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Dr. Louis Paul Sterling, DDS
- Staten Island, NY
- NYU College of Dentistry
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What happens if you break your Invisalign tray?
See your dentist for a replacement. Meanwhile see if either the next tray fits, or return to your previous tray.
Decipher surgical notes; metal implant material?
Depending on the surgeon, either surgical grade stainless steel or titanium is the metal used for your plates and screws. Both metals were in wide use.
What happens if you don't crown a root canal?
The great majority of back teeth that have been treated with root canal therapy need to be covered with a crown. Teeth that have been treated with root canal therapy tend to become READ MORE
The great majority of back teeth that have been treated with root canal therapy need to be covered with a crown. Teeth that have been treated with root canal therapy tend to become brittle over time and they can break when you eat hard Foods. A crown helps to hold the teeth together and prevent them from fracturing. The exception to this, is if the endodontist has managed 2 create a very small access hole into the root canal system thereby preserving as much of your tooth structure as possible. This will results in a tooth that is not as weakened and may be able to withstand the forces of chewing over time
What can be done for missing back teeth?
It is important to replace teeth that are missing in the back of your mouth. This is where the great majority of your chewing occurs. Missing back teeth can be replaced either READ MORE
It is important to replace teeth that are missing in the back of your mouth. This is where the great majority of your chewing occurs. Missing back teeth can be replaced either with removable Bridges or cemented in bridges. Cemented in bridges require either some teeth to be present, or implants to be placed. Removable Bridges to not require the presence of any of your natural back teeth.
Should I be able to floss under my implant?
You really cannot floss under your implant. Your implant is a metal cylinder that is embedded in the bone. Your implant has a tooth that is screwed into it. This is done either READ MORE
You really cannot floss under your implant. Your implant is a metal cylinder that is embedded in the bone. Your implant has a tooth that is screwed into it. This is done either directly into the implant or it is cemented onto a post that is screwed into the implant. You should however floss or use a proxy brush around the tooth that has been placed onto the implant. It is very important to keep this tooth clean.
Is it ok to get a crown without a root canal?
Absolutely. If your tooth is alive, and you have enough solid tooth structure to have a crown cemented to it, it is perfectly fine to have a crown placed on a tooth that has not READ MORE
Absolutely. If your tooth is alive, and you have enough solid tooth structure to have a crown cemented to it, it is perfectly fine to have a crown placed on a tooth that has not been first treated with root canal therapy.
Does coconut oil whiten your teeth?
No. It does not.
How successful are dental bone grafts?
There are many different types of grafts. Generally speaking, when the proper material is placed by a competent doctor, the results are excellent.
Should a partial denture hurt?
If you have not worn one before, you need a period of time to get used to wearing a removable partial denture. That being said, if you have sores in your mouth or if your bite READ MORE
If you have not worn one before, you need a period of time to get used to wearing a removable partial denture. That being said, if you have sores in your mouth or if your bite feels off, return to your dentist for an adjustment. You may need several, before the denture is 100% comfortable.
How long after teeth removal can I get dentures?
There are instances when teeth are extracted and dentures are delivered on the same day. This is called an Immediate Denture. After a period of healing (about 2-3 months), these READ MORE
There are instances when teeth are extracted and dentures are delivered on the same day. This is called an Immediate Denture. After a period of healing (about 2-3 months), these Immediate Dentures are then relined to properly adapt to your healed oral tissues. If you want to wait and not have an Immediate Denture made, then a 3 month wait should be enough.
Do gums heal faster with dentures in or out?
Immediately after extractions, dentures help limit the bleeding and swelling. In addition, they guide the healing position of the gums. However, they should not be overworn. READ MORE
Immediately after extractions, dentures help limit the bleeding and swelling. In addition, they guide the healing position of the gums. However, they should not be overworn. It's important to give you mouth the overnight hours without dentures so that the tissues can rest. Warm salt water rinses 4 times daily(1/2 tsp salt per 1 oz. water) are also helpful.
What is good for sore gums from dentures?
Rest and rinsing. There's an OTC rinse available in most pharmacies called Healthy Gums, that's excellent for sore gums. You can also use 1/2tsp salt dissolved in 12 oz warm READ MORE
Rest and rinsing. There's an OTC rinse available in most pharmacies called Healthy Gums, that's excellent for sore gums. You can also use 1/2tsp salt dissolved in 12 oz warm water (every 4-6 hours) as a rinse for your soreness.
How can I get used to dentures fast?
The more you wear them, eat with them and speak with them, the faster you will get used to them. Practice speaking by reading aloud to yourself or others. Eat a relatively soft READ MORE
The more you wear them, eat with them and speak with them, the faster you will get used to them. Practice speaking by reading aloud to yourself or others. Eat a relatively soft diet to begin with. Take smaller mouthfuls of food because you already have something in your mouth. Avoid foods that are difficult to chew like salads, steak, gummy candies. See your dentist for adjustments if you develop sore spots. Good luck
How can I make my partial dentures more comfortable?
If they are new, return to your dentist for an adjustment. You may need several before the dentures are 100% comfortable.
How often do dentures need to be relined?
If you gain or lose a dramatic amount of weight, (more than 15 lbs.) they should be checked for a reline. They should also be evaluated annually during your routine dental exam READ MORE
If you gain or lose a dramatic amount of weight, (more than 15 lbs.) they should be checked for a reline. They should also be evaluated annually during your routine dental exam to make sure they still fit and function properly.
Can you eat with removable partial denture?
Yes. Their purpose is to help restore cosmetics, form and function to our patients.
What to expect when wearing dentures for the first time?
The more you wear them, eat with them and speak with them, the faster you will get used to them. Practice speaking by reading aloud to yourself or others. Eat a relatively soft READ MORE
The more you wear them, eat with them and speak with them, the faster you will get used to them. Practice speaking by reading aloud to yourself or others. Eat a relatively soft diet to begin with. Take smaller mouthfuls of food because you already have something in your mouth. Avoid foods that are difficult to chew like salads, steak, gummy candies. See your dentist for adjustments if you develop sore spots. Good luck
