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Dr. Bruce Lee Elkind, D.D.S.

Dentist

<p>Dr. Bruce Elkind is a Dentist practicing in Royal Palm Beach,Florida-. Dr. Elkind 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.</p>
42 years Experience
Dr. Bruce Elkind, D.D.S.
  • Royal Palm Beach, Florida
  • WVU School of Dentistry
  • Accepting new patients

Is root canal the only way to treat a tooth cavity?

If the cavity is deep enough to reach the nerve, or has caused enough trauma that the nerve starts to die, or cause irreversible pulp inflammation, and there is enough toithvremaining READ MORE
If the cavity is deep enough to reach the nerve, or has caused enough trauma that the nerve starts to die, or cause irreversible pulp inflammation, and there is enough toithvremaining to restore with a buildup and crown, then a root canal is the wise choice.

Can flossing causes spaces between my teeth?

Flossing doesn’t cause space to develop between that isn’t already present. It only removes soft plaque and food particles.