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Michael Gastaldi, DDS
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Dr. Michael Gastaldi is a Dentist practicing in Staten Island, NY. Dr. Gastaldi 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.
Michael Gastaldi, DDS
- Staten Island, NY
- Accepting new patients
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Does a root canal give immediate relief?
If the root canal tooth has an infection, relief may not be immediate.
How long after tooth extraction can I use denture adhesive?
Denture adhesives can get into extraction sockets and delay healing. If sutures are placed after extraction, adhesives may be difficult to remove from sutures. Depending upon READ MORE
Denture adhesives can get into extraction sockets and delay healing. If sutures are placed after extraction, adhesives may be difficult to remove from sutures.
Depending upon the type of extraction (surgical/non-surgical) can also delay the use of adhesives. Asking the dentist/surgeon who removed the tooth for advice.
Depending upon the type of extraction (surgical/non-surgical) can also delay the use of adhesives. Asking the dentist/surgeon who removed the tooth for advice.
How long after a crown is cemented can I eat?
Drying/setting times for different cements vary. An hour wait after a crown is cemented before eating is a average wait time. It is best to speak with your Dentist for his/her READ MORE
Drying/setting times for different cements vary. An hour wait after a crown is cemented before eating is a average wait time. It is best to speak with your Dentist for his/her recommendation.
Does root canal infection show up on an x-ray?
X-rays do not show bacteria. If bacterial infection does damage to the bone or tooth, then x-ray will indicate.
How long does it take to get Invisalign?
Evaluation, impressions, and other records are taken in the dental office. Turn around time for aligners is a few weeks.
Does crown lengthening hurt?
Anesthesia will keep you comfortable during the procedure. May have mild discomfort after procedure.
How long do stitches stay in after dental implants?
There are sutures( stitches) that dissolve and others that have to be removed. Most dissolving sutures fall out in about two weeks. Stitches that don’t fall out require a follow READ MORE
There are sutures( stitches) that dissolve and others that have to be removed. Most dissolving sutures fall out in about two weeks.
Stitches that don’t fall out require a follow up appointment with the Dentist that placed them. There can be exceptions, follow up with your Dentist.
Stitches that don’t fall out require a follow up appointment with the Dentist that placed them. There can be exceptions, follow up with your Dentist.
How long does it take for dentures to settle?
Many factors to consider. Bone structure, soft tissue consistency, full or partial denture, recent extractions, etc. This question is better answered by the dentist who inserted READ MORE
Many factors to consider. Bone structure, soft tissue consistency, full or partial denture, recent extractions, etc. This question is better answered by the dentist who inserted your case.
When can I stop rinsing with saltwater after tooth extraction?
Rinsing with salt water or other solutions after an extraction is to keep the extraction site free of food debris and bacteria. Once the extraction site heals, usually rinsing READ MORE
Rinsing with salt water or other solutions after an extraction is to keep the extraction site free of food debris and bacteria. Once the extraction site heals, usually rinsing can be terminated. Time to heal from person to person or extraction to extraction varies; usually within two weeks things should be healed, otherwise you should return to your dentist.
What is the difference between gingivitis and periodontitis?
Simply put, gingivitis is the start of periodontal disease, periodontitis is a progression of gingivitis. This is a simple answer and treatment is recommended.
Can cavities on the side of the tooth be filled?
Good morning, Responding to your question about treatment of cavities on different surfaces of a tooth. Various materials can be used to restore teeth with cavities. Unfortunately, READ MORE
Good morning,
Responding to your question about treatment of cavities on different surfaces of a tooth. Various materials can be used to restore teeth with cavities. Unfortunately, depending on the size and location of the cavitie other treatments may be required. If you would like to have a consultation about treatment, please call office and I will be happy to evulate your particular situation/condition and recommend treatment.
Dr. Gastaldi (718)816-6686
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Responding to your question about treatment of cavities on different surfaces of a tooth. Various materials can be used to restore teeth with cavities. Unfortunately, depending on the size and location of the cavitie other treatments may be required. If you would like to have a consultation about treatment, please call office and I will be happy to evulate your particular situation/condition and recommend treatment.
Dr. Gastaldi (718)816-6686
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