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What is the best mouthwash for bad breath?
Probably listerine or diluted hydrogen peroxide 50/50 w water. Smell can also come from tartar buildup, so get your teeth cleaned. Cavities are bacteria that can add to smell. READ MORE
Probably listerine or diluted hydrogen peroxide 50/50 w water. Smell can also come from tartar buildup, so get your teeth cleaned. Cavities are bacteria that can add to smell. The tongue can harbor lots of things so use a tongue scraper. Sinus/allergy drainage can be part of problem. Also gastric reflux
Why are my teeth turning yellow with braces?
Either tartar buildup or stain. Probably need to have the dental hygienist clean your teeth.
Can I get an implant without a bone graft?
Yes, but if bone grafting is recommended, then you need to do it so the implant will be solid enough.
How do you prevent bone loss in gums?
Brushing and flossing daily. Mouth rinse. Very important to see the hygienist routinely to remove hard deposits
What can you take for a toothache while pregnant?
Usually only tylenol. Ideally, dental work is safest during the 2nd trimester. Your OB may be able to prescribe something else. Better to not take any meds that could have an effect READ MORE
Usually only tylenol. Ideally, dental work is safest during the 2nd trimester. Your OB may be able to prescribe something else. Better to not take any meds that could have an effect on the baby.
Can tooth sensitivity go away on its own?
Yes. But a sensitive toothpaste used and left in the teeth for 30 minutes can help. But you may have a cavity that needs treatment.
Will a deep cleaning stop gum disease?
Yes. But you have to be committed to routine cleanings to maintain healthy gums
How do you adjust your dentures without going to the dentist?
Best to not do that. Easy to mess them up if you don’t know what you’re doing
Which dental crown is best for front teeth?
Generally, the new zirconia materials are best.
Is baking soda good for inflamed gums?
It won't hurt them. Probably better would be 50/50 hydrogen peroxide/water to rinse with.
What can I take for gum inflammation?
Rinse mouth with listerine or diluted hydrogen peroxide. But, need to get your teeth cleaned by the hygienist
Are ceramic fillings toxic?
No. Any material to be placed in the human body has undergone thorough to make sure of safety.
How many times can a filling be replaced?
There is not a limit. But if a filling in the tooth is not staying, then it may be time to put a crown covering the entire tooth.
Can an old filling be replaced?
Yes. But it doesn’t have to be replaced just because it is old. And sometimes the next step for the tooth may be a crown over the tooth to protect it from breaking if the filling READ MORE
Yes. But it doesn’t have to be replaced just because it is old. And sometimes the next step for the tooth may be a crown over the tooth to protect it from breaking if the filling would be too big
Abscess tooth?
The patient needs to be seen by the dentist so they know what they are treating and develop a plan. Can't just call in medication for patients.
Oral thrush or worse?
Need a review of other medications that you are taking, and a visual exam. Need to schedule an exam with your dentist.
How should I sleep with tooth pain?
500 mg Tylenol with 600 mg ibuprofen. See your dentist to fix the problem
How long is the recovery for double jaw surgery?
That is a question for your surgeon because every procedure and patient is different
