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Dr. Maria Tibbs, DDS
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Dr. Maria Tibbs is a Dentist practicing in Olney, MD. Dr. Tibbs 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.
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Dr. Maria Tibbs, DDS
- Olney, MD
- University of Maryland
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Does massaging gums help receding?
Gently stimulating the gums can be helpful when they are inflamed, but if they are already receding it could actually make things worse if you aren't careful.
What is the fastest way to heal a gum graft?
The best thing to do is to avoid eating hard or chewy foods and to be as gentle as possible. Stick to things like eggs and oatmeal for the first 1-2 weeks. Try not to eat spicy READ MORE
The best thing to do is to avoid eating hard or chewy foods and to be as gentle as possible. Stick to things like eggs and oatmeal for the first 1-2 weeks. Try not to eat spicy food. Do not poke or manipulate the surgical area. Try gentle rinsing with warm salt water and avoid brushing any teeth in the area.
Will antibiotics kill an infection in the tooth?
Antibiotics will kill most of the bacteria associated with a tooth infection. However, if you do not eliminate the root cause of the infection, it will return after you are finished READ MORE
Antibiotics will kill most of the bacteria associated with a tooth infection. However, if you do not eliminate the root cause of the infection, it will return after you are finished taking the antibiotics.
How do you know if your gums are healing after a tooth extraction?
After an extraction, your body heals from inside of the socket and also from the gums around the tooth. The gums will slowly grow over the extraction site and this can take around READ MORE
After an extraction, your body heals from inside of the socket and also from the gums around the tooth. The gums will slowly grow over the extraction site and this can take around 2 weeks. There are seldom complications, but if so, you may notice increasing pain by about 3-4 days after the extraction.
Can you brush your teeth after bone graft?
In general, it's best not brush any where close to the bone graft for about 2 weeks. Use mouthwash or warm salt water to rinse away any food that might accumulate in that area. READ MORE
In general, it's best not brush any where close to the bone graft for about 2 weeks. Use mouthwash or warm salt water to rinse away any food that might accumulate in that area.
Can my child eat after a dental cleaning?
Yes, but avoid sticky or hot food if fluoride or sealants were placed.
Do you have to be put to sleep for tooth extraction?
That is mainly up to you and your doctor and how nervous you are. For impacted wisdom teeth, sedation is usually required and recommended. For other less complicated extractions, READ MORE
That is mainly up to you and your doctor and how nervous you are. For impacted wisdom teeth, sedation is usually required and recommended. For other less complicated extractions, you may only need localized numbing.
Can I use Listerine after tooth extraction?
Wait 24-48 hours after an extraction to rinse. Listerine is okay, alcohol free Listerine is a good choice because it's more mild.
How do I know if I have a dry socket or normal pain?
Dry socket usually happens around the 3-4th day after the extraction. It usually occurs in lower back teeth, and happens more frequently in smokers. The pain is much, much worse READ MORE
Dry socket usually happens around the 3-4th day after the extraction. It usually occurs in lower back teeth, and happens more frequently in smokers. The pain is much, much worse than what you felt on day 2.
Why does my tooth extraction hurt more at night?
When you lie down, your blood pressure changes. More blood flows toward your head when you lie or bend down. This can cause an achy or throbbing feeling when you are healing from READ MORE
When you lie down, your blood pressure changes. More blood flows toward your head when you lie or bend down. This can cause an achy or throbbing feeling when you are healing from oral surgical procedures including extractions.
When can I sleep on my side after tooth extraction?
You should be able to sleep on your side the night after the extraction, especially if it was a simple extraction.
Is it normal for your mouth to smell after a dental implant?
If you are not brushing or rinsing, you may develop plaque, which can lead to bad breath. It's not unusual to have a strange smell during this time, but if it gets stronger/worse READ MORE
If you are not brushing or rinsing, you may develop plaque, which can lead to bad breath. It's not unusual to have a strange smell during this time, but if it gets stronger/worse or if there is swelling, drainage, or pus, that is a sign of infection and you should call your surgeon.
