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Dr. Brenda D. Berkal
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Dr. Brenda Berkal is a Dentist practicing in Derry, New Hampshire. Dr. Berkal 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. Brenda D. Berkal
- Derry, New Hampshire
- Tufts University
- Accepting new patients
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Is it okay to swallow the gel applied for a mouth ulcer?
With a product meant to be used in the mouth, small amounts are okay to swallow.
What is the treatment suggested for treating dental plaque and soreness in the gums?
Hardened deposits cannot be removed safely, except by a dental professional. They should be able to keep you comfortably numb. Once the deposits are removed, daily flossing READ MORE
Hardened deposits cannot be removed safely, except by a dental professional. They should be able to keep you comfortably numb. Once the deposits are removed, daily flossing and brushing are the answer.
Can using mouthwash frequently negatively impact the health of my teeth?
Many mouth washes contain alcohol. Alcohol is drying. Gums should be wet. Rinsing does not replace brush and floss. A non alcohol rinse should not be damaging, as long as it READ MORE
Many mouth washes contain alcohol. Alcohol is drying. Gums should be wet. Rinsing does not replace brush and floss. A non alcohol rinse should not be damaging, as long as it is not replacing plaque removal.
Can brushing my teeth with salt whiten my teeth?
A professional cleaning would have better results with less damage to your teeth and sodium levels.
How should I select my toothpaste?
Fluoride is the proven active ingredient. Low abrasiveness is also ideal. Most other claims are questionable.
Is higher or lower pressure better with water flossers?
Mid way sounds good. Excessive pressure could be damaging.
What are the early signs of dental trouble?
Healthy gums do not bleed! I recommend seeing a dentist.
What is causing the white layer on my tongue?
Bacteria typically form a coating on the tongue. However, if the coating is developing that quickly, see your physician to rule out a yeast infection.
My son's teeth are discoloured. Why?
I'd recommend taking him to the dentist. There it can be determined if the is stain on the surface of the teeth, possibly from juice; or if the stain is inside the teeth, possibly READ MORE
I'd recommend taking him to the dentist. There it can be determined if the is stain on the surface of the teeth, possibly from juice; or if the stain is inside the teeth, possibly from a high fever as an infant.
#2 tooth with deep cavity - why infected after filling?
Any time the decay is close to the nerve, there is a chance that the nerve will deteriorate. The sensitivity to heat was probably a sign that the nerve was dying. Antibiotics mask READ MORE
Any time the decay is close to the nerve, there is a chance that the nerve will deteriorate. The sensitivity to heat was probably a sign that the nerve was dying. Antibiotics mask the infection for a while, they do NOT cure it.
Can cavities in one tooth affect other teeth as well?
Have the dentist who placed the filling check that first. Decay is a bacterial, infectious process.
Brushing too hard?
Gum recession can be caused by tooth grinding, using a hard or medium brush (only use soft or extra soft), or too much paste. Electric brushes can be very good.
Can an infected tooth spread the infection to the other teeth as well?
Treating the infection as soon as possible is the healthiest option.
Is water-flossing as effective as regular flossing?
Water flossing is a help, its great at removing bits of food around braces, and it tones the gums. Regular floss is most effective at removing bacterial plaque from between the READ MORE
Water flossing is a help, its great at removing bits of food around braces,
and it tones the gums. Regular floss is most effective at removing
bacterial plaque from between the teeth.
and it tones the gums. Regular floss is most effective at removing
bacterial plaque from between the teeth.
