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Dr. Joseph W. Bilotti, DDS

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Dr. Joseph W. Bilotti, DDS
  • Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
  • Accepting new patients

What causes teeth to come in crooked?

I don’t think that anyone knows!

Can you feel a cavity under your tooth?

Usually not. Occasionally, you may have pain.

What does tooth sensitivity mean after a root canal?

It would be very unusual to have sensitivity after a root canal treatment was completed because the nerve in the tooth is removed. But there could be some tiny bits of nerve tissue READ MORE
It would be very unusual to have sensitivity after a root canal treatment was completed because the nerve in the tooth is removed. But there could be some tiny bits of nerve tissue remaining penetrating the root and crown which may cause some sensitivity. However it should only last for a short while. I would have to guess maybe a day or so.

Can surrounding teeth hurt after an extraction?

Sometimes a little bit if some pressure was put on the adjacent teeth.

How do I keep my teeth white after whitening?

Just brush and floss regularly.

How long does a typical crown last?

They usually last as long as the tooth and root underneath them last.

How long does a surgical tooth extraction take?

Depends on the difficulty of the extraction. Could be 5 minutes, could be 1 hour.

How long should your teeth hurt after a filling?

Every filling is different. Some hurt never. Some are sensitive for various amounts of time.

What causes mouth dryness?

Could be various medications

How do you floss with braces?

Can’t. Waterpick

How often do you need your teeth cleaned?

Everyone is different. Some need a cleaning every 4 months and some can go 3 years. It depends on your home care (flossing every day) and how quickly you form tartar.

What are the early signs for gum disease?

White spots no. A lot of bleeding when brushing is a major sign of gum disease.