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Dr. James P. Economos, D.D.S.
Dentist
Dr. James Economos is a Dentist practicing in Bartlett, IL. Dr. Economos 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. James P. Economos, D.D.S.
- Bartlett, IL
- Accepting new patients
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Can you fix a front teeth gap?
Of course.
James P. Economos, DDS
James P. Economos, DDS
Is molar extraction painful?
If it's not a wisdom tooth (third molar), you should NOT extract it unless it's fractured and cannot be saved. As far as pain's concerned, if done properly, there should not be READ MORE
If it's not a wisdom tooth (third molar), you should NOT extract it unless it's fractured and cannot be saved. As far as pain's concerned, if done properly, there should not be too much discomfort. Another service we offer is placing collagen or a bone graft material which fills in the socket area and reduces what's known as a dry socket. But consider having a root canal procedure vs. extraction if able.
Can a toothache go away on its own?
Yes you should. Pain can go away, but that does not mean the problem is gone. If the nerve "dies" the nerve tissue will decay an may cause an infection later on.
What to eat after a deep teeth cleaning?
Generally soft foods for a while. The tissue needs to return to a normal state which takes a few days/week.
Which dental crown material is best?
Zirconia or Bruxir for natural looking teeth, or gold for areas where aesthetics is not concerned.
Can wisdom teeth cause ear pain?
Yes indeed for many reasons. If one can not properly keep the area clean, problems can occur. Decay can set in, causing the nerve to be painful or there may be pressure from READ MORE
Yes indeed for many reasons. If one can not properly keep the area clean, problems can occur. Decay can set in, causing the nerve to be painful or there may be pressure from an abscess, etc.
How do you get rid of nerve pain in your tooth?
Have root canal treatment done.
What foods should I avoid after a tooth extraction?
Anything hard or durable in terms of not chewing with a lot of force, hard chips, etc and try to avoid spicy foods.
Is dental anesthesia safe for children?
Yes, but it depends on the level of anesthesia. Anything IV or general needs to be monitored. Local, only to make sure people don't hurt themselves during or after the appointment READ MORE
Yes, but it depends on the level of anesthesia. Anything IV or general needs to be monitored. Local, only to make sure people don't hurt themselves during or after the appointment due to not feeling things normally.
When will my child's teeth get loose?
That is a bit early, but some are early bloomers, so to speak. As long as the teeth are normal in size and shape, and are erupting in a normal fashion, it should be fine.
When can I eat hard foods after tooth extraction?
Generally no. However it depends on where the extraction site is and if there were other factors which would make it more complicated.
Why are there red bumps on the bottom of my tongue?
Yes. There may be many reasons such as diet, medications, etc.
Will my orthodontist know that I haven't worn my retainer for a week?
Depends on the case. A week it not too long of a time, so put the retainer back in an if its tight, wear it until it's not tight anymore.
Should you brush your gums when cleaning your teeth?
With a soft brush, using circular motions as well as back and forth.
What do you do if your crown falls off your tooth?
Yes go back and have it recemented in so decay will not ruin the tooth.
What does throbbing tooth pain mean?
Many causes. Decay, gum problems of something fractured. It needs to be looked at along with an x-ray or two.
Can coffee make my teeth become blackish?
Not likely. It may be plaque, calculus building up which would be made darker via coffee.
Is it okay to gargle with water after brushing your teeth?
As long as you're not using a high fluoride toothpaste for caries prevention, ok. If you're cavity prone, then a prescription toothpaste needs to not be diluted via gargling. READ MORE
As long as you're not using a high fluoride toothpaste for caries prevention, ok. If you're cavity prone, then a prescription toothpaste needs to not be diluted via gargling.
How can I fix receding gums naturally?
You may have an orthodontic problem which causes the gums to recede. Otherwise avoidance of habits like over brushing will help. Otherwise see a periodontist to have grafting READ MORE
You may have an orthodontic problem which causes the gums to recede. Otherwise avoidance of habits like over brushing will help. Otherwise see a periodontist to have grafting done.
How long should a dental cleaning take for a child?
About 30 minutes, maybe more if varnish's applied.
