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Dr. Kenneth Wayne Ledwitz, DMD

Dentist

Dr. Kenneth Ledwitz is a Dentist practicing in Long Branch, NJ. Dr. Ledwitz 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. Kenneth Ledwitz, DMD
  • Long Branch, NJ
  • Accepting new patients

Should I brush a chipped tooth?

Yes, and see a dentist.

Is apple cider vinegar safe to use in your mouth?

It's ok to drink but not the best ph for enamel

How can I get used to dentures fast?

Keep them in as much as possible.

Is there a cheaper alternative to dental implants?

Of course, there are always alternatives, make sure you know and discuss with the treating doctor your options. It's our job to do so.

Should I still have a toothache after an extraction?

Mostly no, but it depends on the severity of the tooth extraction, location and difficulty.

How do I know if I'm brushing my teeth too hard?

Receding gums and "c" type grooves in teeth.

How do dentists treat small cavities?

It depends on the age of the patient: young with small cavity, I treat; old with small cavity, I monitor.

Is brushing your teeth 3 times a day bad?

Brushing your teeth is a healthy and great way to keep your gums and mouth clean but if you have incorrect Technique you could do damage. Along with an abrasive toothpaste.For READ MORE
Brushing your teeth is a healthy and great way to keep your gums and mouth clean but if you have incorrect Technique you could do damage. Along with an abrasive toothpaste.For example if your bristles are splayed on your toothbrush you definitely press against your teeth too hard and may cause damage

How many hours a day do you wear dentures?

I would try to wear them all the time. I will try to sleep with them if possible if I was comfortable enough. I will clean them frequently after each meal and before I went to READ MORE
I would try to wear them all the time. I will try to sleep with them if possible if I was comfortable enough. I will clean them frequently after each meal and before I went to bed. But wearing your teeth helps maintain your temperament Debula joint alignment