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Paul Nguyen
Endodontist | Endodontics
Dr. Paul Nguyen is an endodonist practicing in Irvine, CA. Dr. Nguyen is a specialist dentist, focusing on tooth pain, root canals and other issues related to the interior part of the tooth. Endodonists can diagnose problems and perform procedures to fix them. Treatment from an endodonist can often save a diseased tooth. Root canal treatment is one of the most common procedures performed by an endodonist.
Paul Nguyen
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How can I strengthen my enamel?
I’m not aware of any methods to strengthen enamel in an adult. However, you can prevent weakening your enamel by not eating acidic foods and drinking sodas. Good oral hygiene is READ MORE
I’m not aware of any methods to strengthen enamel in an adult. However, you can prevent weakening your enamel by not eating acidic foods and drinking sodas. Good oral hygiene is helpful to maintain good enamel by reducing the chances of tooth decay.
How long do your gums hurt after a root canal?
Your gums should not hurt after a root canal. Your tooth, however, will be sore for a few days after a root canal.
Can implants be done without bone grafting?
Yes, only if you have enough available bone height and bone width for the site. The only way to determine this is to get a CT scan of the site.
When can I stop rinsing with salt water after tooth extraction?
You should not rinse with salt water immediately after extraction as you do not want to disturb the blood clot which prevent further bleeding. Wait a day or two after extraction READ MORE
You should not rinse with salt water immediately after extraction as you do not want to disturb the blood clot which prevent further bleeding. Wait a day or two after extraction before starting salt water rinses. Continue with salt water rinses for about a week. Important to keep the extraction site clean.
How long should your jaw hurt after tooth extraction?
It varies. Depends on whether it is a surgical extraction or a simple extraction. In any case, if painful for more than 7 days, schedule with your dentist for a re-evaluation visit. READ MORE
It varies. Depends on whether it is a surgical extraction or a simple extraction. In any case, if painful for more than 7 days, schedule with your dentist for a re-evaluation visit.
How long does it take for antibiotics to reduce swelling from a tooth infection?
Typically, it takes 24 to 48 hours for the antibiotic to start working after the first dose. The swelling should start to resolve in about a weeks time. If you don’t seem to get READ MORE
Typically, it takes 24 to 48 hours for the antibiotic to start working after the first dose. The swelling should start to resolve in about a weeks time. If you don’t seem to get better after a few days on antibiotics, call your dentist as he may need to change to a new antibiotic.
Why is my old root canal hurting?
The cause could be because it became infected. An endodontist should evaluate to see if the tooth can be saved.
Does a root canal give immediate relief?
Immediate relief of pain to hot and to cold. But it will take about a week or more to have relief from pain to chewing. Therefore, do not do any hard chewing on the side of the READ MORE
Immediate relief of pain to hot and to cold. But it will take about a week or more to have relief from pain to chewing. Therefore, do not do any hard chewing on the side of the root canal tooth.
How long after a root canal should you get a permanent filling?
You should not wait long after a root canal to get a permanent restoration, usually a crown is better, but sometimes a filling will suffice. The ideal time is two weeks after root READ MORE
You should not wait long after a root canal to get a permanent restoration, usually a crown is better, but sometimes a filling will suffice. The ideal time is two weeks after root canal completion.
How soon after getting a tooth pulled can you eat?
Wait for the novacaine to wear off before you eat. Keep food away from the extracted side and keep that side clean.
How long does it take to recover from getting a cavity filled?
Usually, the sensitivity to temperature lasts for a few days, and up to about a week. Persistent dull ache to chewing or to temperature that lingers may indicate that your tooth READ MORE
Usually, the sensitivity to temperature lasts for a few days, and up to about a week. Persistent dull ache to chewing or to temperature that lingers may indicate that your tooth may not recover and you may need root canal treatment.
How do you heal a deep pocket in your gums?
Usually, there is more than one deep pocket in the gums. Usually, the pocket is formed due to periodontal disease. Accumulation of plaque and calculus is the main cause of periodontal READ MORE
Usually, there is more than one deep pocket in the gums. Usually, the pocket is formed due to periodontal disease. Accumulation of plaque and calculus is the main cause of periodontal disease. To cure the deep pockets, you have to get rid of the etiology. I would advise you to have a consultation with a periodontist,
a specialist in gum disease. He or she can advise you on the treatment that is best suitable to your specific case.
a specialist in gum disease. He or she can advise you on the treatment that is best suitable to your specific case.
Is a white filling better than silver?
White fillings today are much better than what they were twenty years ago. Silver fillings have become a thing of the past. I think you will be much happier with a white filling. READ MORE
White fillings today are much better than what they were twenty years ago. Silver fillings have become a thing of the past. I think you will be much happier with a white filling.
How often should you have root planing?
That really depends on your oral hygiene habits. If you do a good job brushing twice a day and floss every tooth at least once a day, then getting a cleaning twice a year should READ MORE
That really depends on your oral hygiene habits. If you do a good job brushing twice a day and floss every tooth at least once a day, then getting a cleaning twice a year should be fine. Otherwise, you will need to get it more often.
How long does it take for gums to heal after a root canal?
Your gums should not be traumatized during a root canal procedure. Therefore, there should not be any healing time involved.
Can surrounding teeth hurt after extraction?
Yes, neighboring teeth can hurt. This is called referred pain.
What helps jaw pain after a filling?
Do you mean toothache after a filling? Tooth may be sore for a few days but the symptoms should less with time. If the pain persists for over a week, then you might need a root READ MORE
Do you mean toothache after a filling? Tooth may be sore for a few days but the symptoms should less with time. If the pain persists for over a week, then you might need a root canal.
What does salt water do for an abscess tooth?
Walt water rinses draws out inflammation/ swelling in your gums in a process known as osmosis. Salt also has antibacterial properties. Salt water rinses will be helpful but will READ MORE
Walt water rinses draws out inflammation/ swelling in your gums in a process known as osmosis. Salt also has antibacterial properties.
Salt water rinses will be helpful but will not cure the problem. Please visit your dentist to treat the issue.
Salt water rinses will be helpful but will not cure the problem. Please visit your dentist to treat the issue.
