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Dr. Michael Sanchez, D.D.S
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Dr. Michael Sanchez is a Dentist practicing in Albuquerque, NM. Dr. Sanchez 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. Michael Sanchez, D.D.S
- Albuquerque, NM
- Creighton University School of Dentistry
- Accepting new patients
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How many times a year should I visit a dentist?
Usually 2 times a year or every 6 months. But depending if you have any issues you may need to see your dentist more frequently
What could be the cause of my jaw pain?
There are many things that can cause jaw pain so yes seeing a dentist is important. It can be from clenching or grinding at night or during the day. It can be caused from an infected READ MORE
There are many things that can cause jaw pain so yes seeing a dentist is important. It can be from clenching or grinding at night or during the day. It can be caused from an infected tooth or broken tooth. So seeing a provider and getting appropriate x-rays will help determine where your pain is coming from.
Why does my jaw hurt when I wake up in the morning?
It’s from clenching or grinding at night. A lot of time we release our stress through our clenching. Or if you are having a hard time breathing we clench down to open our air way READ MORE
It’s from clenching or grinding at night. A lot of time we release our stress through our clenching. Or if you are having a hard time breathing we clench down to open our air way to breath especially people with sleep apnea. A night guard will help to release the tension and should help stop the pain in the jaw
Can flossing whiten your teeth?
Flossing will help remove build up and staining you get on your teeth which ultimately will help keep your teeth white
What causes dental caries?
Cavities or caries can be cause from not only sugars but also other foods like breads and other things that stick to your teeth. But what is really important is the ph of your READ MORE
Cavities or caries can be cause from not only sugars but also other foods like breads and other things that stick to your teeth. But what is really important is the ph of your mouth. When you snack a lot you reduce the ph of your mouth which causes an acidic environment. Brushing and reducing the snacking and drinking things other than water frequently throughout the day will help keep your mouth more basic and the environment will be more prone to cavities
What is the best painkiller for nerve pain?
The tooth is infected. So until you treat the tooth whether it be a root canal or extracting it which is taking it out the infection will still persist. Antibiotics will help reduce READ MORE
The tooth is infected. So until you treat the tooth whether it be a root canal or extracting it which is taking it out the infection will still persist. Antibiotics will help reduce the infection but will not cure it. I recommend ibuprofen and Tylenol for the pain and when taking them alternate between the two.
How do I get rid of toothache fast?
Ultimately taking Tylenol and ibuprofen will help reduce the pain but the only thing that will get rid of the pain is getting the tooth treated. The faster you can see the dentist READ MORE
Ultimately taking Tylenol and ibuprofen will help reduce the pain but the only thing that will get rid of the pain is getting the tooth treated. The faster you can see the dentist the better and avoid chewing on that side.
Can I still use mouthwash with a temporary crown?
Using mouthwash is okay, just don’t swish too vigorously. Avoid flossing the area or, if you need to, put floss through and then pull it out instead of pushing it back out.
Can sinus infections cause tooth pain?
Yes when you have sinus infection the pressure from the sinus can make your teeth feel in pain because is certain places the roots of your teeth are very close to the sinus which READ MORE
Yes when you have sinus infection the pressure from the sinus can make your teeth feel in pain because is certain places the roots of your teeth are very close to the sinus which can cause referred pain.
