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Dr. Jay H. Sher, DDS, FAGD
Dentist
Dr. Sher prides himself on helping patients feel and look their best by providing the finest dental care and the latest technology. Whether a routine dental visit or a cosmetic procedure, Dr. Sher treats a variety of dental conditions in his practice.
48 years
Experience
Dr. Jay H. Sher, DDS, FAGD
- Livingston, NJ
- Columbia University
- Accepting new patients
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When should I go to the dentist for denture pain?
Right away. Your dentist should be able to alleviate the pain with an adjustment or at least recommend the appropriate follow up treatment. Just do it!
Does a root canal give immediate relief?
Many times, yes. It depends on the infection and how quickly it responds to the treatment. Please just get the necessary treatment from a good dentist. Good luck.
Should I squeeze pus out of my gum abscess?
You can. Then, make an appointment with your dentist to find out why you have an infection and how to treat it. Squeezing pus out may make it feel a little better, but that will READ MORE
You can. Then, make an appointment with your dentist to find out why you have an infection and how to treat it. Squeezing pus out may make it feel a little better, but that will probably not be the cure!
How quickly does a cavity progress?
If a cavity has started on the enamel, the protecting outer layer of the tooth, it progresses slowly. If the cavity starts on the root surface, it can progress pretty quickly. READ MORE
If a cavity has started on the enamel, the protecting outer layer of the tooth, it progresses slowly. If the cavity starts on the root surface, it can progress pretty quickly. Similar to a small leak in your roof that will only get bigger, how important is it until significant problems arise? Small cavity is an easy repair and less costly. Just do it!
How should I sleep with tooth pain?
The best you can after you take some over the counter pain medication and then call your dentist first thing in the morning!.
Why is my cheek swollen after a root canal?
It's possible that you need an endodontist, a dentist who specializes in root canal therapy.
What's the best thing for wisdom tooth pain?
See your dentist right away. It may be positioned in a way that would require an extraction in the future. An X-ray will usually help decide.
What is a natural antibiotic for a tooth infection?
The natural antibiotic for a tooth infection is to get yourself to a dentist who can make the correct diagnosis and provide the correct treatment and put you on the correct antibiotic READ MORE
The natural antibiotic for a tooth infection is to get yourself to a dentist who can make the correct diagnosis and provide the correct treatment and put you on the correct antibiotic if it is needed. A person or a doctor who treats himself has a fool for a patient!
Can you get a cavity from not brushing one night?
No. Relax. The decay process takes time and you will not be penalized for missing one night.
Is bonding better than veneers?
It depends. They are not exactly different approaches for the same dental problem. There are so many factors that have to be evaluated to make the correct decision that you READ MORE
It depends. They are not exactly different approaches for the same dental problem. There are so many factors that have to be evaluated to make the correct decision that you should question your dentist about the pros and cons for your specific situation. Remember, bonding is usually done chairside in one visit and veneers usually require tooth preparation and are two visits incorporating the cost of the laboratory.
How do you clean under an implant bridge?
You can use floss threaders, proxi-brushes, water picks, and stimudents. Get help from your dental hygienist.
Is it ok to get a crown without a root canal?
Absolutely. They are independent of one another. If you have had root canal therapy, a crown is usually the treatment of choice but not necessary for a routine crown.
Can you drink hot drinks with a partial denture?
Yes. Should not be a problem. I never heard of a patient complaining about that potential issue.
Does food get under your retainer?
Why are you eating with a retainer? Retainers are usually worn at night when you go to sleep so no midnight snacks. If you are wearing a retainer during orthodontic treatment READ MORE
Why are you eating with a retainer? Retainers are usually worn at night when you go to sleep so no midnight snacks. If you are wearing a retainer during orthodontic treatment after active movement with your aligners, take the retainer out when you eat and replace it back when you are done.
How long are you under anesthesia for a root canal?
Depending on the type of anesthesia used, it could be as long as 2-3 hours in total but can vary patient to patient.
Can you remove food debris from dentures at home?
The simple answer is YES. We give all our denture patients a special brush that has stiffer bristles to clean their appliances at least twice a day. Ask your dentist for the READ MORE
The simple answer is YES. We give all our denture patients a special brush that has stiffer bristles to clean their appliances at least twice a day. Ask your dentist for the special brush or go online and order one.
How do you pull your own tooth out?
Since you are 33 years old, I presume that this is not a baby tooth you are talking about. Therefore, it would not be wise to attempt to extract your own tooth. Even a dentist READ MORE
Since you are 33 years old, I presume that this is not a baby tooth you are talking about. Therefore, it would not be wise to attempt to extract your own tooth. Even a dentist would go to another dentist to have an extraction. There is a lot of truth to the phrase, "the doctor who treat himself has a fool for a patient". Call your dentist and let them do the extraction. Please!
How long does a root canal last?
No one can give you an exact answer but the success rate is over 90%. Therefore, if done properly and restored correctly, it could last you the rest of your life. On the other READ MORE
No one can give you an exact answer but the success rate is over 90%. Therefore, if done properly and restored correctly, it could last you the rest of your life. On the other hand, you could be part of the minority of patients who develop a problem later on. If you need root canal therapy, it would probably be wise to get it done.
Can dentures look natural?
They can look very natural as long as you have a good dentist who uses a good lab.
How do cavities heal without fillings?
They don't. If you have a cavity from decay with bacteria, it needs to be cleaned out thoroughly and a filling placed.
