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Dr. Patricia Bezad, D.M.D.
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Dr. Patricia Bezad is a Dentist practicing in Chico, CA. Dr. Bezad 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. Bezad has had extensive education and experience in dental surgery, tooth extractions, fuxed and removable dentures, snap in dentures, all on 4 teeth, and placing dental implants.
Dr. Bezad has had extensive education and experience in dental surgery, tooth extractions, fuxed and removable dentures, snap in dentures, all on 4 teeth, and placing dental implants.
Dr. Patricia Bezad, D.M.D.
- Yuba City, CA
- Tufts University School of Dental Medicine
- Accepting new patients
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How often should you get a cleaning with braces?
Everyone should have a check-up and a cleaning at the dentist at least once a year. Sometimes with braces, depending on your home care, it is recommended to get a cleaning up to READ MORE
Everyone should have a check-up and a cleaning at the dentist at least once a year. Sometimes with braces, depending on your home care, it is recommended to get a cleaning up to four times a year. The best way to find out for you is to visit your general dentist and follow their recommendation based on your particular situation.
How long after getting immediate dentures should I be able to eat solid foods?
Hi. Timing varies on an individual basis. Normally you should be able to slowly transition to solid foods after work or two.
When can I eat solid foods after pinhole surgery?
It's always better to strictly refrain from eating chewy/hard foods, chips, popcorn, carbonated drinks, and acidic juices like grapefruit or orange juice for two weeks. Pasta, READ MORE
It's always better to strictly refrain from eating chewy/hard foods, chips, popcorn, carbonated drinks, and acidic juices like grapefruit or orange juice for two weeks. Pasta, soup, eggs, apple sauce, mashed vegetables, etc are good substitutes.
How long does gum surgery take to heal?
Initial healing is normally 2 weeks. The most uncomfortable time is the first 24 to 72 hours. That's when you need ice packs to decrease inflammation (check with your dentist). Depending READ MORE
Initial healing is normally 2 weeks. The most uncomfortable time is the first 24 to 72 hours. That's when you need ice packs to decrease inflammation (check with your dentist). Depending on your age, health history, and the size and severity of the surgery site it can take about 6 months to a year for complete healing.
Can I Get Braces if I Have a Dental Implant?
Yes, it is possible most of the time.
Which toothpaste is best for gum recession?
Gum recession can be caused by brushing hard with abrasive brushes. Try to stay away from toothpaste that has an abrasive component like most whitening toothpaste. If you have READ MORE
Gum recession can be caused by brushing hard with abrasive brushes. Try to stay away from toothpaste that has an abrasive component like most whitening toothpaste. If you have sensitivity due to gum recession, you can use toothpaste with Stannous Fluoride and/or Sodium Fluoride as active ingredients. The best way to determine the best toothpaste for you is to visit your dentist and they will recommend the best that suits your condition.
How long does your mouth hurt after getting a dental implant?
The first 24 hours are usually the most uncomfortable time. Sometimes pain lasts for 3 days to 2 weeks depending on where and how the implant is located and whether or not it READ MORE
The first 24 hours are usually the most uncomfortable time. Sometimes pain lasts for 3 days to 2 weeks depending on where and how the implant is located and whether or not it was immediately following a tooth extraction. It also depends on age and your health. Generally, molar areas take longer to heal, and the more you control the swelling the less the pain. The best medication for swelling is Ibuprofen/Advil/Motrin and an ice pack for the first three days. After three days start warm packs. Make sure you have no underlying medical conditions that prohibit you from taking the Ibuprofen. If pain worsens and does not subside in 3-4 days, call your dentist. Hope you will feel well soon.
Can Invisalign cause gum recession?
Yes, Invisalign or any orthodontic therapy can cause bone loss and/or gum recession depending on how much tooth movement is necessary. Sometimes gum grafts are necessary before READ MORE
Yes, Invisalign or any orthodontic therapy can cause bone loss and/or gum recession depending on how much tooth movement is necessary. Sometimes gum grafts are necessary before and/or after orthodontics. Your dentist would be the best source to seek advice from.
Can you get veneers on bottom teeth?
Yes, it is possible.
Are partial dentures better than implants?
Thank you for your question. Partial dentures are a good and more affordable way of replacing missing teeth; however, nowadays implants are a more permanent and fixed solution. READ MORE
Thank you for your question. Partial dentures are a good and more affordable way of replacing missing teeth; however, nowadays implants are a more permanent and fixed solution. Implant crowns are teeth that are not supposed to be removable and you brush them in your mouth as if they are your own teeth whereas dentures are removable and need to be removed and cleaned every day multiple times a day and they may harbor bacteria in your mouth or slur your speech. Implants can be more costly than partials. Also, there is surgery involved with implants; however, sometimes implants can be placed at the same time the tooth is removed. Which prevents the need for a second surgery. Your dentist can discuss all the options, risks, and benefits based on your own specific situation.
How do you cure sensitive teeth?
Tooth sensitivity has many causes such as diet, crowding, enamel defects, thin enamel, gum recession, etc. The best way to treat it is to address it with your dentist. Your dentist READ MORE
Tooth sensitivity has many causes such as diet, crowding, enamel defects, thin enamel, gum recession, etc. The best way to treat it is to address it with your dentist. Your dentist can perform effective treatments or prescribe some effective products. There are some over-the-counter products you can use but may take a couple of weeks to take an effect. Pro enamel, Sensodyne/ Colgate sensitive/ Ultra EZ/ Soothe are among the ones that you can find in most drugstores.
How long do wire braces take to straighten teeth?
Thank you for your question. Depending on the severity of the case adult braces could take somewhere between 3 months to 2-3 years. It depends on whether it's simple crowding or READ MORE
Thank you for your question. Depending on the severity of the case adult braces could take somewhere between 3 months to 2-3 years. It depends on whether it's simple crowding or severe crowding and/or crossbite.
How do you brush your teeth after an extraction?
Brush your teeth as you do regularly except for the area close to the extraction site. Use a very soft brush in that area. The main reason is to avoid disrupting the blood clot READ MORE
Brush your teeth as you do regularly except for the area close to the extraction site. Use a very soft brush in that area. The main reason is to avoid disrupting the blood clot from getting out of the socket snd to minimize bleeding. Do not rinse vigorously for 48 hours following extractions.
Do gum grafts look natural?
Yes. Generally, gum grafts are a way of making your own body regenerate and repair the gum loss/ recession.
How many implants do you need for 5 teeth?
Hi, it depends on where the missing teeth are. Are the missing teeth in different quadrants or all In the same arch or quadrant? If all the missing teeth are next to each other READ MORE
Hi, it depends on where the missing teeth are. Are the missing teeth in different quadrants or all In the same arch or quadrant? If all the missing teeth are next to each other you may not need 5 implants to replace them all. You may need less.
Can I get a filling on wisdom teeth?
Yea, your dentist will determine if it is possible to do a filling on a wisdom tooth or if the wisdom tooth needs to be removed.
How quickly do teeth move with Invisalign?
Usually very quickly, as soon as three days, but depending on the severity of the issues, results won't be visible until at least 2-4 months.
Which is better for overbite braces or Invisalign?
This is a decision your orthodontist and you together will have to make. Not all overbite cases are treated the same.
Can you remove food debris from dentures at home?
Yes, you can, if the tartar is not yet calcified on the denture. There are denture brushes sold in drugstores that you can use to clean your dentures. Dentures need to be cleaned READ MORE
Yes, you can, if the tartar is not yet calcified on the denture. There are denture brushes sold in drugstores that you can use to clean your dentures. Dentures need to be cleaned at least twice a day or they get stained. There are many YouTube videos on cleaning dentures you can watch.
How do you pull your own tooth out?
It is not advised to pull your own tooth! Bleeding issues may arise that only a dentist can control. Also, sometimes only part of the tooth is pulled and the root tip stays in READ MORE
It is not advised to pull your own tooth! Bleeding issues may arise that only a dentist can control. Also, sometimes only part of the tooth is pulled and the root tip stays in the socket and we may think the whole tooth is out. There are serious risks involved with that such as infection and severe pain that follows.