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Mark Studeny

Dentist

Dr. Mark Studeny is a Dentist practicing in Tukwila, Washington. Dr. Studeny 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.
21 years Experience
Mark Studeny
  • Tukwila, Washington
  • New York University
  • Accepting new patients

Can a root canal save a tooth?

Yes, it does save a tooth. The other alternative for an abscess is extraction.

White tongue

May be many things.

Complete medical history/workup needed for accurate diagnosis.

Recommend scheduling for a dental checkup/examination.

Are dentures natural looking?

Yes, they can be made to look very realistic/natural.

That is the goal of the art of making dentures.

Veneers or invisalign?

Yes, both veneers and invisalign can work for crowding and minor tooth movements. For larger realignment you may need traditional orthodontics. Really depends on the examination. READ MORE
Yes, both veneers and invisalign can work for crowding and minor tooth movements.

For larger realignment you may need traditional orthodontics. Really depends on the examination.

Should I take my 3 years old daughter to a dentist?

Yes, age one is the best time to start with the dentist to learn good home hygiene techniques and do a checkup.

Abscess

Sound like you need to come in for an evaluation immediately. Swelling can become serious and needs to be treated. If the tooth is restorable it may need a root canal If it is READ MORE
Sound like you need to come in for an evaluation immediately. Swelling can become serious and needs to be treated. If the tooth is restorable it may need a root canal If it is not a fixable tooth you may need an extraction. Seek out a dentist as soon as possible.

Do I need any teeth removed?

You will need x-rays and an examination first to evaluate the extent of the caries. You may need root canal treatment, extractions, crowns and/or fillings. Just by the photo READ MORE
You will need x-rays and an examination first to evaluate the extent of the caries.

You may need root canal treatment, extractions, crowns and/or fillings. Just by the photo it appears that the decay is pretty extensive.

See care with a dentist as soon as possible.

Can veneers cause tooth sensitivity?

Yes, that is very possible. Similarly to crowns, veneer usually involve the removal of tooth structure. Post-op sensitivity can be expected even with a filling. Cold hypersensitivity READ MORE
Yes, that is very possible. Similarly to crowns, veneer usually involve the removal of tooth structure. Post-op sensitivity can be expected even with a filling.

Cold hypersensitivity can persist for a few weeks after any restoration. Using Sensodyne toothpaste can help reduce sensitivity. Desensitizing agent can be applied in the office, that can help with this sensitivity as well.