| Subject | Date Asked |
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| bone loss | 8/19/2008 |
Q: I have had periodontal problems all of my adult life and therefore have had deep root cleanings 3 - ...
A: Studies have shown that people who have lost teeth due to periodontal disease, can have implants and ...
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| Implant | 7/17/2008 |
Q: I have a crack in the base of one my bottom molars. I was told that I need the tooth removed and an ...
A: In my opinion, you should get this taken care of now, before pregnancy. A cracked tooth can lead to ...
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| gum grafts | 6/12/2008 |
Q: i am a 39 years perio patient having had perio surgery(osseous?)a few times and for the past 15years ...
A: Recession isn't always a bad thing. When a person has a history of periodontal disease and bone ...
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| Adding Bone around Implants | 5/23/2008 |
Q: If bone deterioration has occurred around the top of an implant due to a problem with an adjacent ...
A: it is a great question! Bone grafting as well as gum grafts can be done around old implants. ...
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| Perio scale - Periodontal Disease | 5/14/2008 |
Q: Is it general practice to charge per quad even though only 1 or 2 teeth are involved. Due to an ...
A: There is a different billing code for quadrants with 1-3 teeth. Insurance fees are usually lower ...
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| implants | 5/10/2008 |
Q: You said that for sinus lift procedure you use a bovine-derived bone. How long do you have to wait ...
A: It depends how much natural bone is present beneath the sinus. If there is enough bone to stabilize ...
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| dental flippers | 4/7/2008 |
Q: My front tooth was recently extracted to begin implant procedures. I am wearing a flipper for the ...
A: There are many alternatives to a flipper. You should discuss them with your dentist. In my office, ...
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| Implants | 3/18/2008 |
Q: Im 32.The root of my molar is fractured and there is loss of bone.The tooth needs to be pulled. My ...
A: What is the condition of the adjacent teeth? What kind of experience does your dentist have with ...
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| pain after soft tissue graft | 3/9/2008 |
Q: Six days ago, I had a soft tissue graft done. They took tissue from the roof of my mouth and put it ...
A: I'm sorry to hear that you are having a rough time with this. It is uncommon for this to be hurting ...
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| need gum growth!! | 2/21/2008 |
Q: I have recently got an implant tooth(3 weeks ago)on the top left lateral incisor. My tooth had been ...
A: When a tooth is missing for many years, the bone and gums shrink. Unfortunately, some dentists don't ...
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| broken temporary crown/cost to replace | 2/15/2008 |
Q: I just chewed up my temporary crown. ( I did not swallow it.) My exposed tooth is not bothering me ...
A: In most cases, the dentist who is doing the crown should repair and replace the temporary. Usually, ...
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| bridge work | 2/13/2008 |
Q: If you ask a general dentist, they will tell you that they can do everything. For permanent bridge ...
A: There are some terrific general dentists who can do nice work. However, the specialty that is ...
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| periodontal therapy recommendation | 12/30/2007 |
Q: I was recently diagnosed with 2 quadrants of early periodontitis. I went to a new dentist and I am ...
A: In my opinion, the initial treatment that your dentist is recommending may be excessive. Scaling and ...
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| Extraction | 12/22/2007 |
Q: I had a molar extracted this past Tuesday (bottom/left) I had injured this tooth a while back, and ...
A: I am sorry to hear that you are having these problems after your tooth extraction. "Dry-Socket" ...
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| periodontal disease | 12/17/2007 |
Q: I am a 50 yr old woman with periodontal disease. I know I never took that well care of my teeth. But ...
A: It is possible that you have periodontal disease and that the disease is causing the discomfort. In ...
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| Implants | 11/27/2007 |
Q: My cuspid, next to the 2 front teeth, upper right, just broke at the gum line. It was thinly ...
A: I am sorry to hear that you are having problems with your tooth. I hope that I can answer some of ...
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| cracked molar | 11/21/2007 |
Q: My dentist yesterday advised me that I have a vertical crack in molar 36. There is movement on the ...
A: 1)Yes, if the bone allows, an implant can be done at the time of extraction. Many implant ...
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| what going on with the gums?! | 11/18/2007 |
Q: I am a 20 yr old female I have alway had great teeth. When I got pregnant my teeth started to act ...
A: First of all, congratulations on the baby! Regarding your gum recession, pregnancy can do strange ...
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| frenectomy | 11/16/2007 |
Q: when my daughter was born, I was told that day she needed a frenectomy, I decided to wait and get ...
A: Would you be able to email me a picture of your daughter's front teeth? If so, it would help me get ...
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| Wisdom Teeth | 11/15/2007 |
Q: I have all of my wisdom in my mouth. They grew in just fine because I had some teeth pulled as a ...
A: I agree with the Oral Surgeon. Even though it is not absolutely necessary to take the uppers out ...
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| Crowns after implants | 11/14/2007 |
Q: My daughter has had four implants inserted for her missing four front teeth (auto accident) and is ...
A: The price you were quoted is a bit high, but not entirely crazy. Find out if the fee includes the ...
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| pain from tooth implant in tooth 30 | 10/11/2007 |
Q: 2 weeks ago I received an implant in tooth 30 (actually 2 small posts were put in). Since that time ...
A: A bruise would have healed by now. Ask the dentist or surgeon if they can email you an x-ray (if ...
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| pain from tooth implant in tooth 30 | 10/10/2007 |
Q: 2 weeks ago I received an implant in tooth 30 (actually 2 small posts were put in). Since that time ...
A: Would it be possible for you to email a copy of the xray to jzelig@smileinthecity.com? That will ...
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| Deep Cleanings and Crowns | 8/24/2007 |
Q: I have 10 dental implants due to a birth defect and try to take really good care of them. I recently ...
A: You can't get cavities on implants since they are made from metal. I think your dentist may be ...
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| Gums | 8/19/2007 |
Q: I have a question about the health of my gums. I was brushing my teeth and noticed that the depth ...
A: It sounds to me that you may have gum recession. The recession maight have been there for some time, ...
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| Extraction then Implant | 8/12/2007 |
Q: How soon after molar extraction can you place an implant? ANSWER: Hi, Usually 6-8 weeks after ...
A: In most cases, yes. The bone that fills in is still immature, but very osteogenic and a great site ...
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| Extraction then Implant | 8/11/2007 |
Q: How soon after molar extraction can you place an implant?
A: Usually 6-8 weeks after extraction an implant can be placed in a molar site. Each situation is ...
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| #14 extraction what next | 7/24/2007 |
Q: I need to have #14 extracted because of exposed root. I dred the cost of an implant. I am 67 years ...
A: An implant is one option available to you, but it is not the only option. Once the tooth is ...
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| fix a calibrated bridge | 7/22/2007 |
Q: I have a calibrated bridge on my upper right side. My middle tooth on this bridge had a root canal ...
A: I would advise that you go to a dentist, have them remove the bridge, and make you a temporary ...
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| bone graft- cadaver or synthetic? | 7/3/2007 |
Q: Im one week from getting an extraction of a molar that has had a root canal that was compromised by ...
A: I use the cadaver bone in this situation. Based on the studies and my experience, the synthetic bone ...
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| Is the implant cost quote I got usual/typical? | 6/16/2007 |
Q: I received the following quotes from an oral surgeon in Ft. Lauderdale Florida and would like your ...
A: Those fees are not unreasonable considering that the work will be done by specialists. General ...
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| Permanent crown after implant | 6/5/2007 |
Q: I read somewhere that an important step after implant placement and waiting 4 months, that only a ...
A: Yes, this is standard protocol. There is a "getting-to-know-you" period between your bone and your ...
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| gum pimple | 5/19/2007 |
Q: Dr. Zelig, I had porcelain veneers put on my two front teeth in October of 2006. Immediately after ...
A: What you are describing sounds like it might be a root canal problem. Another possibility is that it ...
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| painful gums around old implant | 5/14/2007 |
Q: I have two implants in the bottom front that are about five years old, plus gum grafting in the ...
A: It sounds like the gum is inflammed around the implant. The most likely cuse is that some debris or ...
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| Crown Lengthening | 5/5/2007 |
Q: I have had RC's on teeth 14, 15. Gen, dentist has said go for CL with periodontist, he put posts in ...
A: Crown lengthening is usually done after the tooth has been prepared for a crown and a temporary is ...
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| Gums | 5/2/2007 |
Q: All my teeths are in proper alignment now. Few years back I had put removable braces on my teeth for ...
A: It sounds like your teeth might have been pushed out too far and now they are partially out of your ...
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| gum disease | 4/21/2007 |
Q: 8 years ago I received 5 lower dental implants. I have a gum disease and not sure how to handle it. ...
A: I would recommend that you go to get a second opinion from an implant specialist. If you have recent ...
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| gum recession | 4/1/2007 |
Q: What can I do to stop gum recession from getting worse? I floss regularly and more careful how, and ...
A: My advice to you would be to see a periodontist. Recession can be the result of underlying gum ...
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| cracked root? | 3/7/2007 |
Q: I have a root canal done on one of my front teeth about 17 years ago. The crow on the tooth started ...
A: Yes, it is possible that the root is fractured. Root fractures are very difficult to diagnose on ...
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| Guided Tissue Regeneration | 3/6/2007 |
Q: My oral surgeon is going to do this in combo with a bone graft and implant. Is this a painful ...
A: The procedure is usually not too bad post-op, but everyone heals differently. It depends on the ...
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| Cow Bone or Calcium (synthetic) | 3/1/2007 |
Q: Which is better for grafting?
A: It really depends on the indication. If it is for ridge augmentation, I have found cadaver bone to ...
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| Tooth Problem | 2/24/2007 |
Q: As I currently do not have access to a proper dentist in my area, could i kindly seek your ...
A: My only concern is that the tooth might be fractured. If it is fractured under the gum then it is ...
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| swollen and painful gum | 2/8/2007 |
Q: I have this pain on my lower right side since yesterday. At first I thought it was just my TMJ but ...
A: You should go see your dentist ASAP. You mentioned that your dentist said it might be a fracture. If ...
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| Crowns and Implants | 2/6/2007 |
Q: What is the usual amount of communication between the implant surgeon and the dentist doing the ...
A: There should be ALOT of communication between the implant surgeon and the restorative dentist. The ...
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| gum recession and braces | 1/30/2007 |
Q: I have very healthy teeth, no fillings, but I have some recession. I am 44 and I am now considering ...
A: Braces may or may not fix the problem.It all depends on the type of movement from the braces. if the ...
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| crowns | 1/27/2007 |
Q: My previous dentist placed crowns with metal on my four front teeth. My current dentist is telling ...
A: Yes it is certainly possible that poorly constructed crowns can cause gum problems. When crowns have ...
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| Implant, bone grafts, etc. | 1/27/2007 |
Q: If a bone graft or implant fails within the first year, do dentists normally agree to redo the ...
A: It depends, I would certainly redo the work for free in most situations. However, in certain ...
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| Implants | 1/18/2007 |
Q: I have three missing teeth in the left upper part (no.4,5 and 6) and consulted a dental surgeon ...
A: I agree 100% with everything you have been told. We generally don't connect natural teeth to ...
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| sinus lift | 1/11/2007 |
Q: Zelig: You probably do not remember me because it's been about 3 weeks or so since we communicated. ...
A: Of the many sinus lifts I have performed, I have never had this problem. I am very curious to hear ...
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| sinus lift | 1/9/2007 |
Q: I had molars 14 and 15 removed last August after my periodondist concluded he couldn't save them. ...
A: I'm not sure what procedure you are referring to. Is it the "osteotome technique" developed by ...
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| Root problem | 1/8/2007 |
Q: I seem to have a rare problem with a back tooth ( the one adjacent to the back tooth in fact) on the ...
A: I think it's time to throw in the towel and solve the problem once and for all by taking out the ...
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| Implants | 1/4/2007 |
Q: I just had an implant done tooth #7 in the upper jaw. Its been about 1 week since the procedure but ...
A: I wouldn't say it's the "norm" to have any discomfort after an implant. Most of my patients report ...
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| A bump on my gum. | 1/3/2007 |
Q: Ok, back in October I had a large filling on one of my molars. Everything was fine but when I ...
A: It sounds like you might have an infection in the tooth. The bump you are referring to is likely a ...
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| back tooth | 1/2/2007 |
Q: i have a back tooth thats decayed more or less down to gum level due to my terrible fear of ...
A: Yes, it is possible to extract the tooth at this stage. But, i would advise you to see an oral ...
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| Possible Periodontal Issue after Filling | 12/31/2006 |
Q: I went to the dentist a little over three weeks ago to have a popcorn kernel removed out of my gums ...
A: Periodontal disease usually doesn't hurt unless it's an abscess, which it doesn't sound like. I ...
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| Bone Grafts | 12/30/2006 |
Q: I am a candidate for scaling, gum surgery, two extractions, bone grafting, and 2 implants. I go in ...
A: You are asking excellent questions. First regarding the human bone grafts, I use them routinely and ...
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| Gold Crown for Implant | 12/28/2006 |
Q: First off, are permanent crowns just cemented onto implants or is there a "build up" like when they ...
A: Yes there is usually a build-up under the crown called an abutment. The crown which is usually made ...
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| just had implant and sinus lift | 12/20/2006 |
Q: Dr. Zelig. About 3 weeks ago, I had a tooth implant and sinus lift on the left maxillary sinus. ...
A: I have never encountered this problem after a sinus lift. However I will be happy to share my ...
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| my gum line ruined from attempted implant | 12/17/2006 |
Q: I am desperate to find someone to help me. I begun implant procedure on UL1 in August this year and ...
A: I am sorry to hear that you are having significant problems with you dental implant saga. Implants ...
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| antibiotic chips | 12/12/2006 |
Q: My dentist wants to put antibiotic chips down by the roots of my teeth for my gum disease. I have ...
A: The "chip" you might be referring to is called "periochip". If that is the product he wants to use, ...
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| Cracking Gums | 12/10/2006 |
Q: I am 27 and have recently realized that the gums on both of my first premolar bicuspid teeth on top ...
A: What you are describing might be a cleft in the gum that is actually caused by aggressive flossing ...
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| very very bad teeth | 12/1/2006 |
Q: I have had ignorant parents and in turn have not been cared for my teeth in my early ages, when we ...
A: Of course there is hope for you! But you need to make a commitment in your mind to take care of the ...
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| periodontal disease | 11/13/2006 |
Q: how do you correct periodontal disease? what procedures do they use to do so
A: Most periodontal diseases are caused by bacteria that thrive below your gum-line and cause further ...
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| do I need root canal; should I see periodontist or dentist | 11/6/2006 |
Q: A while ago my tooth was hurting and eating on it or closing my mouth was extremely painful as was ...
A: You mentioned that you have been diagnosed woth periodontal disease, so I would recommend you see a ...
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| gum ulcer | 10/26/2006 |
Q: Throughout my life from time to time I have gotten minor ulcers on the inside of my mouth, probably ...
A: The ulcer could be a few different things including trauma (as you suggested) or it could be a ...
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| gums receding | 10/23/2006 |
Q: Is there any treatment to restore gums after they've started to recede?
A: Yes, There are many options that are available to recover an exposed root. Periodontists are ...
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| abcesses and bone infections, plus dry socket infections | 10/23/2006 |
Q: Each time l have had an abscess in recent years it has resulted in an extraction, dry socket ...
A: I would advise you go see a good dentist on a regular basis for a full series of x-rays and a full ...
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| Implant | 10/21/2006 |
Q: I am missing 2 molars and have an implant in one, which is doing well. There is a possibility I may ...
A: Regarding the facial collapse, everyone is different. However, most studies show that people only ...
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| Implant questions | 10/20/2006 |
Q: Currently, I am in Korea and about to get an implant after my brittle front tooth snapped in half. ...
A: You are correct that just about every implant company's implants work. However, you have to be ...
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| Receeding gums | 10/19/2006 |
Q: I was told there is a procedure to help prevent receding gums by taking grafts of skin from the roof ...
A: The gum grafts you are speaking of are done to correct gum recession, not prevent it. 30 years ago, ...
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| IMPLANTS | 10/19/2006 |
Q: i had a root canal done on my upper canine tooth 2years ago and on the tooth next to it i had a ...
A: In answer to your question, yes. Having a previous root canal and/or apicos doesn't preclude the ...
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| Implant | 10/10/2006 |
Q: I am 53 years old. I had my first root canal two months ago on tooth #13. It was done by an ...
A: I don't know your particular situation, but if I were doing an implant consult, I definitely would ...
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| root planing | 10/2/2006 |
Q: I'd like to know what is the difference between root planing at a general dentist and at a ...
A: Yes, It is the same root planing, however it all depends on the skill and experience of the person ...
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| 3-4 mm pockets | 9/30/2006 |
Q: Zelig, I went to a dentist today for teeth cleaning and was told my pockets are 3-4 mm. I was ...
A: Normal probing depths are under 3mm. If you have 4mm pockets you might need a deep scaling. ...
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| periodontal | 9/30/2006 |
Q: The hygenist at my new dentist said that I have periodontal disease; I'm not sure that I do. I have ...
A: Each case is different, but usually when there are pockets 5mm or more, a deep scaling is usually in ...
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| gum grafts | 9/26/2006 |
Q: I was just informed by my perodontist that I would need a gum graft for one tooth. What is involved? ...
A: There are MANY ways of doing a gum graft. Some methods involve using tissue from the roof of your ...
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| Losing teeth to aging gums | 9/26/2006 |
Q: I am 68 years old. In the past few years I have been losing about one tooth a year to persistent ...
A: Depending on the condition of the remaining teeth, a good periodontist might be able to save them. ...
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| Reabsorption | 9/25/2006 |
Q: I'm going to consider that procedure. In your experience, have you seen patients with noticeable ...
A: I agree with your dentist that losing 2-3 teeth usually doesn't result in facial collapse, but it's ...
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| Reabsorption | 9/25/2006 |
Q: Would any, even minor, facial collapse be permanant? Or would implants correct it? My surgeon said I ...
A: Yes, If there is facial collapse ("sunken cheecks") a good periodontist or oral surgeon can do a ...
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| Reabsorption | 9/25/2006 |
Q: I have two extracted teeth, both the last molars on either side of my mouth. One has an implant (no ...
A: I don't think there is going to be much facial collapse in this short period, especially in the ...
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| perio | 9/25/2006 |
Q: Perio problems run in my family. It seems a constant battle. I like the little flosses, with ...
A: I think that both proper brushing and interdental brushes and stimudents are equally important. The ...
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| receding gums | 9/23/2006 |
Q: Ive been looking over this site and all the responses Ive seen dealing with gum recession have been ...
A: there are many causes of recession, but the underlying cause is a lack of bone around the root of ...
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| tooth root resorption | 9/21/2006 |
Q: I began orthodontic treatment approximately 16 months ago. This week, while seeing my dentist for a ...
A: it helps alot for me to see them and saves alot of guesswork. You do have a considerable amount or ...
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| Dental Implants and Bone Reabsorption | 9/8/2006 |
Q: Zelig, I just have one more question. I just had a second tooth (last molar)extracted (I got an ...
A: I not to wait longer than 2-3 months after extraction to place an implant specifically because I ...
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| Dental Implants and Bone Reabsorption | 9/8/2006 |
Q: I'm a twenty six year old woman who is missing a back tooth and may need to get up as many as two ...
A: Actually, the opposite is true. Dental implants help preserve the bone and prevent future bone ...
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| scaling and root planing | 9/7/2006 |
Q: I did read the article and will speak with the dentist about it. Wondering your feelings about ...
A: Sonny, It's my pleasure to help. Your question on the frequency of SRP, etc... is difficult to ...
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| scaling and root planing | 9/7/2006 |
Q: ^% yr old male with relatively healthy mouth but some deep gum pockets. Sees dentist regularly and ...
A: I am not a fan of subgingival antibiotics as a first line of defense for treating periodontal ...
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| periodontal disease | 8/31/2006 |
Q: I am a 62 year old female with periodontal disease. I haven't had a cavity since I was 25. The ...
A: The most common causes of periodontal disease are: poor oral hygiene + genetic predisposition + type ...
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| implants | 8/29/2006 |
Q: i have received implants about three years ago, 2 together on one side and 2 together ...
A: Chances are that the post or the cown loosened up a bit. If that is the case it can be tightened or ...
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| implants | 8/27/2006 |
Q: I have a TOP FRONT tooth that was broklen off at the gum line 55 years ago. A post was put in at ...
A: Each situation is different. However, the way I see it, better safe than sorry. I agree with the ...
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| dentist | 8/23/2006 |
Q: Is there any powder type of material that a person can use in the mouth while flossing to provide ...
A: You are asking an excellent question. Aggressive flossing can actually cause more damage to the ...
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| partial plates | 8/22/2006 |
Q: I have periodontal disease in the bone above my two upper front teeth. I have no cavities, and the ...
A: Partial plates (aka: "removeable partial dentures")if made well can be both comfortable and can look ...
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| Tooth pain following crown lengthening | 8/21/2006 |
Q: About 10 months ago, 12+ year old crown fell off badly decayed tooth, which had already had root ...
A: It is difficult for me to give you a diagnosis without seeing you, but I suspect that the tooth ...
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| Deep Cleaning | 8/20/2006 |
Q: Have just moved to Florida, when I was in Illinois, I went to the dentist every 3 to 4 months for ...
A: You are asking an excellent question. Some dentists i have seen do not diagnose periodontal disease ...
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| perioscaling | 8/19/2006 |
Q: What is a reasonable cost for four-quadrant perioscaling? What is reasonable cost for five doses of ...
A: most periodontists charge a range of $100-300 per quadrant ($400-1200 for full mouth) for scaling ...
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| periodontist | 8/15/2006 |
Q: I live in Gaithersburg, Maryland.Is there some way to find out who is the best periodontist in my ...
A: Go see a periodontist by the name of: Ahmad Soolari 11616 Toulone Dr Potomac, MD 20854-3167 ...
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| 8 wisdom teeth | 8/15/2006 |
Q: My husband has 8 wisdom teeth. If he were your patient, would you recomend he remove 7 at once?
A: The wisdom teeth are the ones in the very back corners of the mouth. There are only four of them. ...
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| periodontist | 8/14/2006 |
Q: Is there some way to find out who is the best periodontist in my area?
A: The best way to find a great periodontist is word of mouth. speak to friends who have had work done ...
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| Tooth destiny - out or ? | 8/13/2006 |
Q: I just went to my dentist today to get a root canal treatment of my upper left most behind tooth. It ...
A: You bring up a very good question. From what you are describing you might be a candidate for crown ...
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| Chipped Tooth. | 8/12/2006 |
Q: Now, i recently chipped a tooth, it's i guess you could say near the gumline , the chip itself isn't ...
A: Based on your description, it doesn't sound like a big deal. But, you should get it fixed before it ...
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| Strange question/orthodontics/implants | 8/10/2006 |
Q: Zelig, here is myI lost need an implant in an empty space at the second-to-last bottom molar (#19) ...
A: The tooth can be uprighted with orthodontics using a special orthodontic appliance. An orthodontist ...
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| sinus pain? something else? | 8/7/2006 |
Q: Recently i have been having some strange symptoms, my upper back teeth hurt, but they are not ...
A: The best person who can diagnose sinus problems is an ear-nose-throat doctor. They can look into ...
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| Tooth extracted when to fill | 8/3/2006 |
Q: I have recent had my #19 extracted (the second to last left bottom). Can you tell me how long ...
A: Dorothy, If you're thinking about an implant, depending on the condition of the bone, an implant ...
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| my gums hurt | 8/3/2006 |
Q: I have really bad gums and it kinda feels like (and looks like) my gums are growing into my teeth. ...
A: Your periodontist is not wrong, if you see bleeding when you brush, you SHOULD brush it harder and ...
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| root extraction | 8/2/2006 |
Q: My periodontist x-rayed a tooth that has a deep pocket and has had occasional minor infections. He ...
A: you are asking a very good question. what you are referring to is called "root resection". If the ...
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| pain after cleaning, filling and root canal for an year now | 7/30/2006 |
Q: I started having dull pain in my lower left molar(no. 20)after filling(for the first time in my ...
A: It is very common to have discomfort after a root canal, but it shouldn't be unbearable. There are ...
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| Swollen cheek & gums after crown | 7/29/2006 |
Q: My dentist is a wonderful man, voted 'Best in the City' by a certain magazine. So I have every ...
A: It is difficult to give you a definitive diagnosis without seeing you. It is unlikely that the pain ...
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| bump on the gum | 7/28/2006 |
Q: please, give you a referral to a great endodontist i live in chicago, my zip code 60641 thank ...
A: Unfortunately, I don't know any endodontists in chicago. However, you can check out www.aae.org and ...
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| bump on the gum | 7/28/2006 |
Q: Couple months ago i had a root canal done and then i was supposed to have a crown done. Few days ...
A: It sounds to me like you have an abscess. It could be caused from within the tooth (endodontic ...
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| Anesthesia problems | 7/27/2006 |
Q: I had periodontal work done on the left side of my mouth yesterday. At 8:00am I was injected with a ...
A: Bonnie, What you are describing is nothing to worry about. Everything will calm down soon. Your ...
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| Gum Grafting | 7/23/2006 |
Q: I am a 33 yr old woman who recently underwent periodontal surgery. I deeply regret this is it left ...
A: I am sorry to hear that you had a bad experience with periodontal surgery and how it has affected ...
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| dental implants to replace baby teeth | 7/23/2006 |
Q: I am a 26 year old female. I still have all my baby teeth except the front two. They are the only ...
A: My thoughts are that if your teeth are in good condition and you are happy with the way you look, ...
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| Permanent Cement | 7/21/2006 |
Q: I just had 2 Captek crowns put on with "permanent cement." How "permanent" is it? When I had the ...
A: There are many different types of permanent cements. Some have higher bond strengths than others. I ...
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| Teeth Whitening | 7/14/2006 |
Q: I've recently been using generic brand whitening strips to whiten my teeth, and since I started ...
A: It is not unusual for whitening agents to cause gum irritation. However, if you use the strips ...
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| Gun Recission | 7/10/2006 |
Q: I am a 22 year old male with gum recision due to improper brushing, primarily during orthodontic ...
A: Jesse, You ask a great question. Most gum recession is stable over time, meaning it usualy doesn't ...
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| What is the going rate for crowns after an implant? | 7/8/2006 |
Q: I live in New York City (Manhattan). I need to klnow how much crows go for after you have ...
A: There are two components that comprise a restoration (crown) on an implant. There's the abutment ...
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| periodontal gum disease help | 7/8/2006 |
Q: I am a 27-year-old mother with periodontal gum disease. My teeth are in really bad shape, and the ...
A: i am sorry to hear you are having such problems at such a young age. Unfortunately, there is no ...
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| Root canaled tooth - abcess | 7/4/2006 |
Q: my dentist showed me I have an abcess in a root canaled 1st upper molar. He said we can re--treat ...
A: Why won't you have it re-treated? If there's a way that it could be saved, you will save yourself ...
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| looks like a water filled thing on back gum | 7/1/2006 |
Q: My 28 month old has what is blue/black soft thing on his left side back of the mouth and now he is ...
A: Unfortunately, pediatric dentistry is not my specialty, however, this sounds like it may be an ...
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| bleeding gum | 6/30/2006 |
Q: I have 2 molars that had root canals and crowns put on 6 years ago. There was a large space between ...
A: Jennifer, My advice would be to see another dentist. This problem might be caused by many different ...
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| Implants | 6/27/2006 |
Q: I am 75 years old.I had #32 extracted due to a cracked tooth. The oral surgeon recommends an implant ...
A: It is an excellent question. Age should never be considered a factor when it comes to implant ...
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| Periodontal Procedures | 6/27/2006 |
Q: My previous dentist in California had me on a 4 month cleaning schedule, and although I had a couple ...
A: Larry, You ask a good question. As a periodontist, I believe that pockets should be treated. A ...
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| Pain in gum and occasional burning inside cheeks | 6/25/2006 |
Q: The back ends of the lower part of my gum has been paining now for about 3 or 4 days. The pain has ...
A: This pain you are having could be one of many problems. It could be gum disease, you might have an ...
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| Infection of extraction site | 6/24/2006 |
Q: Zelig, I had a root canal on tooth #19 in November and shortly afterward developed an infection ...
A: I am sorry to hear that you are having such problems with this area. As I am sure you can ...
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| tounge | 6/19/2006 |
Q: I have a question about the tounge. Out of the blue Saturday night, the underside of my tounge ...
A: Erin, It is difficult for me to diagnose this problem just by your description (sounds like it may ...
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| Implant | 6/19/2006 |
Q: Zelig, I have intermediary gum disease. I am awaiting to hear from a scholarship in order to get it ...
A: Noriya, Thanks for your question. If you are in good health and don't smoke you are very likely a ...
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| Tooth decay | 6/19/2006 |
Q: Dr. Zelig, I have a tooth that lost its filling perhaps six months ago and I have been unable to ...
A: Bryan, Thank you for your question. It of course is difficult for me to diagnose the blemish on your ...
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| black bone is gums | 6/14/2006 |
Q: i had exploratory surgery 2 days ago and my oral surgeon found a sharp bone and a black bone in my ...
A: Nancy, I had a patient on Thursday with black bone under her gums and I was thinking of you. After a ...
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| Implant Problems | 6/13/2006 |
Q: I have Six implants in my top jaw also three in lower jaw.I had problems with a top denture that ...
A: It will be my pleasure to try and help, but of course, i can not give you a definitive ...
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