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Dr. Caprice Marjenin, D.D.S.
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Dr. Caprice Marjenin is a Dentist practicing in Frederick, MD. Dr. Marjenin 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.
10 years
Experience
Dr. Caprice Marjenin, D.D.S.
- Frederick, MD
- Loma Linda University
- Accepting new patients
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How do you know when a cavity is really bad?
Generally, as a cavity gets "bad" or close to the nerve you will start to experience increased sensitivity, such as acute pain to cold or sweets. However, I have plenty of patients READ MORE
Generally, as a cavity gets "bad" or close to the nerve you will start to experience increased sensitivity, such as acute pain to cold or sweets. However, I have plenty of patients who have experienced no sensitivity and the decay is very large. The only true way to know is with a dental exam and recent radiographs.
Do dental crowns require anesthesia?
Unless the tooth has had a root canal, it is routine to numb a tooth for a crown preparation. Without local anesthetic, this procedure is very sensitive since it involves removing READ MORE
Unless the tooth has had a root canal, it is routine to numb a tooth for a crown preparation. Without local anesthetic, this procedure is very sensitive since it involves removing the outer protective coating (enamel) of the tooth.
Why do my teeth hurt after getting new aligners?
Your aligners hurt your teeth for a few days because they are working! The principle behind tooth movement is to apply light force or pressure in the direction you want the tooth READ MORE
Your aligners hurt your teeth for a few days because they are working! The principle behind tooth movement is to apply light force or pressure in the direction you want the tooth to move. It is this pressure that causes tooth sensitivity for a couple of days until it has moved away from the pressure source.
Is it normal to have sensitivity after a permanent crown?
Some sensitivity is normal for 1-3 days after a permanent crown is cemented. Normal sensitivity usually includes small "twinges" or "zings" to cold that immediately go away. READ MORE
Some sensitivity is normal for 1-3 days after a permanent crown is cemented. Normal sensitivity usually includes small "twinges" or "zings" to cold that immediately go away. If at any point you are experiencing truly acute pain, or any dull, lingering pain, you should see your dentist for evaluation. This may indicate that the nerve is not responding well to the treatment and may need a root canal.
How do dental inlays differ from crowns?
A dental inlay is a more conservative dental restoration than a crown; therefore, preserving more natural tooth structure. Depending on the size of the cavity, your dentist will READ MORE
A dental inlay is a more conservative dental restoration than a crown; therefore, preserving more natural tooth structure. Depending on the size of the cavity, your dentist will recommend either a filling, inlay, onlay or crown based upon the structural support that the tooth needs to help prevent it from cracking.
Do small cavities need to be filled?
Maybe. If the cavities are truly small and are still in the outer portion of the tooth (enamel only) then they do not yet need to be filled. If they are at this point, there READ MORE
Maybe. If the cavities are truly small and are still in the outer portion of the tooth (enamel only) then they do not yet need to be filled. If they are at this point, there are options to actually heal the cavities, such as prescription toothpastes with remineralization compounds, or resin infiltration. If the cavity goes into the inner part of the tooth, which can be seen on a dental x-ray, then they need a filling.
What causes sore gums under dentures?
Sore gums can indicate that there is a pressure spot on the denture or that the denture is loose and is not fitting well any longer. You should definitely see a dentist to solve READ MORE
Sore gums can indicate that there is a pressure spot on the denture or that the denture is loose and is not fitting well any longer. You should definitely see a dentist to solve this issue.
What can I use for loose dentures?
You can use Poligrip. Dry the denture, place a pea size amount and then seat in the mouth and press down. This will usually keep them in place for a full day. However, if your READ MORE
You can use Poligrip. Dry the denture, place a pea size amount and then seat in the mouth and press down. This will usually keep them in place for a full day. However, if your dentures are loose, it sounds like it might be time for a reline to help them fit more snugly again. Dentures usually need a reline every 3-5 years.
Will I have to floss my dentures?
It is not possible to floss dentures since there is acrylic between the teeth. Best practices for keeping a denture clean and smelling nice is to brush the denture with soap and READ MORE
It is not possible to floss dentures since there is acrylic between the teeth. Best practices for keeping a denture clean and smelling nice is to brush the denture with soap and water with a toothbrush at the end of the day and to soak it overnight in a denture cleaner.
Should I take antibiotics after having a root canal?
This is dependent upon the tooth. Antibiotics are usually only indicated for dental infection if there is active pus, swelling, a drainage site or fever.
Do red gums mean infection?
Gums can be red for a variety of reasons, but regardless of the reason it is signaling inflammation in the area. Some common causes of gum inflammation are: lots of plaque from READ MORE
Gums can be red for a variety of reasons, but regardless of the reason it is signaling inflammation in the area. Some common causes of gum inflammation are: lots of plaque from not brushing or flossing well enough in an area, pregnancy, mouth breathing, gum infection. You should see your regular dentist to help determine the cause in your specific case.
How long does your face stay swollen after wisdom teeth removal?
Yes. The worst pain and welling actually occurs between days 2-5 after a surgery. It routinely takes 10-14 days to heal from wisdom tooth removal depending on how invasive of READ MORE
Yes. The worst pain and welling actually occurs between days 2-5 after a surgery. It routinely takes 10-14 days to heal from wisdom tooth removal depending on how invasive of a surgical procedure it was.
Is it painful to have a crown put on your tooth?
It is no more painful than having a filling. Your dentist will use local anesthetic to make sure that the tooth is very numb. Once you are numb, there is more drilling than with READ MORE
It is no more painful than having a filling. Your dentist will use local anesthetic to make sure that the tooth is very numb. Once you are numb, there is more drilling than with a filling, but it feels largely the same. There are simply different and more steps to a crown.
How long does replacing a filling take?
This depends on how large the filling is. If it is a small, one surface of your tooth filling it will take somewhere between 10-30 minutes. The larger the filling, the longer READ MORE
This depends on how large the filling is. If it is a small, one surface of your tooth filling it will take somewhere between 10-30 minutes. The larger the filling, the longer it takes, but rarely will a filling take longer than 45 minutes.
Do dental cysts go away on their own?
Unfortunately, no. This needs treatment with the oral surgeon and should not be delayed. Over time, dental cysts can change and become cancerous, so they require immediate treatment. READ MORE
Unfortunately, no. This needs treatment with the oral surgeon and should not be delayed. Over time, dental cysts can change and become cancerous, so they require immediate treatment.
How do you clean under a dental bridge?
You can use items such as super floss or a floss threader to help get under the bridge. You then move the floss from the front to the back, or vice versa under the fake tooth. READ MORE
You can use items such as super floss or a floss threader to help get under the bridge. You then move the floss from the front to the back, or vice versa under the fake tooth. You can also use a Waterpik to irrigate the area.
How do you treat a pit and fissure cavity?
A pit and fissue cavity is a cavity on the biting surface of the tooth, or in a groove of the tooth. It is repaired the same way as any other cavity. The dentist will open the READ MORE
A pit and fissue cavity is a cavity on the biting surface of the tooth, or in a groove of the tooth. It is repaired the same way as any other cavity. The dentist will open the tooth to remove the damaged portion and then use filling material to fill in the hole.
Do you have to go to the dentist for a dry socket?
If you would like treatment for a dry socket, then yes, you will have to go and see your dentist. Without treatment, it will eventually get better but is extremely painful.
Can I drink coffee after teeth bonding?
Yes, you can drink coffee. If the bonding is on your front teeth, you just want to be aware that filling or bonding material is more porous than natural tooth, so it will stain READ MORE
Yes, you can drink coffee. If the bonding is on your front teeth, you just want to be aware that filling or bonding material is more porous than natural tooth, so it will stain more quickly over time. For my patients who have bondings on their front teeth, I recommend drinking coffee, soda, red wine, etc. through a straw to minimize staining.
Roof of mouth?
This look like a herpes outbreak. I am so sorry because those are very painful. If you bring this up with your dentist, your dentist can confirm and can potentially give you READ MORE
This look like a herpes outbreak. I am so sorry because those are very painful. If you bring this up with your dentist, your dentist can confirm and can potentially give you a prescription for Valtrex to reduce outbreaks and cut down on the amount of time the sores are in your mouth. While you have these sores in your mouth, make sure to refrain from any oral sex since this is transmissible.
