a DMD to refer their patients to an endodontist when a ... A: Good questions. >Is it common practice for a DMD to refer their patients to an >endodontist when a ... | |
| boil/bump on gum | 8/6/2008 |
| Q: About six weeks ago, I got a filling in China for one of my tooth. The whole process took about ... A: In most cases, a bump on the gum is an indication of something brewing under the surface. Did the ... | |
| filling keeps breaking | 8/5/2008 |
| Q: My 4-year-old son has a couple of cavities filled. The last one that they did was 2 surfaces on his ... A: If there really is an abscess under the tooth, then he will need treatment. He will either need the ... | |
| pain after fillings | 8/5/2008 |
| Q: I had 4 teeth worked on. It's been a week now and I'm in so much discomfort and pain. Here are my ... A: If the pain is still present, I would return to the doctor for a follow up. It may be that one or ... | |
| evaluation | 8/5/2008 |
| Q: I am going to an oral surgeon to get an evaluation. I had my teeth extracted and a 4 quadrant ... A: By most, an evaluation is a consultation. However, the good part is that depending on the doctor's ... | |
| continuing pain after root canal | 8/1/2008 |
| Q: Benjamin, First, I would like to note I am writing for a lady who does not speak English well. ... A: >1. Would the duration between preliminary canal work and final >completion cause complications or ... | |
| Root Canal | 7/31/2008 |
| Q: I had undergone a root canal(#14) around 6 years ago but did not get the Crown or a permanent ... A: You did the right thing. Even though you had no pain in the tooth, leaving it open for years ... | |
| oral surgery | 7/31/2008 |
| Q: I am desperate for the pain to go away! I had all four wisdom teeth removed almost three weeks ago ... A: I'm glad to hear that you are back on the road to recovery! Just out of curiosity, you weren't taken ... | |
| posts or pins in root canals | 7/31/2008 |
| Q: On another post a dentist answered: "Sometimes a post is placed down into the roots too." Can you ... A: You have a lot of good questions! Here goes... >Can you explain when and why pins and posts are ... | |
| Diagnosis of pulpitis | 7/30/2008 |
| Q: Schwartz, I'm the person who contacted you a couple of weeks ago about the indirect pulp cap with ... A: Do you have any other xrays of this tooth? Has anyone examined the tooth behind it (#18)? Are we ... | |
| oral surgery | 7/30/2008 |
| Q: I am desperate for the pain to go away! I had all four wisdom teeth removed almost three weeks ago ... A: I really feel bad that you are going through this experience. There usually is some pain for up to ... | |
| Diagnosis of pulpitis | 7/30/2008 |
| Q: Schwartz, I'm the person who contacted you a couple of weeks ago about the indirect pulp cap with ... A: From what you are describing it sounds like you might have a fractured tooth. I don't remember if I ... | |
| Dental Bridge | 7/30/2008 |
| Q: I live in Australia and am a 48 year old female. I have a metal bridge that takes the place of my ... A: Most of the mercury is actually in the silver fillings, not in the metal bridges. However, there is ... | |
| front fake tooth | 7/29/2008 |
| Q: i have a crown on a front upper tooth [15 yrs]..when it was about 2yrs old the front half came ... A: The best way to make it stay, would be to have a new crown placed. ;) However, there are some ... | |
| Dentist Recommended Lollipops | 7/29/2008 |
| Q: OK. I realize that dentist recommended lollipops sounds like an oxymoron, but I am going to ask ... A: That's very considerate of you to take this upon yourself. Cavities are caused when fermentable ... | |
| Torn Labial Frenulum | 7/29/2008 |
| Q: "Hello! Over 6 weeks ago, I tore my labial frenulum while asleep and using a night guard for my ... A: This is really a tough case. You can try a hot compress, as it can't hurt. However, whatever damage ... | |
| Torn Labial Frenulum | 7/29/2008 |
| Q: "Hello! Over 6 weeks ago, I tore my labial frenulum while asleep and using a night guard for my ... A: This is really a tough case. You can try a hot compress, as it can't hurt. However, whatever damage ... | |
| Torn Labial Frenulum | 7/29/2008 |
| Q: "Hello! Over 6 weeks ago, I tore my labial frenulum while asleep and using a night guard for my ... A: I guess the scenarios you mentioned are feasible.. Was this a very deep cut? If it was only a ... | |
| VERY BAD tooth pain | 7/29/2008 |
| Q: I had a molar chip (causing a small hole) about 2 months ago and since then I have had off and on ... A: Teeth usually chip when there is a large amount of decay inside of them. The bacteria is actually ... | |
| Torn Labial Frenulum | 7/29/2008 |
| Q: "Hello! Over 6 weeks ago, I tore my labial frenulum while asleep and using a night guard for my ... A: Without being able to examine you, this one is going to be tough to answer. If the trauma occurred ... | |
| my son broke his incisor tooth | 7/28/2008 |
| Q: Schwartz, my son got hit with his own golf ball, that ricocheted from a guard on the field a foot ... A: I feel bad that you and your son had to experience this. However, the good news is that there is ... | |
| Root canel | 7/28/2008 |
| Q: will i be in pain? i just received a free NH root camel, but didn't get a crown, the filling they ... A: The worst part is over. You had the treatment, now you just need to heal. Depending on how vital the ... | |
| Trying to straighten my teeth. | 7/28/2008 |
| Q: I've never been to a dentist in my twenty years of living. When I was younger, my mother took me to ... A: I definitely can understand your concern. Today's dental technology has really made going to the ... | |
| compatibility of over the counter pain meds | 7/28/2008 |
| Q: I was just wondering which over the counter pain meds you can take together, such as : if you have ... A: Yes, you can take Aleve and Tylenol together, since they are two different types of medications. ... | |
| Dry Sockets | 7/25/2008 |
| Q: my name is Angela, I had my bottom wisdom teeth removed 7 days ago, Friday July 18, 2008. After 4 ... A: Dry Socket occurs when a proper blood clot does not form in the extraction site, leaving the bone ... | |
| I am going to lose my teeth! | 7/25/2008 |
| Q: I am hoping you might be able to offer me some advice. My situation seems rather bleak and I am ... A: I am sorry to hear about this predicament you are in. You seem to be trying to get on the right ... | |
| 100% Porcelain Crown vs Porcelain/Ceramic Substrate | 7/24/2008 |
| Q: My dentist suggests a 100% porcelain crown but don't see an Insurance procedure code on my plan to ... A: In my NYC office, we almost exclusively do all porcelain crowns. We always use the ... | |
| Bad taste in mouth since crowns | 7/24/2008 |
| Q: I have a constant metallic like taste in my mouth now that I've had two porcelian crowns installed. ... A: How long ago were the crowns placed? Are these all procelain crowns, or metal fused to porcelain ... | |
| Was it the filling? Nerve damage?? | 7/24/2008 |
| Q: i went to my dentist a couple of months ago and found out that i needed a filling, thing is that it ... A: From what you are describing, it sounds like there may be two separate issues. The first is that ... | |
| my bridge work | 7/24/2008 |
| Q: I have a question regarding the bridge my restorative dentist did. It is a bridge that is on my ... A: The debate as to whether an implant and natural tooth should be connected is an old one. There are ... | |
| NiteWhite treatment | 7/24/2008 |
| Q: I just got my braces off and along with my retainer, my orthodontist gave me a whitening treatment ... A: As you have found out, the peroxide in the product is very strong. It should only come in contact ... | |
| Root Canal Treated Wisdom Tooth | 7/23/2008 |
| Q: I have a dull pain below my wisdom tooth that was root canal treated a year ago. If I have a low ... A: To see a change on an xray, would mean that the bone surrounding the tooth has been modified. Bone, ... | |
| pain after root canal | 7/23/2008 |
| Q: I had a root canal 7 days ago & still in pain. i went back into dentist & he said that there is no ... A: I am sorry to hear about your discomfort. Sometimes, after a root canal treatment, the tooth and ... | |
| Was my DOCTOR going after my money..? | 7/22/2008 |
| Q: WHen i first vistied my doctor for a checkup i was told i had one cavity. Ok so i go get it done. ... A: I completely understand your frustation. When diagnosing a patient, the doctor uses what tools she ... | |
| Strange pain after a crown | 7/22/2008 |
| Q: One week ago, I had the top two rear molars ( 14 & 15) on the left, prepped for crowns. Everything ... A: You know the old saying; "The only silly question is the one unasked". Pain very often is referred ... | |
| Strange pain after a crown | 7/22/2008 |
| Q: One week ago, I had the top two rear molars ( 14 & 15) on the left, prepped for crowns. Everything ... A: Welcome to Murphy's Law. :) If the dentist made certain that 14/15 are not the culprits, then it ... | |
| Jaw Popping | 7/21/2008 |
| Q: I understand that you have answered a question on this exact problem im having, my lower right jaw ... A: In short, if you recently started having 'popping' when you chew in your jaw, then eventually this ... | |
| pulpectomy | 7/15/2008 |
| Q: My 2 yr old experienced trauma to his two front primary teeth in feb. they both slightly chipped and ... A: I don't know the pediatric dentist, so I can not judge. Also, I am not a pediatric dentist, so I am ... | |
| teeth shifting | 7/15/2008 |
| Q: I am 30 years old and have impacted wisdom teeth. I consulted with an oral surgeon and he said that ... A: The debate as to whether wisdom teeth cause shifting in the jaws is an old one. (I personally think ... | |
| pulpectomy | 7/15/2008 |
| Q: My 2 yr old experienced trauma to his two front primary teeth in feb. they both slightly chipped ... A: It's frustrating to see your son in discomfort, and you only want what's best for him. A pulpectomy ... | |
| root canal re-treatment | 7/15/2008 |
| Q: I received a root canal last summer of 07 in my hometown, but wasn't able to afford the crown. My ... A: Yes, the dark area might be healing, as opposed to a new infection. I can't say this for certain, ... | |
| molar extraction | 7/15/2008 |
| Q: Schwartz, On June19, I had a root canal performed on my upper molar. It was realized, the tooth is ... A: Being faced with a decision to extract a tooth is never easy. Let's start backwards, and then I ... | |
| Questionable charges and procedures | 7/15/2008 |
| Q: Schwartz, I recently went to a dentist because an old crown had become pressure sensitive and I was ... A: I too believe that your mind plays a big part in how things turn out. If you have the right outlook ... | |
| Questionable charges and procedures | 7/15/2008 |
| Q: Schwartz, I recently went to a dentist because an old crown had become pressure sensitive and I was ... A: When a tooth with a crown becomes pressure sensitive, there are two main reasons associated with it; ... | |
| root canal re-treatment | 7/15/2008 |
| Q: I received a root canal last summer of 07 in my hometown, but wasn't able to afford the crown. My ... A: Hey Jen, Please look at this picture; http://www.prodentny.com/graphics/endo2.jpg When decay (ie; ... | |
| gum pain after filling | 7/15/2008 |
| Q: I had a small cavity on my one of my first molars on the top of my jaw, and it was filled in early ... A: Did your doctor have an old xray she was looking at? If there is no cavity on the xray, and your ... | |
| gum pain after filling | 7/14/2008 |
| Q: I had a small cavity on my one of my first molars on the top of my jaw, and it was filled in early ... A: Do you have any pain when you drink cold drinks, or eat sweets? What about when you bite down, any ... | |
| root canal re-treatment | 7/14/2008 |
| Q: I received a root canal last summer of 07 in my hometown, but wasn't able to afford the crown. My ... A: To answer your question; yes, a tooth can get re-infected after a root canal, even if it's only ... | |
| my son's teeth | 7/14/2008 |
| Q: My son is almost 10 and until a month ago had all of his baby teeth on the top. He had a grown up ... A: I completely understand your frustration and annoyance at this. However, without seeing your son or ... | |
| hi | 7/11/2008 |
| Q: my jaw popped today i dont feel pain but when i open my mouth it make a slight cracking sound , do i ... A: Where you yawning or was your mouth open wide when this occurred? Either way, you most likely ... | |
| Ceramic Crown Damage | 7/10/2008 |
| Q: A while ago I had a tooth root canalled and a Porcelain or Ceramic Crown placed over it (it was ... A: Yes, often crowns do need to be adjusted at the time of insertion. The reasons can be many-fold; The ... | |
| Ceramic Crown Damage | 7/10/2008 |
| Q: A while ago I had a tooth root canalled and a Porcelain or Ceramic Crown placed over it (it was ... A: If the crack in your crown was very small, then bonding is sometimes used to repair that defect. The ... | |
| pain in adjacent teeth after root canal and crown | 7/10/2008 |
| Q: Schwartz, I had broken my 2nd premolar on my left side, and subsequently had a root canal and crown ... A: If the tooth with the root canal bothers you when you tap on it or eat on it, then I would probably ... | |
| pain in adjacent teeth after root canal and crown | 7/9/2008 |
| Q: Schwartz, I had broken my 2nd premolar on my left side, and subsequently had a root canal and crown ... A: If the bite is off, this will cause inflammation of the periodontal ligament, and thus cause pain. ... | |
| pain in adjacent teeth after root canal and crown | 7/9/2008 |
| Q: Schwartz, I had broken my 2nd premolar on my left side, and subsequently had a root canal and crown ... A: I am sorry to hear that you are having this pain. If there are no lesions noted on your xray, and ... | |
| abcess/gum | 7/9/2008 |
| Q: I took my 21 month old to the dentist yesterday. They said that a abscess. Now they want to remove ... A: If you daughter does have an actual abscess, and the teeth are beyond the point of being restored, ... | |
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- Howard Finnk, D.D.S., P.A., CEO
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Benjamin Schwartz, DDS FAGD
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Expertise
I can answer a range of questions in dentistry, ranging from cosmetic dentistry, fillings, root canals, and comprehensive treatment. Specifically, my fields of interest are in CEREC technology, Invisalign (Invisable braces), and Endodontics (root canals).
Experience
Full time practicing dentist in New York City, treating all phases of adult dental needs.
Specific focus on Invisalign cases, Endodontic (root canal) treatment, and CEREC single visit restorations.
Publications
Schwartz Benjamin, Boczko Fae, McKeon S. Oral Care For The Elderly. Perspectives in Gerontology December 2006
Education/Credentials
New York University College of Dentistry - D.D.S.
Woodhull Medical Center, 1 year post-graduate residency program - GPR
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