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Dr. Joaquin Antonio Siles, DDS
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Dr. Joaquin Siles is a Dentist practicing in Orange, CA. Dr. Siles 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. Joaquin Antonio Siles, DDS
- Orange, CA
- Accepting new patients
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Is it ok to not wear a retainer for 2 days?
It is OK if you do it for only 2 days. If it's too tight or doesn't fit correctly, go to see your dentist.
What is the cause of my bad breath?
Bad breath is caused of a constant accumulation of plaque and food in your gums. It should be removed by your meticulous brushing all over your mouth, at least twice a day, after READ MORE
Bad breath is caused of a constant accumulation of plaque and food in your gums. It should be removed by your meticulous brushing all over your mouth, at least twice a day, after meals and the use of dental floss to clean in between of all your teeth, every day before you go to bed. Is this enough? Not enough. Call your Dentist to make an appointment for a professional prophylaxis. This is imperative, done at least twice a year.
Is there any way to make the pain caused by TMJ go away?
TMJ pain is usually caused by a traumatic bite that inflames the nerves, the tendons and the muscles in the jaws, head, neck, etc. If this it the origin, the bite must be corrected. READ MORE
TMJ pain is usually caused by a traumatic bite that inflames the nerves, the tendons and the muscles in the jaws, head, neck, etc. If this it the origin, the bite must be corrected. It's difficult to find a Dentist that specializes in treating TMJ cases. Try on line to find a "Las Vegas Institute Dentist"(LVI Dentist) for a consultation. Good luck.
How often should crowns be replaced?
Do not replace your crowns unless there are problems like pain, discomfort or detected, diagnosed by a Dentist during your annual regular check ups visits, like cavities, nerves READ MORE
Do not replace your crowns unless there are problems like pain, discomfort or detected, diagnosed by a Dentist during your annual regular check ups visits, like cavities, nerves or gum infections,etc. see in the X Rays.
What does it mean when my gums are sore?
You need a new soft toothbrush, be slow, gentle brushing, not that much pressure, use the right technique (circles) Review your brushing techniques with your dentist or dental READ MORE
You need a new soft toothbrush, be slow, gentle brushing, not that much pressure, use the right technique (circles) Review your brushing techniques with your dentist or dental hygienist. Perhaps something in your diet.
Is flossing effective?
Flossing is extremely effective. If you don't floss your teeth is like you are not brushing your teeth at all. Once a day is enough before you go to sleep.
How can you get rid of a cavity without going to the dentist?
A cavity in your tooth means a you have a hole in your tooth that is gets larger and big. Need to be repair. Go to see a Dentist.
What are the first signs of dry socket?
Dry sockets happens after an extraction. First sign? Pain
What are the beginning signs of dry socket?
Mild pain that will get worst.
How many implants does it take to replace all your teeth?
Ask your Dentist.
What can I do about my gum pain?
You may have an infection in your tooth. See a Dentist.
How do dentists treat gingivitis?
Gingivitis is due to accumulation of plaque that harbors bacteria. See a Dentist to have a regular cleanings. Brush and Floss your teeth is important but not enough.
Is pericoronitis a serious condition?
Pericoronitis is inflammation of the gums. Need to see a Dentist before it gets very serious.
How many teeth can be on a bridge?
Please, be specific how many teeth are you missing to replace them with a fixed bridge, plus the location of your missing teeth, whether are on your front teeth or back teeth, READ MORE
Please, be specific how many teeth are you missing to replace them with a fixed bridge, plus the location of your missing teeth, whether are on your front teeth or back teeth, like premolars or molars, assuming your natural teeth to support a bridge are strong and your gums are healthy.
What is the best toothpaste to restore enamel?
There is nothing in the markets or pharmacies, no a toothpaste that will restore enamel wear, except if it is excessive, the tooth could be restored by a porcelain crown. Ask READ MORE
There is nothing in the markets or pharmacies, no a toothpaste that will restore enamel wear, except if it is excessive, the tooth could be restored by a porcelain crown. Ask your dentist the reason of your teeth excessive wear and how to prevent. Prevention is critical.
What can I eat after bleaching my teeth?
During your bleaching, immediately after it, try not drink liquids with strong colorants like coffee, tea, don't smoke tobacco or chew tobacco that is the worst stain, for at least READ MORE
During your bleaching, immediately after it, try not drink liquids with strong colorants like coffee, tea, don't smoke tobacco or chew tobacco that is the worst stain, for at least a month. If occasionally you do, rinse your mouth with water immediately and brush your teeth.
Can you have a dry socket without pain?
Usually dry sockets are painful, sometimes not. It depends of the location and size of the socket area. The worst are on the lower wisdom teeth molars on the mandible, after extractions. READ MORE
Usually dry sockets are painful, sometimes not. It depends of the location and size of the socket area. The worst are on the lower wisdom teeth molars on the mandible, after extractions.
Why are some teeth more prone to cavities?
Some teeth, like the upper and lower molars, the big teeth at the back, have multiple grooves on the chewing areas, plus little deep holes, that are important part of their shape, READ MORE
Some teeth, like the upper and lower molars, the big teeth at the back, have multiple grooves on the chewing areas, plus little deep holes, that are important part of their shape, their anatomy where plaque(food) collects and harbors bacteria, that causes cavities. That is why good regular brushing is so important to remove the bacteria.
