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Dr. Ruth E. Abraham, DDS
Dentist
Dr. Ruth Abraham is a Dentist practicing in Virginia Beach, VA. Dr. Abraham 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.
Dr. Ruth E. Abraham, DDS
- Virginia Beach, VA
- Accepting new patients
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Is it OK to rinse with salt water every day?
It is ok to rinse with salt water. You would still get exam and cleaning regularly as well as brush & floss well.
What are the side effects of cavities?
Cavities are essentially infections in the actual teeth. If left untreated, the infection will get to the nerve and cause unbearable pain.
How long after dental bonding can I eat?
Bonding material is set with the light so it's ready to go as soon as the anesthesia wears off.
What are the best clear aligners?
After a through exam and cleaning your dentist may decide it clear/removable or conventional braces are good for your particular case. Please don't do the DIY ortho treatment. READ MORE
After a through exam and cleaning your dentist may decide it clear/removable or conventional braces are good for your particular case. Please don't do the DIY ortho treatment.
Can crowns cause gum disease?
Crowns don't cause gum disease.
How can I tighten my loose teeth?
You may have periodontal condition that has caused your bone to loosen around your teeth. You need to see a periodontist asap.
Can you replace a crown with a veneer?
No, a tooth would have been prepped on all 5 sides to have had a crown on it. A veneer only covers the front and edge of teeth.
What causes pockets around teeth?
Periodontal disease is a gum infection that causes pockets to form around the teeth where bacteria and a calcified mass known as calculus builds up. A full set of xrays and full READ MORE
Periodontal disease is a gum infection that causes pockets to form around the teeth where bacteria and a calcified mass known as calculus builds up. A full set of xrays and full mouth deep cleaning is needed as soon as possible. Since this disease is not painful, it could go on for a while before the person realizes there is a problem. Therefore, some teeth may be beyond the point of recovery and may need to be removed.
How can I remove tartar from my teeth without going to the dentist?
Good evening,
I'm afraid the only way to remove the tartar off your teeth is to have a professional cleaning. Once the hardened debris is removed, you will be able to floss READ MORE
Good evening,
I'm afraid the only way to remove the tartar off your teeth is to have a professional cleaning. Once the hardened debris is removed, you will be able to floss and brush daily to keep it from coming back.
I'm afraid the only way to remove the tartar off your teeth is to have a professional cleaning. Once the hardened debris is removed, you will be able to floss and brush daily to keep it from coming back.
Should I still be in pain a week after a tooth extraction?
Good afternoon,
Every dental extraction is different. If the pain persists, please have it checked out.
Every dental extraction is different. If the pain persists, please have it checked out.
