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Dr. Steven M. Parrett, DDS,FAGD
- Chambersburg, PA
- The Ohio State University
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What is YOUR kryptonite? One of the main factors we find with every patient who begins to develop frequent or multiple cavities, for no apparent reason, is that they have some...
How long should I wait to eat after a dental cleaning?
No waiting period needed.
How long can wisdom teeth pain last?
A week or two.
What are modern dental crowns made of?
Lithium disilicate and zirconium....most of the time.
What happens if wisdom teeth decay?
i usually recommend extracting them...some we fill.
When can I eat chips after dental implants?
You should ask the implant dentist.
How much bone is needed for a dental implant?
There are many different systems that can fit into almost all the different levels of bone. But on occasion, the surgeon may want to increase the area of bone by doing a bone graft READ MORE
There are many different systems that can fit into almost all the different levels of bone. But on occasion, the surgeon may want to increase the area of bone by doing a bone graft of some type. This is a good idea in many cases to be sure the implant does integrate.
How long after bone graft can I eat?
Once the numbness is completely gone, I would think.... Ask the surgeon doing the graft.
Should I get surgery for TMJ?
Have your tried wearing an occlusal splint to reposition your bite? Do that first, then possibly an occlusal equilibration. Find a dentist who has specialty training in bite adjustments. READ MORE
Have your tried wearing an occlusal splint to reposition your bite? Do that first, then possibly an occlusal equilibration. Find a dentist who has specialty training in bite adjustments. if that doesn’t work, then maybe surgery is the answer. But not the first choice.
Can dentures look natural?
Yes, they can look amazingly real...BUT...chewing function will never be like having natural teeth or fixed implants...consider saving your teeth if you can! Is your problem bone READ MORE
Yes, they can look amazingly real...BUT...chewing function will never be like having natural teeth or fixed implants...consider saving your teeth if you can! Is your problem bone loss or tooth decay? There are remedies for both!!
Why am I losing enamel on my teeth?
1. You may be grinding your teeth...bruxism. Often in your sleep, or 2. Frequent exposure to highly acidic drinks, even coffee, orange juice, or soda drinks, or from acid reflux, READ MORE
1. You may be grinding your teeth...bruxism. Often in your sleep, or 2. Frequent exposure to highly acidic drinks, even coffee, orange juice, or soda drinks, or from acid reflux, stomach acids. SILVER DIAMINE FLUORIDE (SDF) IS A GREAT.PREVENTIVE TREATMENT. DO IT EVERY 6 MONTHS...ALSO, IT ARRESTS AND REVERSES TOOTH DECAY.
What home remedies can I use to strengthen my teeth?
A toothbrush with Rx strength 5000 ppm fluoride toothpaste.
How do cavities heal without fillings?
So glad you asked that question! Daily application of a concentrated Fluoride Rx gel can remineralize some caries lesions. A newer treatment is called Silver diamine fluoride..I READ MORE
So glad you asked that question! Daily application of a concentrated Fluoride Rx gel can remineralize some caries lesions. A newer treatment is called Silver diamine fluoride..I prefer that. It arrests and reverses decay by killing bacteria AND remineralizing decay. Google it. It does turn just decay black but not sound tooth structure. A filling can still be placed in the future to cover it, but it does preserve more tooth than just filling it to begin with. Ask a dentist.
Should I treat the cavity or remove the wisdom tooth?
If it is fully erupted into a healthy gum position with no histories of recurrent gum inflammation, it would be less traumatic and costly to you to go ahead and put a simple filling READ MORE
If it is fully erupted into a healthy gum position with no histories of recurrent gum inflammation, it would be less traumatic and costly to you to go ahead and put a simple filling in it. If it becomes a complex multi-surface filling, you may want to go for extraction.
Are there any remedies for teeth grinding?
Sometimes daily life stresses can lead to this, so try to "chill" when you get home in the evening and destress. Otherwise, it is a common nocturnal habit that be less traumatic READ MORE
Sometimes daily life stresses can lead to this, so try to "chill" when you get home in the evening and destress. Otherwise, it is a common nocturnal habit that be less traumatic to teeth and jaws if you have a dentist make a custom fitted night guard.
Why does my jaw hurt when I wake up in the morning?
Could be an awkward sleep position, or you may be someone who clenches their jaw or grinds their teeth in their sleep. If you have some one you live with check you when you are READ MORE
Could be an awkward sleep position, or you may be someone who clenches their jaw or grinds their teeth in their sleep. If you have some one you live with check you when you are asleep, they may be able to tell if you do this by seeing your tense jaw muscles or if it is really bad, your teeth may make loud screeching noises as you grind them hard against each other.
Do you have to be put to sleep for wisdom tooth extraction?
It is not an absolute, so no. The surgeon may feel you would be more comfortable going through this somewhat traumatic experience if you are asleep. The surgeon may be more comfortable READ MORE
It is not an absolute, so no. The surgeon may feel you would be more comfortable going through this somewhat traumatic experience if you are asleep. The surgeon may be more comfortable if you are since he knows what you will have to go through and they may actually be able to get the job done faster if you are asleep and therefore face much fewer post-op complications.
Can you eat normally with a dental bridge?
Your oral chewing function and appearance will be restored very nicely with a fixed bridge...BUT, just like your own natural teeth, don't abuse the bridge by overdoing hard chewing READ MORE
Your oral chewing function and appearance will be restored very nicely with a fixed bridge...BUT, just like your own natural teeth, don't abuse the bridge by overdoing hard chewing on things that often break sound solid teeth (hard pretzels, candies, nuts, etc.).
