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Dr. David Garazi

Dentist

Dr. David Garazi practices Periodontics in Miami, FL. A periodontist is a dentist who specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of periodontal disease, and in the placement of dental implants. Dr. Garazi has expertise in the treatment of oral inflammation and often treats problematic periodontal cases, such as those with severe gum disease or a complex medical history. Some treatments that Dr. Garazi provides are scaling and root planing and root surface debridement.
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10 years Experience
Dr. David Garazi
  • Miami, FL
  • Boston University
  • Accepting new patients

Can teeth be saved with periodontal disease?

Yes, depending on the severity of the disease, if you treat the disease early enough, you can save the teeth.

David M. Garazi, DMD

Can chewing tobacco cause bad breath?

Aside from the other dangers and side effects of chewing tobacco, i.e. cancer and other tumors, yes, chewing tobacco can cause bad breathe and gum disease. You should attempt to READ MORE
Aside from the other dangers and side effects of chewing tobacco, i.e. cancer and other tumors, yes, chewing tobacco can cause bad breathe and gum disease. You should attempt to quit and seek a local periodontist for an evaluation of you oral and gum health!

Are tooth implants safe?

Yes tooth implants are safe and are currently the gold standard for replacing missing teeth!

What does it mean when your gum is swollen around a tooth?

You could have a gum infection due to plaque and bacteria accumulating under the gums. You should see a periodontist as soon as possible for an evaluation.

What is the treatment for a gum infection?

There are several different options depending on the exact reason for the gun infection. Most commonly, a deep cleaning or gum surgery is needed to treat the infection. David READ MORE
There are several different options depending on the exact reason for the gun infection. Most commonly, a deep cleaning or gum surgery is needed to treat the infection.

David M. Garazi, DMD

Are dental implants removable?

No, dental implants are not typically removable. They can technically be surgically removed but they are not designed to be removed. David M Garazi, DMD Garazi Periodontics READ MORE
No, dental implants are not typically removable. They can technically be surgically removed but they are not designed to be removed.

David M Garazi, DMD
Garazi Periodontics and Dental Implants
20484 West Dixie Hwy
Miami, Florida 33180

Office 305-931-0607
Cell 305-495-2231
www.garazidmd.com

What are the beginning signs of dry socket?

Typically pain/discomfort that starts 2-3 days after the extraction.

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Do I need to see a dentist for pericoronitis?

Yes, you should.

David M. Garazi, DMD

What are the first signs of dry socket?

Typically, a dry socket begins to hurt 2 to 3 days after an extraction. Normally, there is no pain initially, followed by considerable discomfort around day 3. David M. Garazi, READ MORE
Typically, a dry socket begins to hurt 2 to 3 days after an extraction. Normally, there is no pain initially, followed by considerable discomfort around day 3.

David M. Garazi, DMD

Can dentists fill cavities between teeth?

Yes, dentists can fill cavities between teeth.

David M. Garazi, DMD

Can you floss between a bridge?

You can use special floss to floss underneath a bridge.

David M. Garazi, DMD

What causes an oral cyst?

X-rays, a clinical exam, and often a biopsy are needed to make a definitive diagnosis. With that being said, most oral lesions are the result of infections associated with the READ MORE
X-rays, a clinical exam, and often a biopsy are needed to make a definitive diagnosis. With that being said, most oral lesions are the result of infections associated with the teeth or gums.

David M. Garazi, DMD

Can a crown that is too high cause pain?

Yes, absolutely. If a crown is too high, it will most likely cause pain.

David M. Garazi, DMD

Do they damage your jaw to remove wisdom teeth?

No, your jaw should not be damaged when your wisdom teeth are removed. Sometimes a portion of bone needs to be removed in order to remove the wisdom teeth, but this does not cause READ MORE
No, your jaw should not be damaged when your wisdom teeth are removed. Sometimes a portion of bone needs to be removed in order to remove the wisdom teeth, but this does not cause any long-term problems.

David M. Garazi, DMD

Can your body reject a tooth implant?

Implants are successful 95%+ of the time, however, smoking and other factors may influence outcomes.

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Is laser periodontal treatment effective?

Yes, in the right situation for the right patient it can be. But there are many different lasers in dentistry each with their own benefits. The most researched laser for periodontal READ MORE
Yes, in the right situation for the right patient it can be. But there are many different lasers in dentistry each with their own benefits. The most researched laser for periodontal disease is the Millenium periolase laser that utilizes the LANAP protocol.

David M. Garazi, DMD

How do they fix a cavity?

The treatment for a cavity is a filling. If the cavity is large, the tooth may require a root canal or a crown.

David M. Garazi, DMD

How long do I have to wait to eat after a dental filling?

Just a couple hours until the numbness goes away.

David M Garazi, DMD

What type of anesthesia is used during a root canal?

Generally, the area is anesthetized with local anesthesia. This is usually enough for most patients, but if other forms of sedation/anesthesia are needed, it can be arranged. David READ MORE
Generally, the area is anesthetized with local anesthesia. This is usually enough for most patients, but if other forms of sedation/anesthesia are needed, it can be arranged.

David M. Garazi, DMD

Are there any remedies for teeth grinding?

Yes, the best remedy is to wear a professional made night guard.

David M. Garazi, DMD