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Dr. Kelley Ryals, DDS
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Dr. Kelley Ryals is a Dentist practicing in Santa Fe, NM. Dr. Ryals 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.
14 years
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Dr. Kelley Ryals, DDS
- Santa Fe, NM
- Creighton University
- Accepting new patients
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What can't I eat with dentures?
The better question is what can you eat. Dentures can be amazing but there is a learning curve on how to eat with them. I dont usually tell my patients any limitation on eating. READ MORE
The better question is what can you eat. Dentures can be amazing but there is a learning curve on how to eat with them. I dont usually tell my patients any limitation on eating. A lot of my patients can eat apples and steak and some can not. So try to eat everything and your denture will be the one that limits you
How long do veneers last?
On average the research shows 5 years. However, veneers can last until there is a problem with them. I have patients with veneers for over 30 years. Veneers can fracture or come READ MORE
On average the research shows 5 years. However, veneers can last until there is a problem with them. I have patients with veneers for over 30 years. Veneers can fracture or come un-cemented as the most common problems with veneers.
How long do implant-fixed dentures last?
That is a great question but a hard one to answer. Healthy Implants usually last 20 years or longer and dentures usually need to be resorting around 5-10 years due to bone reducing READ MORE
That is a great question but a hard one to answer. Healthy Implants usually last 20 years or longer and dentures usually need to be resorting around 5-10 years due to bone reducing but when you have implant supports, your bone does not resorb as quick. So implant fixed dentures should last you many years unless they break or implants fail.
Are implant fixed dentures permanent?
It depends on what an implant fixed denture is referring to. Some dentures are supported by implants which means the dentures snap into implants and still need to be removed at READ MORE
It depends on what an implant fixed denture is referring to. Some dentures are supported by implants which means the dentures snap into implants and still need to be removed at night. Some dentures are screwed into implants and therefore are not removable. So if dentures are screwed into your implant by your dentist, then yes they are permanent.
Do you need to rest after a root canal?
Resting is always a good idea but not always necessary. A root canal is a microsurgery inside the tooth. If there is infection, performing a root canal can kick around infection. READ MORE
Resting is always a good idea but not always necessary. A root canal is a microsurgery inside the tooth. If there is infection, performing a root canal can kick around infection. You are usually given antibiotics to help counter act this. If you have infection, it can circulate around your body so exercising can stir it around. Also, the injection sites can also get infection if you exercise immediately after. So if you feel like resting your body after a root canal, then I would rest.
Will my teeth hurt after getting braces?
Yes, there is no way around it. Imagine working out for the first time in a year. Your muscles are sore, but the more you work out, the less your muscles hurt. Your teeth attach READ MORE
Yes, there is no way around it. Imagine working out for the first time in a year. Your muscles are sore, but the more you work out, the less your muscles hurt. Your teeth attach to your bone with a ligament. Therefore, when you start to move your teeth they are sore. The longer you wear your braces, the less they hurt.
How long after gum graft I can drink carbonated drinks?
2 weeks to be on the safe side.
Is it normal to have a moving gum around a dental implant?
Its a hard question to answer without seeing the gum tissue. The implant goes through the gum tissue and the tissue grows up around the implant healing abutment. So there can be READ MORE
Its a hard question to answer without seeing the gum tissue. The implant goes through the gum tissue and the tissue grows up around the implant healing abutment. So there can be tissue that moves around. The implant should never move, and the tissue should never be swollen or inflamed. If you have any concerned. See a dentist for further evaluation.
Do you need medications for a gum infection?
It depends on the severity of the gum infection. As systemic antibiotics and mouthwash antibiotics can be used in additional, its does not clear a gum infection alone. A deep scaling READ MORE
It depends on the severity of the gum infection. As systemic antibiotics and mouthwash antibiotics can be used in additional, its does not clear a gum infection alone. A deep scaling and root planing is the first thing that must be done for periodontal disease. If the gum infection is just gingivitis, then I recommend a cleaning with laser treatment and mouthwash antibiotics with excellent home care. If the gum infection is severe, sometimes surgical intervention is necessary with a Periodontist.
Can I drink alcohol after a root canal?
I would recommend against it.
Can a deep cleaning stop gum recession?
There are reasons why you have gum recession. One of the most common reasons for recession is periodontal disease. Periodontal disease is a bacterial infection causing erosion READ MORE
There are reasons why you have gum recession. One of the most common reasons for recession is periodontal disease. Periodontal disease is a bacterial infection causing erosion of the bone. Therefore a deep cleaning will remove the bacteria and help to reduce or stop the infection. If the infection is stopped then yes it will stop further recession. Other reasons for recession can include brushing too hard, genetically thin gum tissue, grinding or clenching etc.
Can I take pain medications after a root canal?
Yes most Endodontist will prescribe pain medications for pain management. Ibuprofen and Tylenol will also help.
Is Invisalign comfortable?
Yes very comfortable and convenient. It is not for every type of patient. Its dependent on how extreme your bite is. However, it has great results and easy to wear.
Can braces cause jaw pain?
Yes! Your bite is changing which can cause your jaw to change. Most jaw pain is caused from muscles. I recommend ibuprofen, heat and massaging all the muscles around both jaw joints. READ MORE
Yes! Your bite is changing which can cause your jaw to change. Most jaw pain is caused from muscles. I recommend ibuprofen, heat and massaging all the muscles around both jaw joints. Usually, jaw pain induced by braces is temporary.
Can dental crowns cause gum disease?
Gum disease is caused from bacteria so a crown would not be the cause. However, the crown has a margin where it contacts your original tooth. Sometimes bacteria builds up more READ MORE
Gum disease is caused from bacteria so a crown would not be the cause. However, the crown has a margin where it contacts your original tooth. Sometimes bacteria builds up more around a crown than a normal tooth. Also, if a crown has to be very deep, it can also allow for more bacteria to build up. Its extremely important to clean around a crown even more than a natural tooth. I recommend a sonic care toothbrush, water pick, flossing and mouthwash to clean the bacteria around a crown.
How long after the implant will I get a crown?
This is dependent on the dentist that placed it. In my office, we wait 3 months then reevaluate the implant. If everything looks good, then we start the impression for the crown READ MORE
This is dependent on the dentist that placed it. In my office, we wait 3 months then reevaluate the implant. If everything looks good, then we start the impression for the crown and it takes about a week for the crown to come back from the lab. In the past, it use to be 4 months but I have heard as short as 2 months.
Can a root canal cause any health issues?
There are a lot of questions regarding this topic because of Netflix and social media. I am not aware of health issues due to a root canal. However, if a tooth is infected, there READ MORE
There are a lot of questions regarding this topic because of Netflix and social media. I am not aware of health issues due to a root canal. However, if a tooth is infected, there are major health ramifications if a dental infection is not taken care of including stroke and heart attacks. If you have a dental infection inside the tooth, there is only 2 ways to resolve the infection, a root canal or an extraction. So in my professional opinion, I would rather have a root canal to stop infection.
How do you put a crown on an implant?
There are three parts to an entire implant. The implant, the abutment and the implant crown. The actual implant is a titanium screw that goes into the bone and it is hollow in READ MORE
There are three parts to an entire implant. The implant, the abutment and the implant crown. The actual implant is a titanium screw that goes into the bone and it is hollow in the middle. This allows an abutment to screw into the implant. The abutment is the foundation for a crown that sticks up above the gum tissue to allow the crown to sit on it. [image0.jpeg]
Can you do bone graft and implant at the same time?
The short answer is yes but its more complicated than that. Bone grafts should be done at the time of extraction however when I place an implant, I sometimes place bone graft is READ MORE
The short answer is yes but its more complicated than that. Bone grafts should be done at the time of extraction however when I place an implant, I sometimes place bone graft is some areas to give my implant extra support if there is a pocket of bone that needs to be filled.
How long does a zirconia dental bridge last?
Insurance company’s usually replace a bridge of any material around 5-7 years. That’s what they feel an average life span of a bridge is. There are many reasons why a bridge fails; READ MORE
Insurance company’s usually replace a bridge of any material around 5-7 years. That’s what they feel an average life span of a bridge is. There are many reasons why a bridge fails; it gets decay under the bridge, the material fails, the tooth holding in the bridge gets infected, periodontal disease, the bridge is done incorrectly. A good healthy bridge can last someone the rest of their life. My mom Have a 45 year old bridge in her mouth that has never caused a problem. Zirconia is a very strong material but if you’re a heavy biter, it can cause it to break. However, if the bridge is done correctly and the patient takes care of the bridge, the material doesn’t matter as much.
