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sachin rastogi
Endodontist | Endodontics
<p>Dr. sachin rastogi is an endodonist practicing in springfield, Virginia. Dr. rastogi is a specialist dentist, focusing on tooth pain, root canals and other issues related to the interior part of the tooth. Endodonists can diagnose problems and perform procedures to fix them. Treatment from an endodonist can often save a diseased tooth. Root canal treatment is one of the most common procedures performed by an endodonist. </p>
17 years
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sachin rastogi
- springfield, Virginia
- TUFTS UNIVERSITY
- Accepting new patients
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How fast do antibiotics work for tooth abscess?
It can take 24 to 72 hours.
Can you get an implant years after extraction?
Yes, you can, but the longer you wait, the harder it gets as you lose bone after extraction.
Can a loose tooth tighten back up?
Yes and no. Depending on how bad the attachment loss is.
Can you fix gum pockets?
Yes. Gum pockets can be fixed, but make sure you get an appointment with a periodontist.
How long after root canal do you get a crown?
Sooner is better, normally within 4 weeks though.
Is there supposed to be a hole after wisdom tooth extraction?
A hole in your jaw bone is normal after extraction, but slowly it will fill up on its own.
What happens to teeth after a root canal?
Root canal is done to save the tooth. After that, you will probably need a crown. Most cases it works like a tooth without a root canal.
Can you get teeth implants after a root canal?
Yes an implant can be placed if root canal does not work.
How long after a root canal can I get braces?
If you do have any infection under the tooth inside the bone, you can start right away. Just make sure your root canal treated tooth is restored permanently before orthodontic READ MORE
If you do have any infection under the tooth inside the bone, you can start right away. Just make sure your root canal treated tooth is restored permanently before orthodontic treatment though.
Do you need antibiotics after a root canal?
Not always. It depends on the presence of infection.
How to take care of your mouth after a root canal?
Just don't chew anything hard and crunchy till you get the permanent filling and/or crown done.
What type of anesthesia is used for a root canal?
Almost always local anesthesia. Using either local regional nerve block or infiltration using local anesthetic drug.
How long does it take for amoxicillin to work for a tooth infection?
Normally about 24-48 hours.
Can I drink coke after a root canal?
Sure. Please follow the post-operative instructions given by your endodontist or dentist. But in general, coke is not good for your teeth.
How do I know if my tooth abscess is spreading?
If there are symptoms like swelling associated with it. In the absence of symptoms, your dentist can compare your current X-ray with a previously taken X-ray and inform you.
Is it ok to get a crown without a root canal?
It certainly is okay provided there are no symptoms of pulp canal or peri-radicular disease.
