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Jeremy H.J. Rourke
- Port Macquarie, New South Wales
- BDS With Honors at University of Sydney
- Accepting new patients
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How long after getting immediate dentures should I be able to eat solid foods?
It varies Sometimes patients will be on solid foods the next day and sometimes it will take three weeks. The two considerations are comfort and retention. Hopefully, the dentures READ MORE
It varies Sometimes patients will be on solid foods the next day and sometimes it will take three weeks. The two considerations are comfort and retention. Hopefully, the dentures will stay in place on their own but often a denture adhesive will greatly assist. If the denture is uncomfortable then most dentists offer free adjustments and you should return to the clinic where your denture was made for adjustments to the fit and/or bite.
Help my braces brack just came off in my sleep?
Maybe your GP dentist could reposition the wire for you.
When can I use different mouthwashes after wisdom tooth removal?
It is usually not a good idea to use a strong anti-bacterial or peroxide mouth rinse after wisdom tooth extraction. However, a warm salty mouthwash would be appropriate. Ask your READ MORE
It is usually not a good idea to use a strong anti-bacterial or peroxide mouth rinse after wisdom tooth extraction. However, a warm salty mouthwash would be appropriate. Ask your dentist and be guided by their advice
Will a deep cleaning help receding gums?
Deep cleaning will remove the hard deposit and soft plaque under your gum that is causing bleeding when you brush and bone loss that occurs with chronic periodontitis. Usually, READ MORE
Deep cleaning will remove the hard deposit and soft plaque under your gum that is causing bleeding when you brush and bone loss that occurs with chronic periodontitis. Usually, there is a lot of preoperative gum swelling and this resolves (goes down) after deep cleaning. So often it will look as though your gums have receded even more but it's just the gum swelling going downs
Should you have a bone graft at the same time as your tooth extraction?
A bone graft is often a good idea if you have already lost a lot of bone or if you plan to have an implant placed at the same location after the extraction
Can you get cavities filled while wearing braces?
Most cavities can be treated without the need to remove the orthodontic wires, brackets or bands but sometimes the cavity is so large that it will be necessary to remove the orthodontic READ MORE
Most cavities can be treated without the need to remove the orthodontic wires, brackets or bands but sometimes the cavity is so large that it will be necessary to remove the orthodontic appliances and then place the filling
What changes occur after getting braces?
Changes may be minor such as a straighter smile and it being easier to floss between your teeth, but you may also experience major benefits such as a more attractive bone structure READ MORE
Changes may be minor such as a straighter smile and it being easier to floss between your teeth, but you may also experience major benefits such as a more attractive bone structure particularly if you have your upper jaw expanded.
Roof of mouth?
Do you drink really hot tea or coffee? If you wipe a cloth handkerchief over the spots do they bleed easily - Maybe oral candidiasis (Thrush) Also possibly cyclic neutropenia Best READ MORE
Do you drink really hot tea or coffee? If you wipe a cloth handkerchief over the spots do they bleed easily - Maybe oral candidiasis (Thrush) Also possibly cyclic neutropenia Best to see your dentist or GP doctor
Why do dentists use X-rays?
While not all cracks show in X-rays it is a very difficult problem to diagnose and often a tooth with a cracked root will have to be extracted. Studies have shown that only half READ MORE
While not all cracks show in X-rays it is a very difficult problem to diagnose and often a tooth with a cracked root will have to be extracted. Studies have shown that only half of the problems in teeth are found if the dentist does not take an X-ray. So, your dentist probably took the X-ray to be extra certain that he had looked for every problem and had made the correct diagnosis.
Can retainers be used instead of braces?
Orthodontic retainers are engineered to hold teeth in the same place and are used to stabilise tooth position AFTER orthodontic treatment with braces which are engineered to move READ MORE
Orthodontic retainers are engineered to hold teeth in the same place and are used to stabilise tooth position AFTER orthodontic treatment with braces which are engineered to move the teeth to their final position where they will be held firm by the retainer at the end of the treatment.
Can you be addicted to pain medicine after dental surgery?
YES, you can become addicted to pain meds after dental surgery but only if your dentist provides you with an excessive number of tablets. Most dentists are aware of this problem READ MORE
YES, you can become addicted to pain meds after dental surgery but only if your dentist provides you with an excessive number of tablets. Most dentists are aware of this problem and take great care to ensure that it does not happen
Can Invisalign make your teeth fall out?
While any form of orthodontic movement could theoretically cause tooth loss, your dentist will take X-Rays before treatment to ensure that you do not have advanced gum disease READ MORE
While any form of orthodontic movement could theoretically cause tooth loss, your dentist will take X-Rays before treatment to ensure that you do not have advanced gum disease and bone loss which would make this more likely. Slow, gentle orthodontic movement of your teeth should be perfectly safe.
What can dentists do for enamel loss?
Enamel loss can cause issues with appearance and/or sensitivity. If the loss is extreme on your front teeth and it shows when you smile, then you may benefit from crowns or veneers. READ MORE
Enamel loss can cause issues with appearance and/or sensitivity. If the loss is extreme on your front teeth and it shows when you smile, then you may benefit from crowns or veneers. Back teeth that are sensitive can be desensitized with a number of different techniques.
Are small cavities worth filling?
Once a tooth has a cavity it needs to be restored to prevent food accumulating in the hollow. Be aware however that you can have decay in a tooth without there being a hollow and READ MORE
Once a tooth has a cavity it needs to be restored to prevent food accumulating in the hollow. Be aware however that you can have decay in a tooth without there being a hollow and some of these soft "white spot" areas will remineralise, especially after treatment with fluoride
Can I wear my retainer with a temporary crown?
YES, Your dentist with shape the temporary crown so it fits both your tooth and your retainer. You should definitely wear your retainer while you wait for your permanent crown. READ MORE
YES, Your dentist with shape the temporary crown so it fits both your tooth and your retainer. You should definitely wear your retainer while you wait for your permanent crown.
Can I use mouthwash with dental browns?
Dental crowns made with porcelain(coloured glass) will never stain but crowns made from composite plastic can and will especially if you use chlorhexidine mouthwash for more than READ MORE
Dental crowns made with porcelain(coloured glass) will never stain but crowns made from composite plastic can and will especially if you use chlorhexidine mouthwash for more than 14 days
Is brushing your teeth 3 times a day bad?
Toothbrush bristles are quite soft and engineered so they don't damage teeth. However, some toothpastes are excessively abrasive, so you should use toothpaste a maximum of twice READ MORE
Toothbrush bristles are quite soft and engineered so they don't damage teeth. However, some toothpastes are excessively abrasive, so you should use toothpaste a maximum of twice per day and herbal toothpaste a maximum of once per day
What is the best material for dental crowns?
The best material for crowns depends on the location. Dentists often prefer an all-metal gold alloy crown on the last tooth as these molars take twice the load of the molars in READ MORE
The best material for crowns depends on the location. Dentists often prefer an all-metal gold alloy crown on the last tooth as these molars take twice the load of the molars in front. Front teeth look much better with all-porcelain crowns which decades ago were too weak to last a long time but are now very strong and highly resistant to fracture.
Does lemon water weaken teeth?
Lemon water not only weakens teeth but also makes them more prone to dental decay and discolouration The same goes for Yoghurt
Can a root canal be done through an existing crown?
A root canal procedure can be done through a crown but sometimes a new crown or a stabilising post will need to be inserted after the root filling is completed. Ask your dentist READ MORE
A root canal procedure can be done through a crown but sometimes a new crown or a stabilising post will need to be inserted after the root filling is completed. Ask your dentist or specialist endodontist.
