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Dr. Misako Hirota, DMD

Dentist

5/5(9)
135 Civic Center Dr Suite 102 National City CA, 91950
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5/5

About

Dr. Misako Hirota is a Dentist practicing in National City, CA. Dr. Hirota 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

Washington University School of Dental Medicine in St. Louis DMD 1986

Provider Details

Female English, Japanese
Dr. Misako Hirota, DMD
Dr. Misako Hirota, DMD's Expert Contributions
  • Can you use Listerine with dental implants?

    Yes, you can rinse with Listerine. Implants are generally made of titanium or ceramic material and can withstand the harsh oral conditions we subject them to. Make sure you practice good oral hygiene by brushing and flossing and you should have no issues. READ MORE

  • Will I experience any pain after the root canal?

    Most typically, there is tenderness and soreness in that area. The discomfort can best be handled with Tylenol and a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory such as Advil or Motrin (ibuprofen). A combination of one 500mg Tylenol with 2 Advil (200 mg) every 6-8 hours should be sufficient. However, if the pain is severe, a 9 or 10 on the pain scale or there is excessive swelling, you should call your dentist. READ MORE

  • How do I whiten my teeth once my braces come off?

    You should consult with your dentist to see which method would be best in your situation. There are products such as OTC white strips that may work or you may need professional take-home or in-office products. Whatever the dentist determines would work for your situation, he/she will need to do a thorough cleaning first. READ MORE

  • I wear dentures. My gums are aching! What can I do?

    First, how old are your dentures? Are they over 5 years old or are they relatively new? If they are older than 5 years, you may need to be fitted for new dentures because of shrinkage of your jaw bone. If they are relatively new, you need to see the dentist to get an adjustment. Your jaw bone and gums change over time and adjustments may be needed. READ MORE

  • Do teeth get affected during pregnancy?

    During pregnancy, morning sickness, inability to brush due to nausea, hormonal levels all may have an effect on the oral health. Increased acid levels due to vomiting erodes enamel on teeth, inability to brush due to nausea increases bacteria counts in the mouth and hormones during pregnancy can lead to gingival inflammation. It is important to get a cleaning and check-up during your pregnancy, although you may need to take precautions when taking xrays. READ MORE

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Senior Staff Scripps Mercy Hospital in San Diego 1999 - 2018

Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors

  • San Diego County Dental Health Foundation, UCSD Predental free clinics

Professional Society Memberships

  • American Dental Association, California Dental Association, San Diego County Dental Society, Academy of General Dentistry

Hobbies / Sports

  • 2 Rescue Dogs

Dr. Misako Hirota, DMD's Practice location

Dr. misako hirota, DMD

135 Civic Center Dr Suite 102 -
National City, CA 91950
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New patients: 619-474-4695

Dr. Misako Hirota, DMD's reviews

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Patient Experience with Dr. Hirota


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Dr. Misako Hirota, DMD has a rating of 5 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 9 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Dentist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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