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Dr. Jesse Aron Grimm, DDS
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Dr. Jesse Grimm is a Dentist practicing in Kernersville, NC. Dr. Grimm 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.
34 years
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Dr. Jesse Grimm, DDS
- Kernersville, NC
- University of Detroit School of Dentistry
- Accepting new patients
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Do I have a gum disease?
Mobile teeth is a later sign of Gum disease. Other things can make some teeth loose. When all the teeth are loose it is usually from loss of bone support as a result of periodontal READ MORE
Mobile teeth is a later sign of Gum disease. Other things can make some teeth loose. When all the teeth are loose it is usually from loss of bone support as a result of periodontal disease.
Is it normal for gums to bleed after a crown?
Gum tissue can be expected to have some bleeding when flossing and brushing after having a crown placed depending on how close to the gingiva the crown margin was was to the gum READ MORE
Gum tissue can be expected to have some bleeding when flossing and brushing after having a crown placed depending on how close to the gingiva the crown margin was was to the gum tissue. Most crowns have their margin (where the crown seals to the tooth) at or just below the gum tissue. you will get some scuffing of the gum tissue during the procedure which will generally heal with in a few days after the procedure in healthy gum tissue. Longer or worsening bleeding would be a good reason to contact your dentist.
Why is my filling hurting?
That "pain" could be what clinicians call with in normal limits. The only way to Know is call your treating dentist and ask the staff, who should be able to get you to the READ MORE
That "pain" could be what clinicians call with in normal limits. The only way to Know is call your treating dentist and ask the staff, who should be able to get you to the dentist for a post op re-evaluation if needed.
Is wisdom teeth extraction safe under anesthetic?
By under anesthetic I am presuming you mean you will be under either sedation or more likely you are referring to general anesthesia like in the operating room. Oral surgeons READ MORE
By under anesthetic I am presuming you mean you will be under either sedation or more likely you are referring to general anesthesia like in the operating room. Oral surgeons who do general anesthesia ,and I believe most do, have considerable training and regulation for its use. Now with those level of anesthesia there is always the risk of death even though very low. It is generally considered a safe procedure to use if necessary for removal of third molars.
Is it bad to remove tartar yourself?
Removing tartar yourself can have some difficult hurdles to overcome. Finding an instrument that will be both effective and accurate without causing injury to your teeth and gums. READ MORE
Removing tartar yourself can have some difficult hurdles to overcome. Finding an instrument that will be both effective and accurate without causing injury to your teeth and gums. Then being able to effectively learn the the dexterity and skill to accomplish this. Therefore, the best option is to try to limit or prevent its development in the first place to a degree
that becomes inconsequential between visits to a dental professional within a recall timeframe best for your oral health. This would employ proper daily flossing and brushing habits with a tartar control toothpaste.
that becomes inconsequential between visits to a dental professional within a recall timeframe best for your oral health. This would employ proper daily flossing and brushing habits with a tartar control toothpaste.
Is having a molar extraction painful?
Extracting a molar tooth should have no pain with the procedure. You will feel pushing and some pressure. The local aneshtetics should allow for only that. If the tooth is significantly READ MORE
Extracting a molar tooth should have no pain with the procedure. You will feel pushing and some pressure. The local aneshtetics should allow for only that. If the tooth is significantly infected that can complicate the effectiveness of the anesthetics but a discussion with the dentist prior to and during the procedure can usually overcome those issues.
Can I visit a dentist during covid?
Absolutely. Dental professionals and their support staff have done a stellar job at keeping their patients and staff safe and healthy moving thru this pandemic and I am confident READ MORE
Absolutely. Dental professionals and their support staff have done a stellar job at keeping their patients and staff safe and healthy moving thru this pandemic and I am confident will continue to perform well as we progress forward. According to the ADA as of October 2020 the Covid -19 rate among dentists was less than 1%. As of March 1 ,2021 only 6.8% of hygienists had contracted the disease according to the ADA in spite of being considered a very high risk healthcare worker. Dental professionals are doing all they can to keep their staff and patients like you safe and healthy and it shows.
Can your tooth hurt without a cavity?
Yes, there are few ways a tooth can hurt with out a cavity. First is root sensitivity. Loss of gum tissue on the tooth exposes the more sensitive root surface. Second would be READ MORE
Yes, there are few ways a tooth can hurt with out a cavity. First is root sensitivity. Loss of gum tissue on the tooth exposes the more sensitive root surface. Second would be pain from trauma which may or may not include incomplete fracture of the tooth. This may explain some times why a tooth hurts even with out actual knowledge of previous trauma. The last is referred pain. This is actually pain from another source that feels like it is in that tooth. The pain can be another tooth or musculoskeletal in origin. Identifying any one of these can at times be tricky. A thorough exam by a dental professional.
Can you remove braces early?
Ultimately you can remove braces at anytime, however like most things there are consequences and risks to consider. The teeth have move d to some extent and probably will not READ MORE
Ultimately you can remove braces at anytime, however like most things there are consequences and risks to consider. The teeth have move d to some extent and probably will not mesh or fit like they did before treatment started. This can contribute to tooth wear mobility breakage and or loss and or jaw disfunction and possible associated pain.
Can I get an implant without a bone graft?
That depends on the specific case. There obviously needs to be enough bone to adequately support the implant and all the forces placed on it generated by chewing. So if there READ MORE
That depends on the specific case. There obviously needs to be enough bone to adequately support the implant and all the forces placed on it generated by chewing. So if there is not enough bone you need a bone graft to place the implant. The best way to find out if you need or don't need a graft is a consult with a dental professional with a CBCT.
How do you prevent bone loss in gums?
Flossing and Brushing your teeth is the best prevention to bone loss. For gum health flossing minimal once per day goes a long way. Studies have shown that bacteria that cause READ MORE
Flossing and Brushing your teeth is the best prevention to bone loss. For gum health flossing minimal once per day goes a long way. Studies have shown that bacteria that cause gum disease and associated bone loss take 24 hours to develop to damaging levels after they are cleaned off your teeth.
What can you take for a toothache while pregnant?
Acetaminophen is generally accepted as the safest medication for pain during pregnancy. Best option is to ask your obstetrician for their recommendation.
Can tooth sensitivity go away on its own?
There are many factors that can cause and contribute to tooth sensitivity. Tooth tissue called dentin can be formed at anytime in response to sensitivity-creating stimuli in an READ MORE
There are many factors that can cause and contribute to tooth sensitivity. Tooth tissue called dentin can be formed at anytime in response to sensitivity-creating stimuli in an attempt to eliminate or reduce the insult to the pulp. So, yes, sometimes the sensitivity can "go away on its own." However, many of those sensitivity-causing stimuli are damaging to the tooth and can cause long- or short-term trouble for the tooth, even if it "goes away on its own." So, best option is an exam by a dental professional.
How should I sleep with Invisalign?
Your invisalign treating clinician usually covers that you should wear your invisalign 23 hours a day, how to place and remove. The appliance should have been evaluated for fit READ MORE
Your invisalign treating clinician usually covers that you should wear your invisalign 23 hours a day, how to place and remove. The appliance should have been evaluated for fit and should snap in quite retentively. Before bed floss then brush your teeth and clean the appliance as instructed. Place the appliance as instructed ,sleep as usual for you. If any of these parameters have not been reviewed by your treating clinician give them a call with questions or concerns.
What helps with pain after a teeth cleaning?
That depends on the pain you are referring to. If it is sensitivity to cold which can occur if gums recede, then a desensitizing tooth paste can help with that. for other pain READ MORE
That depends on the pain you are referring to. If it is sensitivity to cold which can occur if gums recede, then a desensitizing tooth paste can help with that. for other pain the best pain medicine is some form of ibuprofen if you can take that. Recommendation is 600mg every six hours for moderate to severe pain with acetaminophen as on bottle if needed. Recommendation is to take least possible to cover pain - if 400mg works just take that. If you can not take ibuprofen then acetaminophen alone.
Is it better to get all wisdom teeth out at once?
Yes, in most cases it makes sense to get all wisdom teeth out at the same time. Your treating clinician is the best to answer that question in your case.
How soon can I brush my teeth after a deep cleaning?
With a "deep cleaning "or scale and root planing you would be able to resume daily flossing and brushing that evening before bed.
Which dental crown is best for front teeth?
Best crown is a hard question to pin down. The most fracture resistant fairly esthetic crown now is a high strength zirconia crown. A more esthetic not quite as strong is an READ MORE
Best crown is a hard question to pin down. The most fracture resistant fairly esthetic crown now is a high strength zirconia crown. A more esthetic not quite as strong is an esthetic zirconia crown. A very esthetic slightly less fracture resistant crown that is an IPS Empress crown. I would say one of these three would probably be in your top choice.
How long does it take for a cavity to destroy a tooth?
There is no set time length answer because of all the variables involved in decay formation and progression.
Can an old filling be replaced?
It depends on the remaining structure of the tooth after the filling is removed and all recurrent decay (cavity) as well. If there is enough tooth structure to support a filling READ MORE
It depends on the remaining structure of the tooth after the filling is removed and all recurrent decay (cavity) as well. If there is enough tooth structure to support a filling structurally stable to accommodate the forces involved in chewing, then yes.
