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Dr. Walid R. Thabet, DDS
Dentist
Dr. Walid Thabet is a Dentist practicing in Cleveland, OH. Dr. Thabet 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. Walid Thabet, DDS
- Cleveland, Oh
- Jordan University of Science and Technology
- Accepting new patients
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How long does it take for inflamed gums to heal?
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You have to schedule appointment with your dentist to get it checked. They will take some X-rays and evaluate the health of your gum and based on that, they will treat READ MORE
Dear,
You have to schedule appointment with your dentist to get it checked. They will take some X-rays and evaluate the health of your gum and based on that, they will treat it. Mostly you will need a good cleaning. After that, the swelling will go down and the inflammation will go away.
You have to schedule appointment with your dentist to get it checked. They will take some X-rays and evaluate the health of your gum and based on that, they will treat it. Mostly you will need a good cleaning. After that, the swelling will go down and the inflammation will go away.
How long does a root planing and scaling take?
It depends on how advance is your condition.and how much build up you have. On average, 1 hour to 2 hours.
How much amoxicillin should I take for a tooth infection?
500 mg, 3 times a day for 1 week.
Can wisdom teeth cause ear pain?
Yes, wisdom teeth can cause ear pain.
Can I eat before my wisdom tooth removal?
If it is under local anesthesia yes, you can eat. If it's under general anesthesia, you cannot eat 8 hours before the procedure.
The tooth where I need a root canal isn't bothering me. Why do I need it?
Even if you are symptom-free. You still need to take care of that tooth. You might have a chronic infection on that tooth that can't be seen without X-ray. That infection will READ MORE
Even if you are symptom-free. You still need to take care of that tooth. You might have a chronic infection on that tooth that can't be seen without X-ray. That infection will not be resolved unless you do a root canal. It might even get worse.
Are braces the only way to fix buck teeth?
In some cases. Veneers are a good option, too. You need to be evaluated to see if you are a candidate for veneers or not.
How often should I mouthwash?
Twice a day should be fine
Are there any warning signs of gingivitis?
Bleeding when you brush your teeth, bad breath, plaque accumulation.
I wear dentures. My gums are aching! What can I do?
You need to go back to your dentist to get them adjusted. Orabase will help till you get them adjusted.
My tongue is white. Is this really bad?
It might be a fungal infection
What causes dental erosions?
Dental erosion is losing the outer layer of the tooth, the enamel. There are too many factors that can cause it. Some of these factors are brushing too hard, grinding your teeth, READ MORE
Dental erosion is losing the outer layer of the tooth, the enamel. There are too many factors that can cause it. Some of these factors are brushing too hard, grinding your teeth, acid reflux, etc.
My daughter is 8 years old and her baby teeth have still not fallen out. Is it normal?
Depends which tooth is it. An X-ray will help to identify why the successor tooth didn't erupt yet. Usually, the baby teeth start falling dawn when the permanent ones start to READ MORE
Depends which tooth is it. An X-ray will help to identify why the successor tooth didn't erupt yet. Usually, the baby teeth start falling dawn when the permanent ones start to erupt.
How can I strengthen my teeth?
Toothpaste with fluoride. Brush a minimum of twice and floss a minimum of once a day. That will help in the prevention of getting cavities.
Experiencing some discomfort in teeth. What should I do?
Need to check your dentist. You might have a decay on your teeth that's causing your discomfort.
Is gum disease hereditary?
Gum disease can be prevented by regular visits to the dentist. Also by brushing a minimum of twice and flossing a minimum of once a day.
Three cavities at once. Will they all be filled in one session?
They can be done in one day. But I prefer to do them separately.
Do I always need a crown with a root canal?
Depends how large the filling is after the root canal. If it is too big, I prefer to crown the tooth so it doesn't crack.
Anything I can do for my tooth gap?
Braces or veneers
If I have mild tooth pain, should I be going to the dentist?
Yes. It might be a cavity that's starting to develop. It is easier to get it checked and fixed at this stage.
