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Dr. Jerald Kevin Lowry, D.M.D.
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Dr. Jerald Lowry is a Dentist practicing in Greensburg, PA. Dr. Lowry 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.
Dr. Jerald Kevin Lowry, D.M.D.
- Greensburg, PA
- Accepting new patients
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Is oil pulling ever recommended by dentists?
No. It does not appear to have any benefit. Plus who wants to have a bunch of yucky oil inhere mouth for 10-20 minutes!
For small kids how frequent should dentist visits be?
Every 6 months, yearly at least.
Why am I so exhausted after removal of infected root canal molar?
While that is possible, there may be an underlying medical condition giving you fatigue. Go see the doctor!
I had some bleeding in my gums while brushing. Could it be serious?
Could be a periodontal condition. Go see your dentist!
How should I select my toothpaste?
All toothpaste that has ADA seal are acceptable. I recommend a lot of brands containing stannous fluoride, which is good for the gums and lessens sensitivity.
Are electric toothbrushes any better for the teeth?
Generally speaking, yes. Make sure you get a quality brush like oral- b or sonicare. These are rechargeable and very reliable. Brushing technique is still important, as well as READ MORE
Generally speaking, yes. Make sure you get a quality brush like oral- b or sonicare. These are rechargeable and very reliable. Brushing technique is still important, as well as duration and frequency of brushing. But remember to floss because no toothbrush reaches completely between the teeth! Also waterpiks are great!
Will frequent teeth cleanings remove spots from my teeth?
No. This is stain which is probably only helped with a whitening or restorative procedure.
At what age can my little one start brushing her teeth on her own?
You should be supervising her brushing until age 5-6.. I always let my kids brush first, then I went over it again. They didn't mind.
Adult tooth is loose. What should I do?
You need to have the loose tooth evaluated by a dentist. He or she will take an X-ray of the area to see why it's loose and determine if the tooth is salvageable.
