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Dr. Brian E. Jackson, DDS
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Dr. Brian Jackson is a Dentist practicing in WILLOUGHBY HILLS, OH. Dr. Jackson 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. Brian Jackson, DDS
- Wickliffe, OH
- Ohio State College of Dentistr
- Accepting new patients
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How do dentists remove old fillings?
Generally we use a hand piece to remove the old filling & recurrent decay.
Can cavities form under sealants?
Yes, cavities can form under a sealant. Either they were not placed properly or your dental hygiene was not good enough. See your provider to have the tooth restored as soon as READ MORE
Yes, cavities can form under a sealant. Either they were not placed properly or your dental hygiene was not good enough. See your provider to have the tooth restored as soon as you are able.
Are sealants bad for your teeth?
No they are not bad for your teeth. They help prevent decay. They can help you but not harm you,
How do you get rid of tooth decay?
Have your dental provider restore (fix) the tooth/teeth.
Do adults need dental sealants?
Adults can get sealants. They help prevent you from getting cavities.
How do you know if your gum is infected after a tooth extraction?
If the tissue is inflamed and highly irritated, you may have a localized periodontal infection. You should contact the office and explain your symptoms. They may want to take a READ MORE
If the tissue is inflamed and highly irritated, you may have a localized periodontal infection. You should contact the office and explain your symptoms. They may want to take a look at the area as it may require additional treatment.
What happens if you ignore wisdom teeth pain?
You should not ignore wisdom tooth (3rd molar) pain. It is your body giving you a signal that something is not right. You may have a very large cavity and or you may develop a READ MORE
You should not ignore wisdom tooth (3rd molar) pain. It is your body giving you a signal that something is not right. You may have a very large cavity and or you may develop a large infection. Get the area looked at by a dental professional.
Do dead teeth fall out?
You have to define "dead tooth" ? If you are referring to a tooth that has had root canal treatment the answer is generally No. Endodontically treated teeth that are properly READ MORE
You have to define "dead tooth" ? If you are referring to a tooth that has had root canal treatment the answer is generally No. Endodontically treated teeth that are properly restored can last a lifetime.
Can you eat with removable partial denture?
Yes, you can eat with a removable partial denture. It may take some getting used to, but a well-fitting partial with proper bite can replace missing teeth and restore function. READ MORE
Yes, you can eat with a removable partial denture. It may take some getting used to, but a well-fitting partial with proper bite can replace missing teeth and restore function.
How can I make my bottom dentures fit better?
If, the denture is more that a few years old, likely your denture requires a reline. It may need to be replaced. The best way to have a better fitting denture is to have implants READ MORE
If, the denture is more that a few years old, likely your denture requires a reline. It may need to be replaced. The best way to have a better fitting denture is to have implants placed and have an implant supported denture.
Are all on four implants removable?
If you are referring to the denture being removable, the answer is, it depends. The majority of cases of all on 4, the prosthesis is screw retained. You clean underneath it with READ MORE
If you are referring to the denture being removable, the answer is, it depends. The majority of cases of all on 4, the prosthesis is screw retained. You clean underneath it with pipe cleaners, Superfloss, and a Water Pik. You could have 4 implants placed and the denture retained with locators, which is a removable appliance.
When can I eat rice after tooth extraction?
I would recommend that you avoid rice for 72 hours after an extraction. You do not want to risk disturbing the blood clot which is the start of the healing process. Gently rinse READ MORE
I would recommend that you avoid rice for 72 hours after an extraction. You do not want to risk disturbing the blood clot which is the start of the healing process. Gently rinse the extraction site with warm salt water 3 to 5 times a day for a week following the extraction to keep the area clean and to expedite the healing.
What is the fastest way to stop a toothache at home?
Take Ibuprofen if you are able. Rinse your mouth with warm salt water multiple times per day. Apply and ice pack to the outside of your face every 20 minutes. If, cold makes READ MORE
Take Ibuprofen if you are able. Rinse your mouth with warm salt water multiple times per day. Apply and ice pack to the outside of your face every 20 minutes. If, cold makes the discomfort worse try warm moist compresses to the outside of your face. See a dental professional as soon as you able.
How long after tooth bonding can I eat?
You can pretty much eat immediately. The restoration is cured by the curing light. If you received local anesthetic you may want to wait until the "numbness" wears off so as not READ MORE
You can pretty much eat immediately. The restoration is cured by the curing light. If you received local anesthetic you may want to wait until the "numbness" wears off so as not to bute your lip, check, tongue. Start with a softer diet.
Can you be awake for dental implants?
Yes you can be awake for implant placement. Local anesthetic WILL be used whether you are sedated or not.
Can dentures be put in permanently?
The brief answer is YES. There are a few anatomical considerations that the dentist must make. You will be required to have more dental implants for a "fixed" case. You will also READ MORE
The brief answer is YES. There are a few anatomical considerations that the dentist must make. You will be required to have more dental implants for a "fixed" case. You will also be likely required to have more frequent "cleaning" visits at your dental office.
Can you get two cavities on one tooth?
Yes, there are 5 surfaces to a tooth (mesial, distal, lingual, buccal/facial, and occlusal/incisal). It is possible to have decay in 1 or more of those surfaces.
Does dental anesthesia raise blood pressure?
It is possible for local anesthetic to raise your blood pressure. The majority of local anesthetics contain epinephrine which could raise your blood pressure. Careful anesthetic READ MORE
It is possible for local anesthetic to raise your blood pressure. The majority of local anesthetics contain epinephrine which could raise your blood pressure. Careful anesthetic technique reduces the possibility, but it may happen. There are also local anesthetics that do not contain epinephrine (example, Citanest), but they have a very short working time for the dentist with respect to pulpal anesthesia. Anxiety of the injection may also raise your blood pressure.
How long is a tooth extraction?
The time to extract a tooth is dependent upon a number of conditions; where it is in the mouth, periodontal status of the tooth, amount of decay associated with the tooth, is READ MORE
The time to extract a tooth is dependent upon a number of conditions; where it is in the mouth, periodontal status of the tooth, amount of decay associated with the tooth, is the tooth impacted ? These are a few of the factors that need to be considered. In general i can only say from the start of local anesthesia to completion of the procedure to the end is somewhere between 10 to 60 minutes.
Hope this helps.
Hope this helps.
What to eat after getting fillings?
Generally speaking while you have dental anesthesia and are "numb" we suggest a softer diet. Nothing hard and crunchy ( example nuts, pretzels) until the anesthesia wears off.
