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Anirudh Patel

Dentist

Dr. Anirudh Patel is a Dentist practicing in PHILADELPHIA, PA. Dr. Patel 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.
Anirudh Patel
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Accepting new patients

Is it okay to have sensitivity after a filling?

Yes, it is normal but applying sensodyne toothpaste can help reduce your symptoms considerably. You would need to do this overnight by applying a pea size amount to the area that READ MORE
Yes, it is normal but applying sensodyne toothpaste can help reduce your symptoms considerably. You would need to do this overnight by applying a pea size amount to the area that bothers you for the next 4-6 weeks on a consistent basis. If after that doesnt help, please return back to the dentist for a reeval.

Can gum recession around a crown be fixed?

Yes, it can if you have a gum graft done. Usually, a periodontist can perform this procedure without many complications.

How long is a minor filling procedure?

Usually from 30-45 minutes.

Veneers or invisalign?

It would be best to get your teeth aligned first into their ideal occlusion before considering veneers so less agressive preps can be performed to your teeth. You have options READ MORE
It would be best to get your teeth aligned first into their ideal occlusion before considering veneers so less agressive preps can be performed to your teeth. You have options of resin veneers or porcelain veneers after the teeth are aligned.

Can a root canal save a tooth?

yes, most certainly. A root canal will address infections/pain associated with any tooth.

Are dentures natural looking?

Dentures can be very natural looking if you go to the right provider that chooses a premium set-up for your teeth set-up. You can also make them more natural by way of veneering READ MORE
Dentures can be very natural looking if you go to the right provider that chooses a premium set-up for your teeth set-up. You can also make them more natural by way of veneering porcelain on to the acrylic teeth.

Tongue cancer

Those white patches should be examined by a professional. Do you accidently chew the side of your tongue or grind at night time?

Can a deep cleaning save a tooth?

It all depends on how severe the bone loss is, please see a periodontist.

Can I clean my dentures with toothpaste?

You should not use toothpaste since it is too abrasive. There are many over the counter solutions to clean acrylic dentures.

Should I have a dental x-ray if I have a tooth abscess?

Yes, you should have it looked at and treated accordingly. Abscess and infection can spread really quickly to the other parts of your body.

Do I need any teeth removed?

You have many options which include root canals to simple fillings, which if after the procedures you improve oral hygiene and come regularly to the dentist you can stay pain free. READ MORE
You have many options which include root canals to simple fillings, which if after the procedures you improve oral hygiene and come regularly to the dentist you can stay pain free.