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Dr. Robert J. Funk, DDS
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We are a small intimate dental practice founded in 1951 by Dr. Funk's father: Dr. Richard B. Funk. The practice remains in the same location and maintains many of the original patients and their children ...
39 years
Experience
Dr. Robert Funk, DDS
- Royersford, PA
- Temple University’s Maurice H. Kornberg School of Dentistry
- Accepting new patients
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How can I protect my mouth from braces?
Usually, we provide new braces wearers with ortho wax to shield the gums from the braces, generally the mouth tissue adapts to the braces and the wax is not needed after the first READ MORE
Usually, we provide new braces wearers with ortho wax to shield the gums from the braces, generally the mouth tissue adapts to the braces and the wax is not needed after the first week or so.
Is it normal to have sensitivity after a permanent crown?
Sometimes a tooth will be sensitive after the new crown is placed, usually the tooth is sensitive because the bite is a bit high, a lot of times it does not feel high, always call READ MORE
Sometimes a tooth will be sensitive after the new crown is placed, usually the tooth is sensitive because the bite is a bit high, a lot of times it does not feel high, always call your dentist for an adjustment when the tooth is sensitive, it is a short and easy visit and the tooth feels much better afterwards.
How long does it take for dentures to stop hurting?
Dentures should not hurt....new dentures will cause sore spots, but unlike shoes dentures do not "break in"... you need to contact your dentist and get the denture adjusted. This READ MORE
Dentures should not hurt....new dentures will cause sore spots, but unlike shoes dentures do not "break in"... you need to contact your dentist and get the denture adjusted. This is to be expected and usually there is no cost to the adjustment. Sometimes it can take a couple of visits before the dentures are completely comfortable.
How do I keep my breath fresh with Invisalign?
Keep the trays clean by brushing them thoroughly when you brush your teeth. Make sure you brush your tongue and cheeks, generally you will be changing your trays every two weeks READ MORE
Keep the trays clean by brushing them thoroughly when you brush your teeth. Make sure you brush your tongue and cheeks, generally you will be changing your trays every two weeks or so if you think your breathe is bad it is probably not from the trays. Make sure you are brushing, flossing and rinsing at least twice a day and make sure you are going your dentist regularly.
Will my teeth fall out from receding gums?
Receding gums can be due to many things including periodontal disease which can result in bone loss. It can also be caused by tooth clenching either during the day or at night. READ MORE
Receding gums can be due to many things including periodontal disease which can result in bone loss. It can also be caused by tooth clenching either during the day or at night. The best way to find out how healthy your teeth are is to go to your dentist and get a comprehensive exam with radiographs and then you will know exactly what shape your teeth are in .
