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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

Peptic ulcer?

The pain medication can irritate the stomach lining even in healthy stomachs, so be sure not to take the medication on an empty stomach.

Why am I having trouble smoking?

With your lower lip numb you cannot get a good lip seal to inhale the smoke from your joint. That should return to normal after lip feeling returns

Roof of mouth?

Usually they are aphthous ulcers and are viral. Treating with Valtrex 500 mg, one twice daily for three days just before the viral outbreak will keep it from happening.

Help my braces brack just came off in my sleep?

If possible, cut the end of the wire off with side cutter pliers or nail trimmer and go see your dentist this week.

Root canal?

Should be fine, but if you have any discomfort, call your dentist and get an antibiotic.

Tooth infection that won't go away?

You need to be seen by an oral surgeon as soon as possible. Be sedated and have the root remove. Once an infection sets up around a root tip that has been left, there is no other READ MORE
You need to be seen by an oral surgeon as soon as possible. Be sedated and have the root remove. Once an infection sets up around a root tip that has been left, there is no other fix.

Non painful ulcer under tongue?

That is a herpetic viral ulcer more than likely. It will last 10-14 days and go away, but can be reoccurring like fever blisters.

Can cavities form under sealants?

Yes, if the sealant leaks around the edges or decay develops in the grooves or pits in the tooth.

Dental implant screw not centered properly between teeth?

Usually, the implant can be restored without problem as long as there is space between the implant and both adjacent teeth. The surgeon places the implant in the best bone and READ MORE
Usually, the implant can be restored without problem as long as there is space between the implant and both adjacent teeth. The surgeon places the implant in the best bone and the restorative dentist makes it work.

How do you clean your teeth while having braces?

Just like usual, but with different instruments, and sometimes we remove the wire to get better access.

Does a real dentist help you during Invisalign?

Yes, in most offices. At each visit, the dentist will oversee the progress in teeth movement.

Can I eat chocolate after a tooth extraction?

Sure, just do not drink through a straw or swish water around in your mouth for the first 24 hours.

Should new dentures be loose?

Upper dentures can usually be made to fit tight, but lower plates just fit in your mouth with no suction to hold them in place. Sometimes adhesives have to be used to make them READ MORE
Upper dentures can usually be made to fit tight, but lower plates just fit in your mouth with no suction to hold them in place. Sometimes adhesives have to be used to make them stable.

Do dental implants get plaque?

Yes, everything in the mouth accumulates plaque.

Is alcohol mouthwash bad for teeth?

No. In fact, the alcohol is a great disinfecting agent.

Is cold water bad for teeth?

No, but you could be sensitive.

Dentist question?

With long term use it is best to use nonalcohol mouthwash

What happens if you take off your braces early?

Your teeth may not be straight or stable if braces are removed early.

How long does it take bone graft to heal?

90 days usually. But time varies due to each person's health issues.