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Dr. Mariamawet D. Ambachew, DDS
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Dr. Mariamawet Ambachew is a Dentist practicing in Fayetteville, NC. Dr. Ambachew 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. Mariamawet D. Ambachew, DDS
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Is Invisalign as good as normal braces?
I am not an orthodontist, but as a general dentist, I do clear correct it is similar like Invisalign, and all my cases I accept are simple ortho cases such as aligning minor crowding READ MORE
I am not an orthodontist, but as a general dentist, I do clear correct it is similar like Invisalign, and all my cases I accept are simple ortho cases such as aligning minor crowding and closing spaces. If you have severe crowding, deep bite, overbite, open bite, cross bite, and skeletal problem, you might get a best result with regular braces. I suggest you see an orthodontist so they will decide which one will be the best option for you.
Why do my gums bleed after flossing?
Bleeding after flossing and brushing is a sign of gum disease due to the inflammation of the gum. You might need to make appointment to see your dentist.
Is it possible for my braces to become loose?
Yes, it will be best to go back to your orthodontist. It may be time to change the wires or remove them.
Is gum disease hereditary?
Research has indicated that some people may be genetically susceptible to gum disease,” says the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP). Studies have found, for instance, that READ MORE
Research has indicated that some people may be genetically susceptible to gum disease,” says the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP). Studies have found, for instance, that gum disease can be more severe in people whose cells produce a cytokine (interleukin-1) that causes inflammation, which is a genetic factor. This is only true if the patient did everything they supposed to do brushing, flossing and following their 6 months recall and still have gum disease.
What can I eat one week after wisdom tooth removal?
The first 48 hrs make sure you eat cold food like smoothies, pudding, cheese cake, mashed potatoes, oatmeal, cheese and eggs. Those kind of foods help to come the inflammation READ MORE
The first 48 hrs make sure you eat cold food like smoothies, pudding, cheese cake, mashed potatoes, oatmeal, cheese and eggs. Those kind of foods help to come the inflammation down after extraction. Avoid spice and crunchy foods, roasted vegetables and meat. The healing process varies depending on how the teeth/tooth extracted. If it was traumatic extraction, the healing process will take too long and you might need to stick with the soft foods for a while.
How long does the hole take to close after tooth extraction?
There are different phases of tooth extraction site healing process or socket to level up with the adjacent bone. The first 48 hrs the capillaries will fill the socket and the READ MORE
There are different phases of tooth extraction site healing process or socket to level up with the adjacent bone. The first 48 hrs the capillaries will fill the socket and the bleeding will stop. Then 48-72 hrs and the next 4 weeks the fibers start filling the socket with the gum (soft tissue). Then, 4-10 weeks the mesenchymal cells will transform into bone cells and bone start filling the socket. The healing process is depend on the severity of the extraction, traumatic tooth extraction might take a while to heal compare to atraumatic tooth extraction. It is also true that impacted teeth extraction might take longer healing time due to the process of removing more bone to get to the tooth/teeth.
Can I keep my wisdom teeth?
Different doctors have different view when it comes to removing fully erupted wisdom teeth. I personally defer from extracting them if they are free of disease like cavities, gingivitis READ MORE
Different doctors have different view when it comes to removing fully erupted wisdom teeth. I personally defer from extracting them if they are free of disease like cavities, gingivitis or periodontitis, and not affecting the adjacent and opposing teeth. The patient oral hygiene and compliance to keep their 6 months recall are the other factors to consider keeping the fully erupted wisdom teeth.
Is a teeth cleaning by a dentist necessary?
Yes, cleaning your teeth twice a day and flossing daily is commendable, but still need to get a cleaning from your dentist or hygienist to remove any tart or calculus build up READ MORE
Yes, cleaning your teeth twice a day and flossing daily is commendable, but still need to get a cleaning from your dentist or hygienist to remove any tart or calculus build up below and above the gum line.
How long does a temporary crown last?
Temporary crown can last more than a month if they are contoured, fitted and cemented well to the teeth and smooth enough not to harbored bacteria. I always recommend not to take READ MORE
Temporary crown can last more than a month if they are contoured, fitted and cemented well to the teeth and smooth enough not to harbored bacteria. I always recommend not to take too long to get your permanent crown because the permanent crown is more tissue friendly to the gum and does not come out easily since they are cemented permanently. It is also more easier to floss and keep the hard and soft tissue clean with the permanent crown.
What are the early signs for gum disease?
The early sign of gum disease is gum bleeding up on brushing and flossing. White spots usually not the sign of gum disease, but it will be wise to get checked with you dentist READ MORE
The early sign of gum disease is gum bleeding up on brushing and flossing. White spots usually not the sign of gum disease, but it will be wise to get checked with you dentist to differentiate the diagnosis of the white spot on your gum. Gingivitis or gum disease usually cause the gum to be red and swollen due to the inflammation. Healthy gum should appear firm and pink.
Can I scrape plaque off my teeth?
Hello,
It is very difficult to scrape a plaque especially if it is calcified (calculus) or tart. It will be best if a hygienist removed the plaque. A good hygienist will give READ MORE
Hello,
It is very difficult to scrape a plaque especially if it is calcified (calculus) or tart. It will be best if a hygienist removed the plaque. A good hygienist will give you also an oral hygiene instructions how to prevent from forming plaques in the future. However, it doesn’t mean you can’t scrape your teeth using dental scaler, the only problem with that is you might end up damaging or tearing up your gum trying to remove the calculus.
I hope this answers your question.
It is very difficult to scrape a plaque especially if it is calcified (calculus) or tart. It will be best if a hygienist removed the plaque. A good hygienist will give you also an oral hygiene instructions how to prevent from forming plaques in the future. However, it doesn’t mean you can’t scrape your teeth using dental scaler, the only problem with that is you might end up damaging or tearing up your gum trying to remove the calculus.
I hope this answers your question.
The insides of my teeth are turning black. Why?
Hello,
Intrinsic (internal) staining it could be cavity, bleeding inside the pulp chamber (where the nerves and vascular of the tooth located), you see this usually after traumatic READ MORE
Hello,
Intrinsic (internal) staining it could be cavity, bleeding inside the pulp chamber (where the nerves and vascular of the tooth located), you see this usually after traumatic injury to the tooth, it could be fluorosis (to much fluoride), or from taking tetracycline antibiotic, causing internal staining.
Intrinsic (internal) staining it could be cavity, bleeding inside the pulp chamber (where the nerves and vascular of the tooth located), you see this usually after traumatic injury to the tooth, it could be fluorosis (to much fluoride), or from taking tetracycline antibiotic, causing internal staining.
How long is a root canal treatment?
Hello, a root canal treatment can be done same appointment like in an hour, or it might take multiple appointments. It’s all depends on which tooth it is. Some teeth special the READ MORE
Hello, a root canal treatment can be done same appointment like in an hour, or it might take multiple appointments. It’s all depends on which tooth it is. Some teeth special the molars have three- four canals vs most anterior/ front teeth have only one canal, and how bad is the infection? Because before we fill the canal and put a stronger filling material, we will like to see no infection and bleeding coming out of the canal. We like to see clean canal/ canals, and sometimes that takes time. I hope this will answer your question.
What happens if my son's baby teeth don't come out?
Hello, I think it’s depending on your kid’s age. Usually by age twelve all primary or baby dentition should fall out. But there are always a variation, some fall out earlier than READ MORE
Hello, I think it’s depending on your kid’s age. Usually by age twelve all primary or baby dentition should fall out. But there are always a variation, some fall out earlier than twelve year others might even be delayed more than twelve years. If the child having pain or not able to chew due to the baby tooth, it will be wise to take him/ her to the dentist to determine the treatment plan. Sometimes the dentist might decide to extract the tooth special if it is loose, imbedded inside the gum and there is sign of infection. Other cases the dentist opt out from doing extract because the primary teeth root is not completely resorbed, there is no mobility and no sign of infection so the tooth can exfoliate by itself which will prevent adjacent teeth from moving, and prevent future crowding
