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Dr. Jon Dyer
Dentist
Dr. Jon Dyer is a Dentist practicing in Ottumwa, IA. Dr. Dyer 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. Jon Dyer
- Ottumwa, IA
- Accepting new patients
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How long after tooth extraction can a bridge be fitted?
Thirty days at minimum for me, but ideally 2-3 months. Give the bone and gums a chance to heal/remodel in order to get a properly fitted bridge to the extraction site.and adjacent READ MORE
Thirty days at minimum for me, but ideally 2-3 months. Give the bone and gums a chance to heal/remodel in order to get a properly fitted bridge to the extraction site.and adjacent teeth.
What is the alternative to a dental bridge?
A dental implant would be your best bet if you want to replace the tooth. Don't have to do anything but that can come with its own consequences. You should discuss the pros and READ MORE
A dental implant would be your best bet if you want to replace the tooth. Don't have to do anything but that can come with its own consequences. You should discuss the pros and cons of your particular situation with a dentist.
Is fluoride treatment effective for tooth sensitivity?
It can sometimes help but there are a lot of reasons teeth can become sensitive (recession leading to root exposure, caries (cavities) etc. The source of the sensitivity should READ MORE
It can sometimes help but there are a lot of reasons teeth can become sensitive (recession leading to root exposure, caries (cavities) etc. The source of the sensitivity should be evaluated by a dentist and appropriate treatment steps taken to get to the root cause. Hope that helps. Jon
