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47 years
Experience
Dr. Michael Acquista, D.D.S.
- Brooklyn, NY
- Columbia College of Arts and Sciences
- Accepting new patients
Healthy Eating
Healthy eating: It is so important, but Doctors don't learn much about it. C. Everett Koop, former U. S. Surgeon General, suggested we should, but not much has happened. I...
Is surgery the only option for treating TMJ?
Surgery is rarely an option depending upon severity, degree of disk degeneration, and a host of other factors. Go to Columbia TMJ clinic in Manhattan for an evaluation and recommended READ MORE
Surgery is rarely an option depending upon severity, degree of disk degeneration, and a host of other factors. Go to Columbia TMJ clinic in Manhattan for an evaluation and recommended options.
How do you fix spacing between teeth?
See an orthodontist. Get braces or Invisalign.
What is the best option for replacing a missing tooth?
A dental implant is usually the ideal replacement for a missing tooth. I do not know which tooth, the amount of bone support, your finances, etc., so make an appointment with a READ MORE
A dental implant is usually the ideal replacement for a missing tooth. I do not know which tooth, the amount of bone support, your finances, etc., so make an appointment with a dentist to discuss the options, costs, risks, and benefits of all options before making a decision.
Why are my gums so sore?
Maybe you are brushing and/or flossing too hard, see sawing under the gums, or brushing on the gums and are hurting yourself. Maybe you have diabetes and/or haven't been to the READ MORE
Maybe you are brushing and/or flossing too hard, see sawing under the gums, or brushing on the gums and are hurting yourself. Maybe you have diabetes and/or haven't been to the dentist for a while for a professional cleaning. Maybe you have gum disease. Use a soft brush. See your dentist and ask them.
Is fluoride toothpaste safe?
Of course it is safe and effective at reducing decay. First of all, you spit it out and rinse if you are worried about fluoride. Don’t you think they test and research before it READ MORE
Of course it is safe and effective at reducing decay. First of all, you spit it out and rinse if you are worried about fluoride. Don’t you think they test and research before it is approved? And after over 60 years, I haven’t heard about people being adversely affected except children who accidentally ingested the very concentrated fluoride treatment gel administered at a dental office. So, did you ever realize that there is fluoride in foods and drinks we have every day? Are you worried about that? Perhaps the highest fluoride content is in tea, and that is considered to be good for you! Don’t bother doing a research study: tens of millions of Chinese people have been drinking 5-10 cups a day for centuries and it hasn’t made them sick.
What can I do with my broken molar?
If you leave it, it will probably get worse, and eventually, you may get an infection that may or may not hurt, and the worst thing that could happen is that it could kill you. READ MORE
If you leave it, it will probably get worse, and eventually, you may get an infection that may or may not hurt, and the worst thing that could happen is that it could kill you.
The insides of my teeth are turning black. Why?
Maybe stain; let a dentist take a look!
Can a small crack in my tooth heal on its own?
No, tooth structure does not grow back
Can gum disease cause your teeth to fall out?
YES! 70% of all teeth extracted are due to gum disease. It is by far the most common reason teeth are extracted.
What should I do if my dentures feel loose?
Get a denture realign, probably.
Dental consultation for dentures?
Go to the dentist, get full mouth x-rays, exam, and consultation to find out your options, cost, pros and cons of each alternative, etc. Cannot make a diagnosis and treatment READ MORE
Go to the dentist, get full mouth x-rays, exam, and consultation to find out your options, cost, pros and cons of each alternative, etc. Cannot make a diagnosis and treatment plan without these things.
Will cavities require root canals?
Depends how deep the tooth decay is. If it is deep enough to reach the pulp which contains tiny blood vessels and the nerve, then either root canal and crown or extraction is READ MORE
Depends how deep the tooth decay is. If it is deep enough to reach the pulp which contains tiny blood vessels and the nerve, then either root canal and crown or extraction is indicated. Otherwise just a filling is needed.
Can I have surgery to fix TMJ?
Probably not. Surgery is rarely performed in only the most severely damaged TMJ joints. Avoid chewing gum, don’t open wide, eat a soft food diet, use warm to hot moist heat compresses READ MORE
Probably not. Surgery is rarely performed in only the most severely damaged TMJ joints. Avoid chewing gum, don’t open wide, eat a soft food diet, use warm to hot moist heat compresses and massage to joints when they hurt and Advil or Alene with food as directed when symptomatic.
How long does a filling take to heal?
6-8 weeks
Does a tooth extraction affect the brain?
If a car mechanic uses his dirty tool to extract an upper molar tooth, he can get an infection that goes into the brain and it can be fatal. If someone has a lower wisdom tooth READ MORE
If a car mechanic uses his dirty tool to extract an upper molar tooth, he can get an infection that goes into the brain and it can be fatal. If someone has a lower wisdom tooth that is impacted in the jawbone, extracting it can damage the nerve that gives sensation to that side of the mouth and this could cause permanent numbness. Doctors usually use sterilized instruments and take x-rays showing if impacted teeth are very close to the nerve and will sometimes refuse to extract because of the potential to cause nerve damage. So the answer is that those things are possible, but very, very unlikely and it is foolish to think that it is something you should be worried about.
Do I need antibiotics for a tooth extraction?
That depends. If there is an infection with a swelling, then they are usually given. However, if there is not an infection, for instance, the tooth had decay into the pulp, but READ MORE
That depends. If there is an infection with a swelling, then they are usually given. However, if there is not an infection, for instance, the tooth had decay into the pulp, but was still alive, then antibiotics need not be given. Often they are given after an extraction, but that is often not necessary, and only when healing pain is persistent for over two days might they be prescribed.
Is my jaw pain from wisdom teeth?
Very possible. Get x-rays to confirm.
What will my dental follow up be like after getting my braces removed?
Same as always. Look for cavities, cleaning, X-rays.
Should I get all of my wisdom teeth extracted in one appointment?
Yes, but I don't recommend it. It is best to get one side done at a time and wait at least 3-4 weeks before doing the other side.
Why does a cracked tooth have to be pulled?
It depends. If the tooth is fractured down the root and in 2 pieces, there is not much that can be done. Food will get stuck in between, the pulp will die and become infected and READ MORE
It depends. If the tooth is fractured down the root and in 2 pieces, there is not much that can be done. Food will get stuck in between, the pulp will die and become infected and these problems can’t be corrected. But if the pieces are not completely separated, the tooth can be shaped for a crown after bonding the pieces together and if a temporary crown can be
fabricated around the tooth to splint it back together cleanly, a crown impression can be taken and the crown will hold the fractured parts together. If the pulp is involved, root canal can be performed after the temporary crown is made by making a hole through the chewing surface. Afterwards, the impression can be taken if the pieces can be bonded together
and the permanent crown, once placed, will hold the parts together. If the crack is at or above the gum line, a crown can be made to salvage the tooth.
fabricated around the tooth to splint it back together cleanly, a crown impression can be taken and the crown will hold the fractured parts together. If the pulp is involved, root canal can be performed after the temporary crown is made by making a hole through the chewing surface. Afterwards, the impression can be taken if the pieces can be bonded together
and the permanent crown, once placed, will hold the parts together. If the crack is at or above the gum line, a crown can be made to salvage the tooth.
