EXPERT
Dr. Ben Manesh, DDS
Dentist
Dr. Ben Manesh is a Dentist practicing in Rockville, MD. Dr. Manesh specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases and conditions associated with the mouth and overall dental health. Dentists are trained to carry out such treatment as professional cleaning, restorative, prosthodontic, and endodontic procedures, and performing examinations, among many others.
Dr. Ben Manesh, DDS
- Bethesda, MD
- University of Maryland School of Dentistry
- Accepting new patients
Ben Manesh, DDS - What Is General Dentistry?
General dentistry encompasses conditions that affect the oral cavity. Primarily dental in nature, general dentistry also oversees the full range of care, including evaluation,...
How long do you have to eat soft foods after dental implants?
One to two days minimum
How long does it take for swelling to go down after dental implant surgery?
Maximum of one week
How should I sleep after dental implants?
No precaution necessary
How do you fix a broken brace?
See your orthodontist
What happens if your brace breaks?
Just remove it put some wax on sharp areas and see your orthodontist
How long does it take for dentures to settle?
If the denture's made properly, it should not take more than two weeks to settle in. If you do not have enough bone to support the denture, then it might not settle in even after READ MORE
If the denture's made properly, it should not take more than two weeks to settle in. If you do not have enough bone to support the denture, then it might not settle in even after a long time. You may need to inquire about implants to support your denture. With the technology available these days, implant dentistry is much more desirable.
When can I stop rinsing with saltwater after tooth extraction?
If there is no swelling and no inflammation and tissue is nice and pink there is no need for saltwater rinse
What is the difference between gingivitis and periodontitis?
Gingivitis is inflammation of the gums with no bone loss. Periodontitis is inflammation along with bone loss, which is more advanced and can cause tooth loss.
How often should I rinse my mouth with salt water after tooth extraction?
Usually we want to wait 48 hrs before that process and when rinsing it has to be very mild.
What is the best stain remover for dental implants?
By that you mean the crown of the implant I assume! For crowns, usually brushing with pumice works best. Some teeth whitening materials also work like hydrogen peroxide.
What color should a tooth extraction site be?
Pinkish color. It can be red due to trauma, but if it’s dark, you may have dry socket.
What is the treatment for a gum infection?
There are many reasons for gum infection, including genetics, systemic diseases, medications environment, malocclusion and so on. Once the etiology is found, the treatment includes READ MORE
There are many reasons for gum infection, including genetics, systemic diseases, medications environment, malocclusion and so on. Once the etiology is found, the treatment includes scaling and root planing antibiotics application, perio surgery...
