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Dr. Elizabeth Jean Herko, MPH, DDS
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How should I replace my missing tooth?
If you have a missing tooth, you may be presented with a number of options to replace it. You could get an implant, a fixed bridge, or something removable. It's important to...
Why Should I Floss?
Your dental team is constantly encouraging you to floss, but why? When you eat, small particles of food get in between your teeth. Brushing your teeth may remove some of this...
How Can I Prevent Cavities?
Unfortunately having a cavity filled at your dentist's office doesn't address the real problem. The real problem is what caused that cavity in the first place. Here are five...
How to Care For Your Baby's Teeth
When should I take my child to the dentist for the first time? Some resources recommend taking a child to the dentist as early as one year old. A one-year-old child is not going...
Should my child have a pediatric dental consultation for fillings?
Yes. A pediatric dentist will forgo fillings on teeth that will fall out soon (within 6 months). If your child has cavities those can lead to pain and infection even with baby READ MORE
Yes. A pediatric dentist will forgo fillings on teeth that will fall out soon (within 6 months). If your child has cavities those can lead to pain and infection even with baby teeth:(
How can I solve the problem of bad breath?
First make sure you have been to your dentist recently for a cleaning. Build up on your teeth (that you cannot remove yourself) can cause bad breath. Check your throat to make READ MORE
First make sure you have been to your dentist recently for a cleaning. Build up on your teeth (that you cannot remove yourself) can cause bad breath. Check your throat to make sure you dont have tonsil stones. Go to the pharmacy and purchase a rinse specifically for bad breath. Not any rinse will do, and some rinses can make your breath worse.
At what age do wisdom teeth start coming in?
It is most likely his wisdom teeth. The average age of eruption of those teeth is 21, but I've seen kids get them at 15. You should bring him to a dentist for an X-ray.
Do root canals hurt after?
It's not unusual for recent root canals to be painful. They can take some time to heal, but each day should get better.
Dental bridge vs. implant?
Most of the time, an implant is better. An implant keeps a single tooth problem to one tooth. A bridge ties three teeth together.
How long after a root canal can I eat?
You can eat right away as long as you are careful not to bite yourself in the area where you are numb. It is easier to eat three hours later after the numbness has dissipated. READ MORE
You can eat right away as long as you are careful not to bite yourself in the area where you are numb. It is easier to eat three hours later after the numbness has dissipated.
What is the best dental floss?
I recommend the one you will use once a day. It's not so much the type that matters, it's just doing it everyday.
Are there any remedies for teeth clenching?
Yes, you can get a nightguard to relieve pressure on your teeth. You can buy one diy at pharmacy or have your dentist make you a custom one.
What can I do with my teeth grinding?
Yes. I think you should see a dentist.
How many teeth can be in a bridge?
Bridges can be long spans involving from 3-14 teeth. Whether or not you can have a bridge depends more on the condition and number of teeth around the missing teeth. For example, READ MORE
Bridges can be long spans involving from 3-14 teeth. Whether or not you can have a bridge depends more on the condition and number of teeth around the missing teeth. For example, if you lost two teeth due to periodontal disease, the remaining teeth might not be healthy enough to support a bridge. Or if you don’t have any teeth on one side of the missing teeth, then you wouldn’t be a candidate for a bridge. I hope this helps!
What happens when abscess ruptures?
Unfortunately the only way to heal from a tooth abscess is to have a root
canal or get the tooth extracted.
canal or get the tooth extracted.
How long after getting a cavity filled does it stop hurting?
When does it bother you? While chewing? You might need your bite adjusted. Sometimes when you are numb you dont bite down normally. The bite only has to be off a little bit READ MORE
When does it bother you? While chewing? You might need your bite adjusted. Sometimes when you are numb you dont bite down normally. The bite only has to be off a little bit to hurt. If its been more than 3 days of discomfort I would return to your dentist to have the bite evaluated.
Why does my tooth pain come and go?
It sounds like you have a cavity that has progressed to the nerve of the tooth. The treatment for that is root canal or extraction. You should go see a dentist. If you let it READ MORE
It sounds like you have a cavity that has progressed to the nerve of the tooth. The treatment for that is root canal or extraction. You should go see a dentist. If you let it go too long the only option will be extraction and sometimes it can cause a spreading infection.
Is a teeth cleaning by a dentist necessary?
Yes, unfortunately even if you do a great job with you home care a professional cleaning and exam is still recommended. Over time, plaque can harden on teeth and it is difficult READ MORE
Yes, unfortunately even if you do a great job with you home care a professional cleaning and exam is still recommended. Over time, plaque can harden on teeth and it is difficult to remove. Additionally at cleanings we check for other issues such as cavities and oral cancer which are both often painless and better to catch early.
Can bad breath be caused by dental issues?
Yes. Bad breath can be caused my issues with you gums and/or teeth. Periodontal disease and root canal infection are two examples of dental issues that can cause bad breath.
The tooth where I need a root canal isn't bothering me. Why do I need it?
Unfortunately pain is not a reliable determining factor for dental needs. Just as high blood pressure doesn’t hurt but can lead to disaster- a tooth that is infected may not bother READ MORE
Unfortunately pain is not a reliable determining factor for dental needs. Just as high blood pressure doesn’t hurt but can lead to disaster- a tooth that is infected may not bother you but can lead to serious complications.
Would anesthesia be used during my root canal?
Probably 95 percent of all root canals get local anesthetic. If you are not receiving it, you can request it because they will definitely have it.
My front tooth just cracked. How can it be fixed?
Hi!
How it's fixed depends on the depth of the crack. A cracked tooth can be filled, veneered, crowned, root canaled and crowned, or extracted and replaced. The solution depends READ MORE
Hi!
How it's fixed depends on the depth of the crack. A cracked tooth can be filled, veneered, crowned, root canaled and crowned, or extracted and replaced. The solution depends on the depth of the crack.
I hope this helps!
How it's fixed depends on the depth of the crack. A cracked tooth can be filled, veneered, crowned, root canaled and crowned, or extracted and replaced. The solution depends on the depth of the crack.
I hope this helps!
Can flossing causes spaces between my teeth?
Flossing will not directly cause spacing between your teeth. Spacing can develop due to conditions such as decay, gum disease and poor bite.
What causes dental erosions?
Erosion means that the enamel layer of your tooth is thinner or non-existent. This can occur with acid reflux or with a highly acidic diet.
