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Dr. James Martin Kahal, DDS
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Should You Extract a Painful Tooth? Place an Implant? Have a Root Canal or Crown?
This topic comes up every day in my practice, and I wanted to share the decision-making process that dentists go through to recommend the appropriate treatment. First, we must...
Is it okay to swallow the gel applied for a mouth ulcer?
Most of the over-the-counter gels for mouth ulcers contain orabase and benzocaine. The orabase is just a carrier for the benzocaine and will not hurt you. The benzocaine can make READ MORE
Most of the over-the-counter gels for mouth ulcers contain orabase and benzocaine. The orabase is just a carrier for the benzocaine and will not hurt you. The benzocaine can make your stomach upset, but at small quantities, it will probably not be an issue unless you are sensitive to the drug.
What is the medication that the dentist will use as an anesthesia before my root canal?
The endodontist or dentist will probably start with a topical anesthetic before giving you an injection of local anesthesia which probably will be one or two of the following types READ MORE
The endodontist or dentist will probably start with a topical anesthetic before giving you an injection of local anesthesia which probably will be one or two of the following types depending on your individual needs and where the procedure is located. 1. Lidocaine 2. Septicaine 3. Prilocaine or 4. Carbocaine.
Good luck!
Good luck!
I am a diabetic and my gums have been bleeding. Is there something to be concerned about?
Bleeding gums are a sign of inflammation. If ignored, it can lead to periodontal disease which can lead to tooth loss. Floss everyday, make sure your diabetes is under control READ MORE
Bleeding gums are a sign of inflammation. If ignored, it can lead to periodontal disease which can lead to tooth loss. Floss everyday, make sure your diabetes is under control and see your dentist for an exam and check-up to monitor your periodontal status.
Can an infected tooth spread the infection to the other teeth as well?
It depends on what is causing the infection . If it is a gum infection around a tooth it can spread to other teeth . If is a tooth born infection such as an abcessed tooth they READ MORE
It depends on what is causing the infection . If it is a gum infection around a tooth it can spread to other teeth . If is a tooth born infection such as an abcessed tooth they don't usually spread to other teeth until later stages. Any infection left untreated can spread to other teeth . You must eliminate the source of the infection and treat it . Then allow the colateral damage to heal . Establish drainage and possibly antibiotics .
Is it bad if a piece of an old filling falls out?
A small piece of filling material that comes out of a tooth while flossing should be checked by a dental professional. It could mean that all you need to do is smooth the chip, READ MORE
A small piece of filling material that comes out of a tooth while flossing should be checked by a dental professional. It could mean that all you need to do is smooth the chip, but it could also mean the start of a serious cavity. Decay-causing bacteria can get into the space where the filling portion came out (which is impossible to clean) and begin breaking down the tooth structure. The tooth will become more and more sensitive on and off, until the bacteria reaches the nerve of the tooth which could mean root canal.
Do I have to be numb?
It depends how deep the cavity is. Smaller the cavity, the easier the procedure. The problem is that when you avoid anesthesia and the procedure is uncomfortable, your blood pressure READ MORE
It depends how deep the cavity is. Smaller the cavity, the easier the procedure. The problem is that when you avoid anesthesia and the procedure is uncomfortable, your blood pressure can become elevated, which depending on your health can be problematic. Sometimes, older patients can have certain fillings restored without local anesthesia because the tooth nerves become smaller as we age. Hope this helps.
