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Dr. Mehrdad Mostafaeipour, D.D.S.

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Dr. Mehrdad Mostafaeipour is a Dentist practicing in Las Vegas, NV. Dr. Mostafaeipour specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases and conditions associated with the mouth and overall dental health. Dr. Mostafaeipour is trained to place implants and restoring them. He has an extensive background in aesthetic dentistry and Full mouth reconstruction. Dentists are trained to carry out such treatment as professional cleaning, restorative, prosthodontic, and endodontic procedures, and performing examinations, among many others.

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36 years Experience

Dr. Mehrdad Mostafaeipour, D.D.S.

Las Vegas, NV
University of Minnesota
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How many teeth can an implant hold?

There are times that we do a single tooth implant. There are also times that we do an “All on 4”. That is when we attach an entire upper or lower bridge , attached to four implants! READ MORE

There are times that we do a single tooth implant. There are also times that we do an “All on 4”. That is when we attach an entire upper or lower bridge , attached to four implants!

Do gums grow around implants?

Generally if the tissue is gone around an implant, they do not come back

Can dental anesthesia be used on adults over 80?

The anesthesiologists will determine if she is a good candidate or not. If you feel like she or he is not asking the right questions, change. Or ask the anesthesiologist the same READ MORE

The anesthesiologists will determine if she is a good candidate or not. If you feel like she or he is not asking the right questions, change. Or ask the anesthesiologist the same questuton!

Can crowns cause gum disease?

Short answer is no, it shouldn’t. But if the crown margins are short or open, it was made too bulky and it can irritate the gum tissue and cause it to bleed.

Should a crowned tooth be sensitive?

Crowned teeth may be sensitive. It has a lot to do with the condition of the tooth before the crown was placed. If the tooth had a large decay or a large filling then the crown READ MORE

Crowned teeth may be sensitive. It has a lot to do with the condition of the tooth before the crown was placed. If the tooth had a large decay or a large filling then the crown may be sensitive. If it continues, contact your dentist as you may need further treatment.

Can a tooth with a crown hurt?

The short answer is yes! Crowned teeth may be sensitive for a week or so but after that it should not be sensitive.

Can a crown cause a metallic taste in your mouth?

Not necessarily, but some patients mention that they have a metallic taste. First make sure you don’t have diabetes because that may cause metallic taste as well. If the crown READ MORE

Not necessarily, but some patients mention that they have a metallic taste. First make sure you don’t have diabetes because that may cause metallic taste as well. If the crown is made out of base metal , you may want to change it to Zirconia crown.

Will antibiotics kill an infection in the tooth?

Antibiotics will reduce the infection temporarily but teeth or gum infection must be treated by your dentist.

How long do antibiotics take to work on tooth infection?

The course is 7 to ten days and it start working within 24 to 48 hours. But just know that if you have an abscess your tooth may need a root canal, not more antibiotics.