Dr. Franklin John Henrich DDS
Dentist
7905 east 106th street TULSA OK, 74133About
Dr. Franklin Henrich is a Dentist practicing in TULSA, OK. Dr. Henrich 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.
Education and Training
Medical college of Virginia Doctor of Dental Surgery 2009
University of Utah B.A. in Biology with a minor in Chemistry
Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Dentistry Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)
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Dr. Franklin John Henrich DDS's Expert Contributions
Can scaling damage your teeth?
Nope READ MORE
How long does a temporary crown last?
Depends, a few weeks or a couple hours. Depends on location, your dentists skills, and what you eat, e.g., beef jerky, Laffy Taffy, or soft foods. READ MORE
Steps I should take to recover after wisdom teeth removal?
Pay attention to your post-op instructions given to you by your dentist. Don't smoke, drink alcohol or carbonation for a minimum of 3 days. Take the meds you are prescribed (if any), and keep your heart rate down for 3 days post-op. READ MORE
Do cavities spread from tooth to tooth?
They can. Usually, it's from not flossing very well, or at all. Diet is also key, i.e., soda consumption, high sugar/carbohydrate foods, such and candy, cookies, bread, and look at your brushing habits. Are you brushing 2x a day for 2 minutes? Good brushing habits, eating a healthy diet, and regular dental check-ups are key to a healthy lifestyle and mouth. READ MORE
Does novocaine have any side effects?
Novocaine has not been used since the 1970s. You probably are meaning to say Lidocaine. Side effects can include a temporary rise in heart rate, or, in rare instances, an allergy to the preservative in it, sodium sulfate. READ MORE
What is the cause of my mouth sores?
Change in diet? Certain foods can trigger this type of reaction. Herpes virus is another possibility. Reaction to Sodium laurel sulfate is a possibility. Make an appointment with your dentist and see what they say. READ MORE
When can I eat normally after tooth extraction?
Depends on what you consider normally. Could take several weeks or a few days. READ MORE
How is a jaw disorder diagnosed?
A visit to a dentist who treats TMJ disorder is a great place to start. There are several things to consider when trying to figure out what is going on with your jaw pain. Range of motion, pain, location of pain, pain intensity. Clicking or popping of the joint, other crainiofacial pain. MRI may be needed to determine the exact position of the disc. Typically splint therapy is the first treatment given. READ MORE
Should I seek a periodontal consultation for my bleeding gums?
If your goal is to keep your teeth then yes, you should visit a dentist. In fact the standard of care is 2 dental cleanings a year, provided you don't have periodontal disease. If you have periodontal disease your visits are going to be more frequent like 3 or 4 times as year. Healthy gums do not bleed, you should use gentle pressure using a soft tooth brush. You should also be brushing 2x a day for 2 minutes and flossing daily. READ MORE
Why does my jaw hurt when I wake up in the morning?
Sleep apnea, clenching, or grinding your teeth are also things to consider. Time to visit the dentist and voice these concerns READ MORE
How can you get rid of a cavity without going to the dentist?
No, that is not possible, unless you extract the tooth yourself. Go visit the dentist. READ MORE
How can I protect my teeth from cavities?
Regular dental visits, i.e., 2 times a year, for cleanings. Brush with a fluoride toothpaste 2x a day for 2 minutes. Floss daily, eat a sensible diet with low sugar intake. READ MORE
Do cavities get worse if untreated?
Yes, most definitely, they don't fix themselves. Time to see the dentist. READ MORE
Does my son need antibiotics after extraction?
Not typically READ MORE
How often should I get a dental cleaning?
Standard of care is 2 cleanings a year. Assuming no Periodontal disease. I strongly recommend you make a dental appointment ASAP. READ MORE
How critical is a wisdom tooth abscess infection?
It potentially can be. You should call the dentist ASAP READ MORE
How many times a day should I floss?
Once is usually enough READ MORE
How long after getting a cavity filled does it stop hurting?
Can be several weeks READ MORE
Do crowns on front teeth look natural?
Yes they will if you go to a dentist who is skilled in cosmetic dentistry. If you are depending on insurance to pay for it, then the crown might look bad because they pay for the cheapest possible crown. Front teeth are tricky, you may visit a local dental lab for a custom shade to enhance to look of your crown. READ MORE
The insides of my teeth are turning black. Why?
Could be a cavity, could be a stain, could be a build-up of plaque. Time to make that visit to the dentist. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Treatments
- General & Cosmetic Dentistry
- Family Pediatric Dentistry
- Special Needs Dental Care
- Filling Cavities
- Dental Bridge
- Dental Crown
- Oral Appliance
- Mouth Guard
- Periodontal (Gum Disease Treatment)
- TMJ & TMD Treatment
- Root Canal Treatment
- Sedation Denistry
- Cosmetic Dentistry
- Restoration Dentistry
- Full Mouth Reconstruction
- Oral Surgery
- Botox
- Denture & Partial
- Dermal Fillers
- Teeth Whitening
- Wisdom Teeth removal
- Porcelain Veneers
- Dental Implants
- All On 4 Dental Implants
- Multiple Teeth Implants
- Sleep Apnea
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Crainofacial Pain
- American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
- American Academy of Implant Dentistry
- Current Member American Dental Association
- Current Member Oklahoma Dental Association
- Current Member Tulsa County Dental Society
- Participating Member American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
- Participating Member American Academy of Implant Dentistry
- Participating Member American Academy of Craniofacial Pain Institute
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