WIlliam F. Scott IV, DMD
Dentist | General Practice
161 Washington Valley Rd STE 202 Warren New Jersey, 07059About
Dr. William Scott is a Cosmetic, Implant & Family Dentist practicing in Warren, NJ at Deluxe Dental Group. Dr. Scott specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases and conditions associated with the mouth and overall dental health and is trained to carry out such treatment as professional cleaning, restorative, prosthodontic, and endodontic procedures, and performing examinations, among many others.
Education and Training
Temple Dental School DMD 2014
Board Certification
American Board of Dental Public Health
Provider Details
WIlliam F. Scott IV, DMD's Expert Contributions
How many dental fillings can you get at a time?
Hello, This is a great question! The answer of course depends on a few variables. First, how aggressive is the dentist doing the fillings. Some dentists do not want to do more then 1 or 2 at a time for various reasons of their own. Secondly, where are the fillings located. If there are 4-5 fillings all located on one side of the lower jaw then all of them can be done in one visit. In fact, it is sometimes recommended to be done in one visit because it saves time, trips to the dentist, and limits the amount of time local anesthesia has to be given (less injections). If the cavities are all over the persons mouth then it might be best for them to be done in multiple visits to avoid local anesthesia (numbing) a persons entire mouth. Finally, outside circumstances may suggest one way or the other. If someone is being deployed overseas then the government is going to want them to have all their fillings done at once. This maybe true if a person is going to study abroad for 6 months or more. Hope this helps. My best to you! William F. Scott IV, DMD READ MORE
How do you survive the first week of braces?
Hello, The best way to survive the first week of braces is to be well prepared and think about things before they happen. Eventually things will settle in and a new normal will get established. The first thing to plan for is the possibility of discomfort. Discomfort can come from a variety of sources when braces are used. The first source is after the wire is put on. This is a tightness that is felt of the teeth and after a day the teeth become sore. This can be handled with an over the counter medicine recommended by your doctor. Another common source of discomfort comes from the brackets that hold the wire. Talking and eating causes the lips to rub against these brackets causing soreness and irritation. As the irritation happens the area may swell a little bit which means it contacts the bracket even more. All this can be remedied by making sure to have some orthodontic wax (sold in pharmacies) on hand at all times. A little wax will smooth out the bracket and allow everything to heal. The second thing to plan for is eating. Remember that eating happens multiple times every day so it can be very frustrating. The best way to plan for meals is to thing about whether the meal will be at home or out. At home there are more resources to clean the braces after a meal (as well as a private bathroom). Secondly, think about what type of meals to eat. Shredded chicken or beef, or spaghetti would not be a good choice as it will wrap all around the wires and brackets. Finally it is good to know if the doctor plans put anything on your teeth to prevent them from coming together completely. This means that there will only be a couple of stops to chew on (making chewy meals difficult). Hope this helps. My best to you! William F. Scott IV, DMD READ MORE
Do loose teeth stay that way?
Hello, It is beneficial to find out why the tooth is loose and how loose it is; however it is unfortunate but most loose teeth stay that way. Teeth usually get loose because the jaw bone around them has receded or the root itself has resorbed (wore away from the root tip down to the tooth) for one reason or another. If the tooth is loose because the bone around it has receded then it is likely that periodontal disease is the cause and it needs to be controlled before more teeth are lost. Also depending on the type of recession that has occured there are some techniques that might help brace the tooth or help the looseness. If the tooth is loose because of the root resorbing then replacement or bracing of the tooth are generally the only options. The good news about this is that periodontal disease may be absent. Hope this helps. My best to you! William F. Scott IV, DMD READ MORE
Do braces move your jaw back?
Hello, No Braces do not usually move the jaw at all. Braces are usually used for moving the teeth within the jaw. When we are young and our jaws are still growing, the jaw bones are either encouraged to grow more or restricted from growing more with old head gear (yes this is still used). At the age of 26 the jaw is no longer growing so we can not encourage it or restrict it. In this can orthognathic surgery is used to change the size and shape of the jaw. Hope this helps. My best to you! William F. Scott IV, DMD READ MORE
What happens if teeth move too fast?
Hello, This is a great question. Teeth naturally move based on the forces applied to them on a daily bases. These forces include lips, tongue, and any other oral habits (this is a whole other question). As the teeth sense this pressure the body activates cells to resorb (remove some of the bone) on the pressure side and add some new bone the other side. In order to move teeth too fast it would require more pressure. When high pressures are sensed, the body resorbs the bone faster and a larger hole is created. This is not done with the same precision because of the body's need to relieve the pressure. With reduced precision the accuracy of where the teeth move to is lost; which means the teeth are not being moved to where we want them to end up. Hope this helps. My best to you! William F. Scott IV, DMD READ MORE
Are Emax veneers the best?
Hello, In order to consider find out what the best veneer for a person is, the properties of the material should be considered. Emax is a porcelain and it has great aesthetics. However, if the person getting the veneers has a habit of grinding their teeth, emax veneers are more likely to chip which means they would have to be replaced. Zirconia is a stronger material and its aesthetics are good too but not as good as emax. As long as the aesthetics match and look good zirconia would be a better choice for someone whose teeth meet edge to edge and they grind their teeth. This would also give them more peace of mind as well. If these conditions do not exist then emax may be the best veneer for you. Hope this helps. My best to you! William F. Scott IV, DMD READ MORE
Is laser periodontal treatment effective?
Hello, If there is a need for laser periodontal therapy it has been shown in a few small studies to be effective. This of course depends on the type of treatment that is being done with the laser. Lanap is a periodontal protocol that has shown to be antimicrobial. After treatment, significantly less bacteria associated with periodontal disease (periodontitis) are found on the gum tissues (gingiva). It is believed that this allows the tissues to regenerate. In order to know if this therapy is effective for any particular person prior to treatment, a sample of their bacteria would need to be taken. Other wise, starting treatment and seeing the results would be fine. Hope this helps. My best to you! William F. Scott IV, DMD READ MORE
What can I do about my cracked tooth?
Hello, Sorry to hear about your cracked tooth. What can be done about a cracked tooth depends on how it is cracked and how it is bothering you. For example if it is only bothering you because you know about it then nothing may need to be done, but things can be done to notice it less. If it is a front tooth and it is chipped a little then there is not a lot you can do at home. This would require going to a dentist and having him/her/other aesthetically fix the chip. This could involve a bonding, veneer, or crown. If the crack goes into the center of the tooth (pulp chamber) then it is likely to be bothering you especially when you bite down and release. If this is the case then a root canal would be needed followed by any other treatment needed to fix the crack (crown, filling, core build up, etc). If it is cracked between the roots; unfortunately, most of the time this requires removal (extraction) and replacement of the tooth. Hope this helps. My best to you! William F. Scott IV, DMD READ MORE
My gums hurt after my root canal?
Hello, Sorry to hear about your gum pain. There are three main reasons why gums (gingiva) would hurt after a root canal. The first reason is very simple. When doing the root canal the doctor probably used a rubber dam which is held on with a metal clamp. Depending on how low the doctor had to put the clamp on the gums could have gotten irritated. The second reason is if there was decay on the tooth close enough to the gums they could get irritated from the removal of the decay. Finally gum tissue can get irritated from the irrigation solution that is used. These are just usual cases. The best solution would be to go back to the doctor that did the root canal for an evaluation. There should be no cost for this as it is associated with the root canal. Hope this helps. My best to you! William F. Scott IV, DMD READ MORE
How often do I need to get dental crowns replaced?
Hello, Glad to hear you got the treatment you needed. Dental crowns should be replaced only when they truly need it. Crowns are not like tires on a car. They do not come with an expiration date and a good doctor will try to get a crown to last as long as possible. Sometimes this is 30+ years, sometimes 10 years, and sometimes 2 years. Crowns can fail for a variety of reasons. The worse reason is another cavity. Yes a cavity can develop around the edge of the crown and cause the crown to fail. At this point the crown needs to be removed as well as the decay underneath of it. Crowns can also have porcelain chip off. This depends on where the porcelain chips on the crown. If it is the biting surface of the crown it is possible to smooth it out and leave it. But if it is between the teeth this will leave a gap between the teeth which trap food. Constantly having food in this area will then cause the decay that was mentioned above. Hope this helps. My best to you! William F. Scott IV, DMD READ MORE
I recently read an article that said poor dental health could cause respiratory problems. Is it true?
Hello, Poor dental health can lead to a number of health problems throughout the body. They usually stem from three areas. Firstly, the mouth is filled with so many different bacteria that all of them have not even been identified yet. If there is any bleeding in the mouth, these different types of bacteria can get into the blood stream and then go to other places in the body. Secondly, chronic (long lasting) problems in the mouth usually cause inflammation. When there is a chronic problem in the mouth, this inflammation is there the whole time as well. When the body is fighting off an infection (cavities are infections) the blood vessels get inflamed (swell up) and leak. This gets the immune cells to the area of the infection. If this is going on for a while immune cells will be in the blood stream in the rest of the body. Finally, some people start to have malnutrition due to dental problems. If someone constantly adjusts what they eat because of dental problem or perceived dental problem then their nutritional intake is going to be different. Brushing once a day and using mouthwash might be what is needed to maintain your oral hygiene, but it may not work for someone else. Additionally, there are things that brushing and mouthwash cannot get to. It would be best to see a dentist for an evaluation which will also evaluate your oral health and habits. Hope this helps. The best My best to you! William F. Scott IV, DMD READ MORE
Are whitening toothpastes bad for the teeth?
Hello, Whitening tooth pastes are like regular tooth pastes with the addition of some kind of peroxide in it. The peroxide is what whitens teeth and the regular tooth paste which has some type of fluoride in it (99% of them do) is what protects your teeth. However neither flouride nor peroxide is used protect the gums. The amount of peroxide in toothpaste has to be low enough to not harm the gums. Hope this helps. My best to you! William F. Scott IV, DMD READ MORE
Is teething delay in children normal?
Hello, Good for you for being on top of your child's health. The first primary tooth (baby tooth) does not erupt into a child's mouth until 6-10 months. This range is completely normal. If you think about it, 6-10 months is a pretty big range which means that teething is not an exact science. So a child at 8.5 months is not behind at all. He could start teething in a couple weeks and his timing could just be that they are not going to come in until the end of the range. Hope this helps. My best to you! William F. Scott IV, DMD READ MORE
My nephew has one tooth erupting and he is just 1 month old. Is it normal?
Hello, Normally teeth do not start erupting until age 6 to 10 months. However, sometimes children are born with a tooth or the tooth comes out shortly after the child is born. When a child is born with a tooth it is called a natal tooth. When a tooth comes out shortly after the child is born, it is a neonatal tooth. The teeth themselves are not normally a problem and are usually left in as long as possible. However, they can get in the way of nursing and it is best to make sure they do not cut the baby's lip or tongue. Hope this helps. My best to you! William F. Scott IV, DMD READ MORE
How long does it take for permanent teeth to come after his primary teeth fall?
Hello, The first primary teeth to fall out are usually the lower front two (mandibular central incisors, usually at the age of 6-7 years old). This is usually followed by the upper front two (maxillary central incisors). The reason primary teeth fall out is because the permanent tooth usually resorbs (removes) the root of the primary tooth as the permanent one erupts. This happens unless something else causes the primary tooth to come out like trauma. Once the primary tooth has fallen out due to the permanent tooth resorbing the root, it should take a couple of weeks to start seeing the permanent tooth. Remember the primary tooth falls out because there is not enough root to anchor it in; however, the permanent tooth still has to go through the gum tissues to be seen. Hope this helps. My best to you! William F. Scott IV, DMD READ MORE
Is a root canal safe for a 3 year old?
Hello, Unless your daugther has any issues with medications or anesthesia, it should be safe for her to have a root canal. It may be called a root canal, but it is not exactly the same procedure as a root canal on permanent tooth (adult tooth). Primary teeth (baby teeth) are more susceptible to to the need for a "root canal" because the center of their tooth is a lot bigger then a permanent tooth. That means that a cavity that requires a filling in an adult may require a "root canal" in a child. The other thing to consider is the honesty of the doctor. A 3 year old needing a "root canal" is something that can ruin your day and exhaust you emotionally as it is not exactly fun for adults, let alone a 3 year old. So if the doctor is recommending it, then chances are they really believe it is needed. Hope this helps. My best to you! William F. Scott IV, DMD READ MORE
Can a cavity spread to the next tooth?
Hello, Sorry to hear about the cavity. Yes, it is possible for a cavity to spread to another tooth; however, different types of cavities may be more or less likely. If the cavity is between two teeth, then yes, the cavity normally affects both teeth. If fact, it is possible to be there already without know it. If the cavity is in the center of the tooth, then it is going to take a long time for this cavity to spread to another tooth (if at all). If taken care of early enough, the cavity wont spread into other teeth nor will it spread in the tooth that it is in either. Remember a cavity is an infection caused by bacteria. The bacteria will keep going until the tooth is crumbling. Hope this helps. My best to you! William F. Scott IV, DMD READ MORE
Are there any home remedies to treat canker sores?
Hello, The best way to treat canker sores is to keep them clean so they can heal. A canker sore is an ulcer by definition. An ulcer is a hole in the tissue whether it is in the gum tissue or the stomach tissue. The mouth is filled with bacteria which interrupts the healing process. Keeping the canker sore clean will make it heal faster. It will also minimize the discomfort in the mean time. The best way to keep it clean is to use warm salt water rinses. I have found that in a pinch mouthwash will burn but it will feel better afterward. I tend to do this before meals as it will numb out the pain while i eat. Hope this helps. My best to you! William F. Scott IV, DMD READ MORE
What helps swollen gums from dentures?
Hello, Sorry to hear about your swollen gums. Swollen gums after getting dentures can be caused by a few different reasons; all with different answers. Therefore, it is important to figure out what is causing the swollen gums. The first thing to consider is whether you had any teeth extracted (removed) when you got the dentures. A lot of people get immediate dentures; which are dentures that are made to go in the day the teeth are extracted. If this is the case and also the area of the swollen gums then it is most likely the extraction of the teeth that is causing the swollen gums and not so much the denture. This is very common and the denture does not fit very well until the swelling goes down. Secondly, if teeth were not extracted at the same time the dentures were made it is helpful to realize that having the acrylic flanges (edges) of the denture is not something the gums are used to having near them and causing the swelling. If this is the case, then a simple adjustment of the denture to back the flange away from the gum tissue slightly usually alleviates the area and any sore spots that that may have developed. This can even happen when making a new set of dentures as it is highly likely to have very subtle differences in the way the dentures fit (think of it like a new pair of shoes - they could be the exact same shoes but your feet will still get sore). It would be best to go back to the doctor that made the dentures for an evaluation of what is causing the swelling. This is usually free of charge as it is considered in the treatment for making dentures. Hope this helps. My best to you! William F. Scott IV, DMD READ MORE
What is the best material for dental crowns?
Hello, What a great question to be asking. Unfortunately, the answer is not so simple. The best type of material depends on a few different factors; strength, location, aesthetics, and price (remember the most expensive crown someone will pay for is the one that person does NOT need). Crowns are typically thought of in 3 main categories; metal, porcelain, and zirconia. These three categories do have a good amount of overlap though. Crowns can be made out of full metal. These crowns have shown to be the longest lasting crowns due to the properties of metal match the tooth the best. In fact, it has been noted in the dental industry that the only downside to an all metal crown is its color (this is a huge problem if the metal is gold, it is a front tooth and the person does not want to look like a pirate). For a long time crowns were made out of porcelain laid on top of metal and was considered the gold standard. This was a good balance between the properties of metal and the aesthetics of the porcelain to make it look natural. The biggest issue with these crowns is that they can chip or the porcelain can come off and leave the metal color showing. At this point the crown would have to be replaced. To improve on aesthetics all ceramic (full porcelain) crowns were made especially for front teeth. These typically have the best aesthetics but there is a sacrifice in strength. If these break they typically need to be replaced as well. To improve on strength, zirconia crowns were made. These crowns are a ceramic crown but they have a very high strength. For a long time they were not very aesthetic as they were pure white. However, staining techniques have gotten really good and the aesthetics have improved greatly. So if you have a tooth in the back a zirconia crown is something to consider as it is made of one piece and does not chip (unless you do not mind the look of metal). If it is a short tooth zirconia may not stay in the best though. If it is a front tooth, there is an aesthetic zirconia that looks quite nice but is not as strong as the full strength zirconia. This is a lot of information and there is a lot more that can be said about the question, "which is the best crown". As a matter of fact, depending on the dentist, you will probably get different answers (for different reasons). All-in-all, if you trust any particular dentist to prepare a crown a particular tooth, then it would be best to ask that dentist about these different options and trust his/her opinion on which crown is the best for you. After all, the choice of material is the least thing to worry about. Hope this helps. My best to you! William F. Scott IV, DMD READ MORE
Expert Publications
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- Studies on egg disinfection.
- Injecting antibiotics into turkey hatching eggs to eliminate Mycoplasma meleagridis infection.
- Subacute combined degeneration of the spinal cord and air encephalography.
- The management of hypertension in general practice.
- The needs and methods of in-service training. (a) In-service training in industry.
- A fatal case of malakoplakia of the urinary tract.
- A fatal case of malakoplakia of the urinary tract.
- Mesenteric cavernous lymphangiomata: brief review and report of two cases.
- A comparative study of fluid volumes in heart-lung by-pass operations in open-heart surgery.
- Fluid volume control in heart-lung bypass operations in open-heart surgery.
- Malignant tumors of nonchromaffin paraganglia.
- Bacterial pneumonia.
- Bacterial pneumonia.
- Clinical and pathologic features of multiple myeloma; a review of five cases with autopsies.
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- President Central Dental Society 2018 - Present
Awards
- Champion of Action 2018 New Jersey Dental Association
- America's Top Dentist 2018 Consumer's Research
- Favorite Kid's Docs 2018 NJ Family Magazine
- America's Top Doc 2019 Find A Top Doc
- America's Best Dentist 2019 Consumer's Research
- Top Invisalign Dentist 2019 Invisalign
Professional Memberships
- NJDA
- Central Dental Society
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