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Dr. Melissa Mancuso, D.M.D.
Dentist
Dr. Melissa Mancuso is a Dentist practicing in Woburn, MA. Dr. Mancuso 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. Melissa Mancuso, D.M.D.
- Woburn, MA
- Accepting new patients
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How can I clean my partial dentures?
Polident
What is the best toothpaste for gum disease?
Any non abrasive toothpaste is a good choice. (Often whitening toothpastes contain abrasives like silica to get out stain and end up causing sensitivity.) Depending on the severity READ MORE
Any non abrasive toothpaste is a good choice. (Often whitening toothpastes contain abrasives like silica to get out stain and end up causing sensitivity.) Depending on the severity of the gum disease, home care (toothpaste/floss) isn’t enough to treat it. Many patients will need a deep cleaning, that their hygienist can do, with some local anesthesia (novacaine). If the gum disease/inflammation is purely due to plaque and tartar build up, a good cleaning and follow up care should get you back in shape.
How long does a root planing and scaling take?
One hour per side.
Can you reverse tooth decay naturally?
You can slow the RATE but not eliminate or reverse it.
How long should your jaw hurt after a tooth extraction?
Hi!
So, with any medical/dental advice like this, it’s hard to answer you exactly without seeing you. However, I can try to answer as best I can. Jaw pain following an extraction READ MORE
Hi!
So, with any medical/dental advice like this, it’s hard to answer you exactly without seeing you. However, I can try to answer as best I can. Jaw pain following an extraction could be normal post-op pain if it was a difficult extraction. Wisdom teeth, for example, can be very difficult to extract depending on how impacted they are. If you feel like "something isn’t right," you should definitely follow up with the doc that did the extraction.
So, with any medical/dental advice like this, it’s hard to answer you exactly without seeing you. However, I can try to answer as best I can. Jaw pain following an extraction could be normal post-op pain if it was a difficult extraction. Wisdom teeth, for example, can be very difficult to extract depending on how impacted they are. If you feel like "something isn’t right," you should definitely follow up with the doc that did the extraction.
Is there a fix for receding gums?
There are ways to remedy receding gums. Your dentist can refer you to a periodontist if the recession is severe.
How do you stop grinding teeth when you sleep?
You will not stop grinding your teeth unfortunately. You should consider having a night guard made by your dentist.
Can a top tooth make a bottom tooth hurt?
A top tooth can make a bottom tooth hurt if...the top tooth has an abscess that is pushing it slightly out of the socket and putting more pressure on the bottom one.
Can wisdom teeth cause ear pain?
They sure can!
How long do stitches stay in after gum graft surgery?
Typically one week
Can having diabetes make you more likely to have dental issues?
Yes diabetes is one of the medical conditions that can worsen tooth decay. I always tell patients with diabetes to be extra diligent with oral care ( brushing and flossing). I READ MORE
Yes diabetes is one of the medical conditions that can worsen tooth decay. I always tell patients with diabetes to be extra diligent with oral care ( brushing and flossing). I also recommend they come in every 4 months instead of every 6.
Can you use toothpaste with dentures in?
Yes. You can also clean the dentures with products like Polident.
Do you really need teeth cleaning every 6 months?
Yes. Now that we are back in the office after COVID shutdowns, we are seeing patients that are very overdue. It makes a big difference.
How long does bleeding last after dental implants?
There should be minimal to NO bleeding after implant surgery
How do I stop my gums from growing over my braces?
Brush brush brush brush.
Can dental implants cause brain damage?
Oh my goodness, no!
Can teeth be saved with periodontal disease?
A lot of teeth can be saved from periodical disease. You need an evaluation from your dentist and/or periodontist. Many teeth with periodontist dz can be saved with gum surgery. READ MORE
A lot of teeth can be saved from periodical disease. You need an evaluation from your dentist and/or periodontist. Many teeth with periodontist dz can be saved with gum surgery.
What causes your gums to bleed?
One common reason is poor home care...not flossing. Some systemic diseases cause bleeding. Sometimes it’s just being overdue for a cleaning.
Can radiology detect an impacted tooth?
Yes. The proper X-ray can detect an impacted tooth. It should be a panoramic X-ray.
