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Dr. Michael Acquista, D.D.S.
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48 years
Experience
Dr. Michael Acquista, D.D.S.
- Brooklyn, NY
- Columbia College of Arts and Sciences
- Accepting new patients
Healthy Eating
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What are your views on dental sealants for adults?
They are just as effective for adults and I am in favor of using them
Can laser therapy be used to treat gum disease?
Certainly. I use it on some of my patients. It sterilizes as it removes sick gum tissue, sealing blood vessels and nerve endings, but hard buildup of tartar(calculus) must still READ MORE
Certainly. I use it on some of my patients. It sterilizes as it removes sick gum tissue, sealing blood vessels and nerve endings, but hard buildup of tartar(calculus) must still be scraped off with conventional cavitron ultrasonics and hand scaling. Healing is usually less painful, but no faster.
What material dentures are the best?
Depends.
What are the options to straighten my teeth?
See an Orthodontist. They will give you options for moving teeth to an optimal position. If those are not suitable, ask your general dentist if there are other options.
How long should I wait for partial dentures?
Wait five weeks after extractions before impressions for dentures. Takes a month to 6 weeks to finish new dentures.
When can I eat after teeth whitening?
i would wait an hour or two. You may have sensitivity from the procedure.
What level of gum recession needs treatment?
There is no requirement. Are they sensitive? Are you brushing too hard or wrong? Is there decay?
Is water flosser good for implants?
Yes, but you should brush and floss or pick as well.
Can I clean under a bridge?
Of course you should. Use a floss threader to get underneath. Waterpic is helpful too.
What can I not eat with a zirconium crown?
no restrictions
How long will my partials last?
10 years is considered successful. They usually need to be relined after 3-5 yrs. because the underlying gum tissue slowly recedes, compromising the fit.
Do you get a gum graft during implant surgery?
No. Maybe a bone graft.
How long do root canals with crowns last?
10 years is considered successful. My crown is over 30 years old. Depends
Can I use saltwater rinse after a root canal?
Yes, but it won't do anything.
How long will my root canal pain last?
It takes 6-8 weeks to heal. Pain diminishes after 3-7 days.
