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Dr. Karen Madruga, DMD
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Karen L. Madruga, DMD, is a well-versed dentist who diagnoses and treats patients at Southborough Dental Associates in Southborough, MA. As a dentist, he has dedicated training and unique experience specializes in the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases and conditions of the oral cavity. Dr. Madruga he has an impressive professional journey that spans twenty years and has expanse knowledge and unrivaled expertise in restorative dentistry and orthodontics. Moreover, she has completed missionary dentistry in Guayaquil and Ecuador in an effort to help communities in need.
26 years
Experience
Dr. Karen Madruga, DMD
- Southborough, MA
- BU Goldman School of Dental Medicine
- Accepting new patients
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What are the signs of a failed root canal?
Sensitivity to biting or chewing, swelling around tooth , pain in jaw. Similar symptoms as when tooth was originally infected. Recommend seeing your specialist.
How long after a tooth extraction can I eat on that side?
Typically you can start eating soft food 48 hrs after the extraction. Before that, I recommend smoothies, omelettes, and very easy to swallow food. If it was a difficult extraction, READ MORE
Typically you can start eating soft food 48 hrs after the extraction. Before that, I recommend smoothies, omelettes, and very easy to swallow food. If it was a difficult extraction, be careful not to eat foods that will aggravate the area.
Can dentists fill cavities between teeth?
Absolutely
How can I make flossing easier?
Practice wrapping the floss around your middle finger and this way you can use pointing finger to work the floss around teeth. There are floss picks that allow you to poke it READ MORE
Practice wrapping the floss around your middle finger and this way you can use pointing finger to work the floss around teeth. There are floss picks that allow you to poke it between teeth but not as good for cleaning as the previous way.