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Dwight Romriell

Dentist

Dr. Dwight Romriell is a Dentist practicing in Pocatello, Idaho. Dr. Romriell 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.
Dwight Romriell
  • Pocatello, Idaho
  • University of Luvah Kentucky
  • Accepting new patients

Can gingivitis go on its own?

I assume "go" means to go away, and the simple answer is no! Gingivitis is usually caused by local irritations such as accumulated bacteria and plaque. When the cause of gingivitis READ MORE
I assume "go" means to go away, and the simple answer is no! Gingivitis is usually caused by local irritations such as accumulated bacteria and plaque. When the cause of gingivitis goes away the gingivitis will also go away. Gingivitis can progress to involve the underlying bone which resorbs and goes away and that is bad!

Can you use a mouthguard with braces?

Yes you can use a mouth guard with braces and you should.

How long does a front tooth root canal last?

A correctly treated root canal should last permanently. Teeth with a root canal treatment should have a crown place over them to prevent the tooth from breaking and loosing the READ MORE
A correctly treated root canal should last permanently. Teeth with a root canal treatment should have a crown place over them to prevent the tooth from breaking and loosing the tooth.

Are sealants bad for your teeth?

Sealants are very good for teeth. There needs to be caution to make the sealants thin as to not change the bite.

Is jaw surgery recovery painful?

Jaw surgery is painful.

Can I clean veneers with regular toothbrush?

Cleaning veneers should be accomplished using a soft brush and regular tooth paste.

How can I treat TMJ at home?

Home treatment for TMJ can be passive muscle stretches followed by gentle biting down repeated 3-4 times. It is important to keep the chewing muscles warm. When chilled the muscles READ MORE
Home treatment for TMJ can be passive muscle stretches followed by gentle biting down repeated 3-4 times. It is important to keep the chewing muscles warm. When chilled the muscles will tighten and pain will follow.

How can I stop my gum from hurting ?

Bleeding gums are usually a result of the teeth not being clean. Debris and build-up on the teeth are usually the cause of gums bleeding. Good cleaning of the teeth should reduce READ MORE
Bleeding gums are usually a result of the teeth not being clean. Debris and build-up on the teeth are usually the cause of gums bleeding. Good cleaning of the teeth should reduce and eliminate the bleeding.

How long will gums hurt from flossing?

Gums should not hurt after flossing.

How long will my partials last?

Partials can last for several decades.

Will dry socket go away on its own?

A dry socket is an infected socket and likely infected bone. Usually a dry socket is treated with cleaning it out and the use of antibiotics.

Should I clean partial dentures every day?

Depending upon how many friends you may have or have need of I would recommend cleaning and sanitize your partial every day.

Can I get 2 teeth implants at once?

Yes, several implants may be placed the same day which is advisable from a recovery point of view. It takes several months for an implant to integrate and be stable in the bone, READ MORE
Yes, several implants may be placed the same day which is advisable from a recovery point of view. It takes several months for an implant to integrate and be stable in the bone, and several implants can be healing at the same time. The typical limiting factor in the number of implants is usually the cost.

Can I chew gum with dentures?

Often gum will stick to dentures.

How can you get rid of sore gums from dentures?

Denture wearers usually take their dentures out to resolve denture sores.