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Dr. Keiko Willcox, DDS DMD PHD
Dentist
Dr. Keiko Willcox is a Dentist practicing in Scottsdale, AZ. Dr. Willcox 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. Keiko Willcox, DDS DMD PHD
- Scottsdale, AZ
- Accepting new patients
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Is it too late to straighten my teeth?
No it's not too late at all. You are still young to do ortho. My oldest patient who started braces was 75. Just check with your dentist that you don't have decays nor periodontal READ MORE
No it's not too late at all. You are still young to do ortho. My oldest patient who started braces was 75. Just check with your dentist that you don't have decays nor periodontal disease.
How long do I have to wait to eat after a dental filling?
If the filling is composite, it's light cured to harden when filled. So you can eat right away. However, usually your mouth is numb, so you should wait until the numbness goes READ MORE
If the filling is composite, it's light cured to harden when filled. So you can eat right away. However, usually your mouth is numb, so you should wait until the numbness goes away to avoid accidental biting of the tongue, lips or cheek. Anesthetic lasts one or two more hours after the procedure. For amalgams, if it's still used, it should be avoided to eat maybe till next day.
How often should I get a dental cleaning?
Considering your age most likely once every 6 month. But this has to be diagnosed by probing of the tissue and X-rays. In case of periodontitis you need it every 4 or 3 months READ MORE
Considering your age most likely once every 6 month. But this has to be diagnosed by probing of the tissue and X-rays. In case of periodontitis you need it every 4 or 3 months depends on the severity of the disease.
