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Dr. Robert Korwin, D.M.D.

Dentist

<p><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Arial, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 17px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: #f7f4eb; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;">Dr. Korwin is part of the one percent of dentists worldwide who have achieved dual Mastership Awards from&nbsp;</span><a style="box-sizing: border-box; background-color: #f7f4eb; text-decoration: none; overflow-wrap: break-word; color: #7d411c; border-top-color: inherit; border-right-color: inherit; border-bottom: 1px dotted; border-left-color: inherit; font-family: Arial, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 17px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;" href="https://www.icoi.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The International College of Oral Implantologists</a><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Arial, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 17px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: #f7f4eb; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;">&nbsp;and the&nbsp;</span><a style="box-sizing: border-box; background-color: #f7f4eb; text-decoration: none; overflow-wrap: break-word; color: #7d411c; border-top-color: inherit; border-right-color: inherit; border-bottom: 1px dotted; border-left-color: inherit; font-family: Arial, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 17px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;" href="http://www.agd.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Academy of General Dentistry</a><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Arial, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 17px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: #f7f4eb; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;">. Additionally, he is a board member of the&nbsp;</span><a style="box-sizing: border-box; background-color: #f7f4eb; text-decoration: none; overflow-wrap: break-word; color: #7d411c; border-top-color: inherit; border-right-color: inherit; border-bottom: 1px dotted; border-left-color: inherit; font-family: Arial, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 17px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;" href="http://sedation4dentists.net/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">American Society for the Advancement of Anesthesia in Dentistry</a><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Arial, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 17px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: #f7f4eb; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;">, and has received special training to ensure that his patients receive pain-free care at his dental practice.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Arial, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 17px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: #f7f4eb; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;"><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Arial, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 17px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: #f7f4eb; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;">He promotes excellence in preventing orally linked disease and provides highly cosmetic dental repair and reconstruction utilizing orthodontics, implants, surgery, prosthetics and sedation, with laser, digital and computer assisted diagnostics.</span></span></p>
42 years Experience
Dr. Robert Korwin, D.M.D.
  • Red Bank, NJ
  • University of Pennsylvania
  • Accepting new patients

Do partial dentures damage other teeth?

Eventually partial dentures apply force on other teeth that may damage them. Discuss this with your dentist.

Which dentures are most comfortable?

Patients prefer implant supported dentures by far

Can you get 3 implants at the same time?

Yes, that is a usual procedure

Is the surgery for receding gums successful?

Usually the results can be from 50 to 85% successful

Do partial dentures move when eating?

Partials should move to release pressure on the attachments.
Alternatives include implants or bridges

What helps sore gums after teeth brushing?

Its possible you have gum disease. Please ask a dentist to evaluate your gums as soon as possible. There are successful treatments available.

Can you chew gum with crowns?

You can chew gum with crowns but in general gum chewing over long
periods of time can hurt the TMJ and fracture teeth

What happens if you get a cavity under a veneer?

Probably filling or replace veneer. Other treatments vary depending on
the depth and width of the cavity.

Can veneers cause tooth sensitivity?

Not usual, but speak to your dentist about this. You may have to switch
toothpaste or use a night guard for bruxing (most common reasons)

What can I take for a root canal pain?

Look up Advil Dual action with Advil and Tylenol combined.

Do you get pain meds for gum graft?

I use Advil Dual action with Advil and Tylenol combined. Ask your
dentist for other recommendations.

What is a good treatment for swollen gums?

In general, swollen gums are a sign of infection. Review home care and treatment options with your dentist as soon as you can so the condition doesn't worsen.

How do you get used to wearing dentures?

It definitely takes practice. Eat by yourself, practice speaking aloud and you will quickly get the hang of it. If you can, implant-supported dentures or bridges are available READ MORE
It definitely takes practice. Eat by yourself, practice speaking aloud and you will quickly get the hang of it. If you can, implant-supported dentures or bridges are available as well. Ask your dentist for advice.

Tooth pain on chewing?

The typical cause is fracture or abfraction allowing osmotic changes which influence pressure in dentin tubules causing discomfort. Not all problems can be diagnosed with x-rays, READ MORE
The typical cause is fracture or abfraction allowing osmotic changes which influence pressure in dentin tubules causing discomfort. Not all problems can be diagnosed with x-rays, clinical examination is most important for a solution.

Do partial dentures need to be removed at night?

In general, yes to allow the tissues to rest. Please ask the dentist who made them for you in case of a special situation.

Are metal partials better than plastic partials?

Depends on the number of teeth and how they are arranged. There is no yes or no answer here. Please consult your dentist for a better guide to your care.

Is it normal to have jaw pain after dental implant?

A question only your dentist can evaluate diagnose and treat.

Is floss with fluoride good?

I think it has some benefits, no reason to switch.

Can tooth bonding be whitened?

Bonding can be polished and or resurfaced but not whitened.

How long does it take to fill a deep cavity?

Depends on the dentist. In dental school, 3 hours, in regular practice 15 to 45 minutes.