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Amy (Azadeh) Khajavi

Dentist

Dr. Amy (Azadeh) Khajavi is a dentist practicing in San Diego, CA. Dr. Khajavi 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.
Amy (Azadeh) Khajavi
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  • Dentist
  • San Diego, CA
  • Accepting new patients

How long does dental implant pain last?

Should only have minimum pain that can be alleviated by one or two ibuprofen.

How do you rebuild enamel?

The dentists should address the source of your enamel erosion. Enamel loss cannot be reversed, but it can be stopped from getting worse. If needed, the enamel loss can be replaced READ MORE
The dentists should address the source of your enamel erosion. Enamel loss cannot be reversed, but it can be stopped from getting worse. If needed, the enamel loss can be replaced either by composite or porcelain.

What is the best pain reliever after a root canal?

Antinflammtory, Such as Ibuprofen, Advil and Aleve

Do you have to go to the dentist for a dry socket?

Yes, so you can be treated appropriately. Placement of Iodine, or flushing the extraction site with antibacterial mouth wash in the socket will help.

When can I brush my teeth with toothpaste after an extraction?

Yes, avoid the brushing with or without toothpaste till the gums over the site of extraction heal. Clean the site with salt warm water.

Will dry socket go away on its own?

Yes, it is a painful period but eventually it goes away

What helps blood clot after tooth extraction?

Pressure on the site to stop bleeding means the blood clot has formed.

What helps with pain after tooth extraction?

Alternate Ibuprofen and Tylenol every 6 hours till the pain is gone. Also, rinse with salt water.

Is it normal to have sensitivity after a permanent crown?

First check the bite, if your bite is normal, then give it a month. The pain should subside if not then see your dentist , you may now be suffering from irreversible pulpitis.

Can you brush your teeth after pinhole surgery?

Not for a a week, just be gentle , keep it clean with salt warm water.

What is the gel like substance I spit out when I use mouthwash?

No need to worry, you are just having your saliva mixed with the mouth wash spit out.

What are the disadvantages of removing wisdom teeth?

If your wisdom teeth are being extracted without any clinical reason to justify it, then you will lose the bone supporting the wisdom teeth. And remember, to have a chisel face READ MORE
If your wisdom teeth are being extracted without any clinical reason to justify it, then you will lose the bone supporting the wisdom teeth. And remember, to have a chisel face look, or to have good corners for your face, you may need your wisdom teeth.

Can you drink coffee with dental bonding?

Yes, but swish around. Also, just like natural teeth stain, so do the bondings.

Wisdom teeth?

It is a good idea to have an oral surgeon check the area.

What is the best painkiller for tooth nerve pain?

For tooth pain, alternate Tylenol and Ibuprofen. And see your dentist asap to find out the source of the pain.

What happens if you get a cavity on your wisdom teeth?

If wisdom teeth are erupting normally and you can clean them, don't remove them. So treat it like any other tooth, and have it restored.

Can I use hydrogen peroxide to clean my dentures?

Yes, also try to rub inside the denture with a soft toothbrush.

What happens if a root canal gets infected?

Two options: retreat by an endodontist, and, if the prognosis is poor, then extract.