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Dr. Steven Isaacson, DMD

Dentist

Dr. Steven Isaacson is a prosthodontist practicing in Princeton, NJ. Dr. Isaacson specializes in the restoration and replacement of teeth. Prosthodontists maintain oral function, comfort and the appearance and health either with the natural teeth or the replacement of missing ones with maxillofacial tissues and artificial substances.
Dr. Steven Isaacson, DMD
  • Princeton, NJ
  • Accepting new patients

What is the strongest over the counter pain reliever for a toothache?

Most over the counter meds are ineffective including Orajel. For SHORT term relief with over the counter meds you can use a combination of 500mg tylenol, 600 mg advil and one type READ MORE
Most over the counter meds are ineffective including Orajel. For SHORT term relief with over the counter meds you can use a combination of 500mg tylenol, 600 mg advil and one type of ingestion of caffeine including coffee, chocolate, ect. This is only to be used until you can seek professional dental care since this combination taken more than a day or 2 can cause other major issues. 

What are the first signs of dry socket?

Usually occurs 2-4 days after extraction. The extraction site becomes extremely sore and the patient develops a bad taste in the mouth. An oral surgeon will need to treat, otherwise READ MORE
Usually occurs 2-4 days after extraction. The extraction site becomes extremely sore and the patient develops a bad taste in the mouth. An oral surgeon will need to treat, otherwise you could have problems with bone necrosis.

Can dentists fill cavities between teeth?

Yes we commonly restore teeth by placing a filling on 2 surfaces of a tooth that will close a space between 2 teeth