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Dr. Julie Arouh, DMD

Dentist

Dr. Julie Arouh is a Dentist practicing in Jenkintown, PA. Dr. Arouh 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. Julie Arouh, DMD
  • Jenkintown, PA
  • Accepting new patients

Can dental anesthesia be used for a dental cleaning?

Yes. We can use topical anesthesia or injection but neither one helps with the sounds of the cleaning. If it is the sound that bothers you, I would recommend wearing ear buds.

Can a tooth that has had a root canal still hurt?

Yes, it can still ache. The inflammation can take up to 6 months to heal.

How long do caps last on front teeth?

It all depends on the condition of the teeth being capped, the condition of your gums/bone, how meticulous you are with your oral hygiene, etc. They can last for over 20 years READ MORE
It all depends on the condition of the teeth being capped, the condition of your gums/bone, how meticulous you are with your oral hygiene, etc. They can last for over 20 years in some cases or less than 5 years in others. If they are for purely cosmetic reasons, you may want to consider porcelain veneers instead. They are much more conservative while being strong and beautiful.
Good luck!

Is a flipper the same as a partial denture?

Flippers are meant to be a temporary solution for someone who is missing one or a few teeth. They are used primarily when someone is waiting for an implant to integrate so that READ MORE
Flippers are meant to be a temporary solution for someone who is missing one or a few teeth. They are used primarily when someone is waiting for an implant to integrate so that a permanent crown can be placed.

How much does a dentist needle hurt?

If done slowly and carefully, not at all!

What happens if you smoke after scaling and root planing?

Smoking will significantly slow the healing of the gum tissue and can cause an infection to occur. I would really try your best to not smoke at all but definitely not after scaling READ MORE
Smoking will significantly slow the healing of the gum tissue and can cause an infection to occur. I would really try your best to not smoke at all but definitely not after scaling and root planing.

Is it normal to have pain after veneers?

Some people do experience some sensitivity after veneers are placed. This should be temporary and get better each day.

Can you have a sensitive tooth without a cavity?

Yes, you can! You may have gum recession, a chipped tooth or simply sensitive teeth. You can try using a toothpaste for sensitive teeth. If that does not give you any relief, I READ MORE
Yes, you can! You may have gum recession, a chipped tooth or simply sensitive teeth. You can try using a toothpaste for sensitive teeth. If that does not give you any relief, I would recommend setting up an appointment with a dentist to properly diagnose the problem.

Can I wait a month to fill a cavity?

If it is a small cavity and not bothering you, yes. If you are getting food trapped in it, I would try to get it filled sooner

What happens if you ignore wisdom teeth pain?

That all depends on what condition is causing the pain. If it is gum pain because the teeth are coming through, rinse with warm, salted water and that should help. If the teeth READ MORE
That all depends on what condition is causing the pain. If it is gum pain because the teeth are coming through, rinse with warm, salted water and that should help. If the teeth are decayed and that is causing pain then ignoring the pain can lead to an abscess which could land you in the hospital. An x-ray should be taken to determine the source of the pain.

How can I make my teeth straight naturally?

I don’t know what you mean by “naturally”. If you mean without braces, Invisalign is a great way to go. I would steer clear of smile direct club. I have not seen good results from READ MORE
I don’t know what you mean by “naturally”. If you mean without braces, Invisalign is a great way to go. I would steer clear of smile direct club. I have not seen good results from them.

What is the best mouthwash to use after a tooth extraction?

Warm, salt water after 24 hours. No rinsing or spitting for the first 24 hours after the extraction

How long after tooth bonding can I eat?

You may eat immediately following a bonding procedure.

Is bonding better than veneers?

Better? I would say no. Easier to repair? Yes. As long lasting as veneers? No. Less expensive? Definitely.
I hope this helps.

Do dead teeth fall out?

Sometimes they do. It depends on why the tooth is dead. If it was traumatized in an accident, the bone around it may be damaged and it may fall out.

Can you kiss someone with a tooth infection?

You can, but your breath may not be the freshest

Can you eat with removable partial denture?

Yes, you can eat with a removable partial. It is actually preferable to eat with it in to give you more chewing surface and power because the partial is replacing teeth that you READ MORE
Yes, you can eat with a removable partial. It is actually preferable to eat with it in to give you more chewing surface and power because the partial is replacing teeth that you are missing.

How can I make my bottom dentures fit better?

It is possible that the dentures "fit," but do not have any retention. Retention comes from the remaining bone. No bone, no retention. If that is the case, then implants are really READ MORE
It is possible that the dentures "fit," but do not have any retention. Retention comes from the remaining bone. No bone, no retention. If that is the case, then implants are really the only solution. You can have 2 or 4 implants placed and have anchors put into your denture to snap it in.

Can dentures be put in permanently?

There are implant-retained dentures that can be screwed in permanently or implant-retained snap in dentures.

Can flossing too hard cause tooth pain?

Flossing too hard can cause gum inflammation which may feel like tooth pain. If you are truly having tooth pain like sensitivity to hot, cold, or sweets flossing too hard is probably READ MORE
Flossing too hard can cause gum inflammation which may feel like tooth pain. If you are truly having tooth pain like sensitivity to hot, cold, or sweets flossing too hard is probably not the cause.