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Dr. Kenneth A. Ingber, DMD

Dentist

Dr. Kenneth Ingber is a Dentist practicing in Washington, DC. Dr. Ingber 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.
53 years Experience
Dr. Kenneth A. Ingber, DMD
  • Washington, DC
  • University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine
  • Accepting new patients

Are dental hygienists still working during the coronavirus?

Yes with appropriate PPE and avoiding aerosol generation.

How long does it take for a clot to form after a tooth extraction?

Depends on your clotting ability. Usually a few minutes to an hour.

How long will a zirconia crown last?

If done properly, a lifetime.

How do you clean your mouth after a root canal?

Same way as usual. Brushing 2x/day, flossing 1/day

Do your teeth get whiter after quitting smoking?

If they were stained from smoking, then of course they will get whiter upon cessation of smoking.

Can you put a white filling over a silver filling?

Yes, but not recommended. Removing the silver filling first is the appropriate way.

Can crowns cause gum disease?

Poorly fitting or poor anatomy of a crown can contribute and even be the cause of gum disease.

Kenneth A. Ingber, D.M.D.