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Josephine (Jodi) D. Danna
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Dr. Josephine (Jodi) Danna is a Dentist practicing in Plano, Texas. Dr. Danna 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.
Josephine (Jodi) D. Danna
- Frisco, Texas
- Baylor College
- Accepting new patients
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When should I go to the dentist for tooth pain?
Well honestly we don’t like you to wait until you have pain because that usually results in a much higher bill at the end for you. Seeing your dentist on a regular basis allows READ MORE
Well honestly we don’t like you to wait until you have pain because that usually results in a much higher bill at the end for you. Seeing your dentist on a regular basis allows them to foresee any problems that may be coming your way.
Should I brush my teeth after drinking lemon water?
Lemon is very abrasive to your enamel and depending on the strength of the lemon water you should brush or at least rinse out your mouth. The damage comes from high strength lemon READ MORE
Lemon is very abrasive to your enamel and depending on the strength of the lemon water you should brush or at least rinse out your mouth. The damage comes from high strength lemon such as sucking on them, not so much if you are just squeezing a wedge into the water. Always better to be safe.
How can I tighten my loose teeth?
I am sorry you are experiencing this issue. There are many reasons your teeth become loose, 1. From a build-up of bacteria (Tarter/Plaque) that adheres to your tooth structure READ MORE
I am sorry you are experiencing this issue. There are many reasons your teeth become loose, 1. From a build-up of bacteria (Tarter/Plaque) that adheres to your tooth structure and will stay there until you have it professionally removed. 2. Trauma 3. Traumatic bite. Please see your dentist. They will be able to take x-ray s and diagnose any issues you may have that will help save your teeth.
How can you cure gum disease without a dentist?
While I appreciate and understand all of our needs to be proactive and take care of our health on our own. Unfortunately, if you have been diagnosed with gum disease you can not READ MORE
While I appreciate and understand all of our needs to be proactive and take care of our health on our own. Unfortunately, if you have been diagnosed with gum disease you can not treat it yourself. Please let your dentist do the necessary treatment so that you can prevent tooth loss in the future.
Can you wear Invisalign with dental implants?
Yes, you can but understand that the implant will not move.
How long can I use chlorhexidine mouthwash?
Amazing antimicrobial mouthwash. There is not a statue of limitation to the use of the product, but understand it stains your teeth. Most people do not like that and will discontinue READ MORE
Amazing antimicrobial mouthwash. There is not a statue of limitation to the use of the product, but understand it stains your teeth. Most people do not like that and will discontinue use when stains become apparent on your teeth. It does come off with normal cleaning and polishing..
What can I do about my gum pain?
You need to see your dentist. if it is isolated, sometimes it is just something that is stuck under the gums, EX: popcorn kernel, nut shells or even corn. Once that is removed READ MORE
You need to see your dentist. if it is isolated, sometimes it is just something that is stuck under the gums, EX: popcorn kernel, nut shells or even corn. Once that is removed the body heals that up easily. If you are having all over pain, your issues are more concerning. Please see your dentist to determine the cause.
How long do dental implants last?
Well that is completely up to you. Dental implant are amazing adjunct to missing teeth, but they require the exact same maintenance that your normal teeth require. See your dentist READ MORE
Well that is completely up to you. Dental implant are amazing adjunct to missing teeth, but they require the exact same maintenance that your normal teeth require. See your dentist on a regular basis for them to clean around each implant and to clean the prosthetic that is on them. Your dentist will decide how often you should be seen based on your oral health.
How long does Sensodyne take to work?
It really depends on how sensitive they are to begin with. Sensodyne works and is a great adjunct to help with that, just make yourself very diligent in using it because it build READ MORE
It really depends on how sensitive they are to begin with. Sensodyne works and is a great adjunct to help with that, just make yourself very diligent in using it because it build upon itself to work. I would say that 10 - 15 days you will see a marked difference.
Can I get a crown without a root canal?
Absolutely, the two are NOT interchangeable. It all depends on the reason behind your crown...Is it decay, fractured..You will know if there is not enough tooth structure and READ MORE
Absolutely, the two are NOT interchangeable. It all depends on the reason behind your crown...Is it decay, fractured..You will know if there is not enough tooth structure and close to the nerve. Your doctor should show you and explain the diagnosis.
Can you crown bottom front teeth?
Absolutely, you can..but depending on the reason behind crowning the tooth you may be able to have a veneer on it. That will allow you to maintain more of your original tooth READ MORE
Absolutely, you can..but depending on the reason behind crowning the tooth you may be able to have a veneer on it. That will allow you to maintain more of your original tooth structure. You dentist will decide what the best scenario and options available to you.
What are the beginning signs of dry socket?
That is a great question because it truly has many answers.. Most dry sockets occur when you have a lower extraction. Not to say it doesn't happen on the top, but historically READ MORE
That is a great question because it truly has many answers.. Most dry sockets occur when you have a lower extraction. Not to say it doesn't happen on the top, but historically more on the lower. The tooth that was extracted forms a clot and for whatever reason the clot diminishes. Usually the symptoms start between 2-3 days after the extraction and are very painful with a dull ache. The best advice is to follow all the directions from your doctor and understand that it can still happen even if you do...Hope this helps.
Is lemon water bad for your teeth?
Lemon water will not hurt your teeth...Sucking on lemons will thin the enamel after doing it for a while. Stay healthy and drink your lemon water..
How do you flush out a dry socket?
Your dentist should have given you a take home syringe that you will either use with the antimicrobial mouthwash given at your extraction time or use hydrogen peroxide and water READ MORE
Your dentist should have given you a take home syringe that you will either use with the antimicrobial mouthwash given at your extraction time or use hydrogen peroxide and water in the syringe. Make sure you do not place the tip of the syringe right in the socket. Your syringe is used around the socket side. Also, if you have a true dry socket, you should go back and see your dentist because then may need to back it with something else.
What can happen if an oral cyst is left untreated?
Are you sure they are cystic?? Was this diagnosed by your dentist or oral surgeon? Make sure you have a true diagnosis because cysts can either be just that or it could be something READ MORE
Are you sure they are cystic?? Was this diagnosed by your dentist or oral surgeon? Make sure you have a true diagnosis because cysts can either be just that or it could be something else. This is a decision of the surgeon who is completing the biopsy. They can be anything from continuing to grow and causing damage to structures around or it could be cancerous.
Can a dental cleaning whiten teeth?
It really depends on how much stain is present on your teeth. Do you smoke, drink a lot of coffee or tea? Superficial stain is of course polished off with a "normal" dental cleaning. READ MORE
It really depends on how much stain is present on your teeth. Do you smoke, drink a lot of coffee or tea? Superficial stain is of course polished off with a "normal" dental cleaning. If the tooth structure is just dark, consider one of the many "whitening/bleaching" processes to get them where you want.
Do crowns on front teeth look natural?
One of the most challenging esthetic treatments is matching one front tooth with a crown to a natural tooth. There are many ways that you can handle this. Make sure you are having READ MORE
One of the most challenging esthetic treatments is matching one front tooth with a crown to a natural tooth. There are many ways that you can handle this. Make sure you are having an all-porcelain crown made, no metal at all. This helps with the tooth looking natural. Also, have your dentist suggest a custom shade. This allows you to go to the lab of the doctor's choice and have them custom make the shade that matches your natural tooth structure. You may pay an additional fee, but it is worth it because they will not mark it complete until you are happy with the color.
Hope this helps..
Hope this helps..
How long does a dental bridge procedure take?
Depending on the amount of teeth that are prepared, the skill level of your dentist, and the condition of the adjacent teeth that are being prepared. I would say that a "normal" READ MORE
Depending on the amount of teeth that are prepared, the skill level of your dentist, and the condition of the adjacent teeth that are being prepared. I would say that a "normal" amount of time is 1 1/2 hours from start to finish.
Does coconut oil whiten teeth?
I am so sorry that you have been mislead...Coconut oil does not whiten your teeth.
What could be the cause of a white tongue?
Oral thrush is one condition that may cause the tongue to appear white. Oral thrush is a fungal infection caused by the Candida yeast. Oral thrush causes patches to develop in READ MORE
Oral thrush is one condition that may cause the tongue to appear white. Oral thrush is a fungal infection caused by the Candida yeast. Oral thrush causes patches to develop in the mouth and on the tongue. These patches usually have a white or off-white color and may have an unpleasant taste. Please see your regular dentist to have this looked at and the appropriate prescription given.
