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Dr. Mary Zoe Collier, DDS
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Dr. Mary Collier is a Dentist practicing in Mckinney, TX. Dr. Collier 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. Mary Zoe Collier, DDS
- Mckinney, TX
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How long will your teeth last without brushing?
Only brush the teeth you want to keep.
How often do you need a teeth cleaning while doing Invisalign?
We suggest that you have more cleaning during any type of therapy where your teeth are compromised by invisalign trays, appliances, night guards etc
What are the disadvantages of having dentures?
Bone loss over time will change the structure of the jaw and facial features, we call it old man syndrome or atrophy of the jaw (boss loss).
Can drinking orange juice cause gum pain?
There is a reason the gums are hurting when you drink citrus drinks the acid can hurt the gums when they are inflamed. I advise you to see your dentist for the cause of inflammation READ MORE
There is a reason the gums are hurting when you drink citrus drinks the acid can hurt the gums when they are inflamed. I advise you to see your dentist for the cause of inflammation of the gum tissue.
What can I take for a bad toothache?
Nothing will completely take away a tooth ache, There is a reason your having a bad toothache, possible crack in the tooth, decay into the nerve of the tooth, old filling fell READ MORE
Nothing will completely take away a tooth ache, There is a reason your having a bad toothache, possible crack in the tooth, decay into the nerve of the tooth, old filling fell out, the nerve of the tooth is trying to die, tooth broke off are just a few reason.Make an appointment to see your dentist right away,I would advise not waiting until its hurts before you are seen and see your dentist every 6 month for regular check ups
How long until gums stop hurting from flossing?
Continue to floss and it will cause the tissue to become healthier and over time flossing the gums will no longer hurt. If they continue to hurt you are flossing to hard, have READ MORE
Continue to floss and it will cause the tissue to become healthier and over time flossing the gums will no longer hurt. If they continue to hurt you are flossing to hard, have a food stuck between the teeth pressing on the gums or have periodontal issue or something more, I would advise you seeing your dentist.
When do you get x-rays after oral surgery?
Post op x-rays may be required after surgery to show the healing process
How long after a crown is cemented can I eat?
Once the crown is cured permanently with cement you are free to eat immediately.
How do you use a dental scaler to remove tartar?
To answer your question, A dental scaler's used in a dental offices are not intended for pubic use. A Dentist/hygienist goes through dental school/ hygiene school to learn how READ MORE
To answer your question, A dental scaler's used in a dental offices are not intended for pubic use. A Dentist/hygienist goes through dental school/ hygiene school to learn how to handle and use a scaler properly. The ones you can purchase over the counter are not designed properly and easily harm your self.
Can a tooth with a crown hurt?
Great Question:
If any thing hurts during a crown procedure, something is wrong. A couple of reasons, one might be you're not numb enough.
Dr. Collier, DDS
If any thing hurts during a crown procedure, something is wrong. A couple of reasons, one might be you're not numb enough.
Dr. Collier, DDS
Why does my tooth feels sharp after a filling?
Great Question: the reason that a tooth will feel sharp after a filling is the proper marking paper,burs and polishers were not used to smooth as a final step in your procedure. Dr READ MORE
Great Question: the reason that a tooth will feel sharp after a filling is the proper marking paper,burs and polishers were not used to smooth as a final step in your procedure.
Dr Collier DDS
Dr Collier DDS
How long after an implant can I get a crown?
Great Question: Approx 4 months,everyone heals at a different rate.
Dr Collier DDS
Dr Collier DDS
Do crowns feel like normal teeth?
Great question. Crowns should be as comfortable as your own teeth feel. Your bite should not be compromised or hit unevenly. Your crown should be close to your natural to the tooth READ MORE
Great question. Crowns should be as comfortable as your own teeth feel. Your bite should not be compromised or hit unevenly. Your crown should be close to your natural to the tooth you are replacing.
Dr. Mary Collier, DDS
Dr. Mary Collier, DDS
Why is there a gap between my gum and the bridge?
Great question. When you remove a tooth, you have left a hole in the bone without having bone grafting in the site of extraction over time and with age your gums start to recede. READ MORE
Great question. When you remove a tooth, you have left a hole in the bone without having bone grafting in the site of extraction over time and with age your gums start to recede. it is called atrophy or better known as bone loss. The only way to fix the gap is new bridge or to slow down the loss of bone is to have bone grafting to replace the bone missing followed by implant which will act as a root substitute and your body will then tell itself to continue growing bone and gum tissue in the site. Moral of this is it is never a good idea to have an extraction and not replace it will a solution that will last a life time. And if you have an extraction, you should always have bone grafting in that site to preserve the bone height depth and width.
Best regards,
Dr. Mary Z. Collier, DDS
Best regards,
Dr. Mary Z. Collier, DDS
Teeth moving after retainers?
Thank you for contacting me regarding your question, great question by the way. Although braces might have been the traditional way to straighten teeth, teeth have a memory and READ MORE
Thank you for contacting me regarding your question, great question by the way. Although braces might have been the traditional way to straighten teeth, teeth have a memory and will shift and move without a permanent solution like lingual bar on 4 or more teeth. There are times that a second phase of ortho needs to take place for tweaking. If you do not want to take the route of ortho treatment again, there are other ways of closing the gaps to a permanent solution in which you may be more satisfied.
Best Regards,
Dr. Mary Collier, DDS
Best Regards,
Dr. Mary Collier, DDS
Do teeth gaps close over time?
No, gaps in your teeth are just that - gaps in your teeth. You can close those gaps by several types of treatment such as braces, bonding, etc.
Dr. Collier, DDS
Dr. Collier, DDS
How long after crown lengthening can I get a crown?
Thank you for contacting me regarding your question , and a great question it is. You are able to have both the crown lengthening and crown prepped at the same appointment. Dr. READ MORE
Thank you for contacting me regarding your question , and a great question it is. You are able to have both the crown lengthening and crown prepped at the same appointment.
Dr. Collier DDS
Dr. Collier DDS
