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Ifeatu Nnebe, DDS
Dentist
Dr. Ifeatu Nnebe is a Dentist practicing in Folsom, CA. Dr. Nnebe specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases and conditions associated with the mouth and overall dental health. Dentists are trained to carry out such treatment as professional cleaning, restorative, prosthodontic, and endodontic procedures, and performing examinations, among many others.
19 years
Experience
Ifeatu Nnebe, DDS
- Folsom, CA
- University of Ibadan, College of Medicine
- Accepting new patients
"Gingivitis" Simply Explained
What is Gingivitis? “Gingivitis” originates from the combination of two words…gingivae “gums” and itis “inflammation”. Gingivitis, simply put, means “inflammation of the gums”....
Do dental implants get plaque?
Yes. Dental implants require regular daily cleaning at home and regular check up by your dentist - recommended check up is 3 times yearly visits.
How often should I clean my teeth with braces?
At least twice daily. Recommend after every meal. Also flossing.
Can I get implants with bone loss?
You may need to get a bone graft for your implants if you have bone loss. Consult your dentist.
What happens if you don't have enough bone for dental implants?
You could get a bone graft to augment the bone in the area b4 implants are placed.
Are bone grafts necessary after a tooth extraction?
Highly recommended to preserve bone density
Can you sleep with dentures?
Not recommended. Clean them and place in a cup of regular room temp water by your bedside.
How safe is dental anesthesia?
Generally very safe. If you have any underlying health conditions, let your dentist know prior to treatment.
What happens if your teeth move after having braces?
Consult your orthodontist or general dentist. Wear your retainers regularly after orthodontic treatment to avoid tooth movement.
Black mark on tooth?
Looks like a decay beneath the existing restoration. Schedule a visit with your dentist.
Why do I have dry mouth and cheeks?
Could be from your medications if you are taking any. Drink lots of water and consult your doc.
Can flossing too hard cause tooth pain?
Yes. Floss gently in between your gums to avoid gum irritation.
Why does it smell bad when I floss my teeth?
How often do you floss? Flossing is recommended at least once daily. Bad odor could be from bacteria in between your teeth.
Can you remove food debris from dentures at home?
Yes, please. Dentures should be cleaned daily after every meal using a soft soap, denture brush, and room temp water.
How many times a day should I floss?
At least once daily
How is dental calculus removed?
Using special instruments at the dental clinic. Regular tooth brushing will not remove calculus once it has formed on the teeth.
How often should you change your toothbrush?
Recommended every 3 months.
How long do fillings take to set?
24 hours for silver restorations (amalgam filling). Tooth colored or composite set after light curing in the clinic, though they may shrink a bit after curing. Temporary fillings READ MORE
24 hours for silver restorations (amalgam filling). Tooth colored or composite set after light curing in the clinic, though they may shrink a bit after curing. Temporary fillings take about 30 mins to set.
