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Dr. Brian Laurence

Dentist

Dr. Brian Laurence is a Dentist practicing in Washington, District of Columbia. Dr. Laurence 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. Brian Laurence
  • Washington, District of Columbia
  • Howard University
  • Accepting new patients

How long is gum graft surgery?

The surgical procedure usually takes between one to two hours but that depends on how many teeth are involved. The recovery period can take a few weeks but sometimes up to one READ MORE
The surgical procedure usually takes between one to two hours but that depends on how many teeth are involved. The recovery period can take a few weeks but sometimes up to one month or longer

What pain medications can I take after a root canal?

For treatment of pain after a root canal, it is best to prescribe non-opiod pain relievers first if possible. We usually want to choose the lowest potency possible if we use opiod READ MORE
For treatment of pain after a root canal, it is best to prescribe non-opiod pain relievers first if possible. We usually want to choose the lowest potency possible if we use opiod pain relievers and limit prescription to a 3 day supply. Othe the counter Ibuprofen or Acetaminophen are good places to start. Dr Brian Laurence

Can implant infection be fixed?

Often it can be treated but it would need to be examined clinically Brian Laurence

When can I start chewing after jaw surgery?

That really depends on the particulars of the surgery. More complicated surgical procedures that involve the removal of bone can take longer to heal. I would check with the oral READ MORE
That really depends on the particulars of the surgery. More complicated surgical procedures that involve the removal of bone can take longer to heal. I would check with the oral surgeon or dentist that did the procedure