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Dr. Michael L. Tyler

Dentist

Dr. Michael Tyler is a Dentist practicing in Mt. Pleasant, Tennessee. Dr. Tyler 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. Michael L. Tyler
  • Mt. Pleasant, Tennessee
  • DDS at University of Tennessee Health Science Center
  • Accepting new patients

What can I eat after my first dental implant surgery?

Eat as normal on the other side after the feeling comes back.

How do you remove calculus from teeth without going to the dentist?

need to go to the dentist and see a hygienist remove tartar for there is no way to remove it by yourself.

How long will a new crown be sensitive?

If the sensitivity lasts more than three weeks go back and see your dentist.

What causes gum inflammation?

Calcium buildup or tartar are the usual problems with a good tooth cleaning will take care of it but sometimes it is an allergic reaction like a change in toothpaste to bleaching READ MORE
Calcium buildup or tartar are the usual problems with a good tooth cleaning will take care of it but sometimes it is an allergic reaction like a change in toothpaste to bleaching or tartar control toothpaste.

How do I treat bleeding gums?

A good dental cleaning works well as a great starting place.

Is surgery necessary to treat jaw diseases?

No! First, go to the dentist and get an X-ray to tell you what the problem is.

How long do dental inlays last?

If done right they last decades.

Can tooth bonding be redone?

Sure can . Just see your dentist

What can you do for an exposed tooth nerve?

Sensitivity toothpaste or if necessary dental desensitizing continues see your dentist

Are cavities contagious?

Just to adjacent teeth

Are small cavities worth filling?

yes! A small filling will last decades and a large filling will require a crown

What is the best teeth whitening treatment at the dentist?

Glyoxide over the counter or Kor whitening in the dental office

How long does a tooth implant take to heal?

Skin two weeks but the bone 60-90 days

What are the disadvantages of veneers?

Veneers stain and come for they are just bonded to the front of the tooth but a porcelin crown costs the same but lasts years longer

Which dental crown material is best?

Porcelin or porcelin fused to metal

Can a toothache go away on its own?

Take him to the dentist and let them see if it is bite decay or abcess

Steps I should take to recover after wisdom teeth removal?

Do not drink through a staw or swish water around in your mouth or smoke for the first 36 hours. Your biggest risk is for a dry socket

Are raisins good for your teeth?

NO ! There are no clinical studies that show raisins improve oral health. But they are better than candy

Should a crowned tooth be sensitive?

Maybe a week or so but after that go see your dentist and let them fix it.