Henry Buhl

Orthodontist

4355 TN-58 Chattanooga Tennessee, 37416 Show map

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Craniofacial group children's hospital, great Lakes society orthodontists, Southern society orthodontists, American society general dentists, tn. Dept health appointment to hospital affiliation

Education and Training

Furman university BS 1970

university of Kentucky DMD 1974

university of Kentucky MS 1978

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Henry Buhl

A Primer to Dentistry on General Topics
I've been deliberate about waiting to define the way I want to set this blog up in order to sample some questions over the past few months and see what topics are of interest. I find that many patients through their questions make me realize that a vast majority doesn't get regular Dental Care. That...

How long would It ideally take to get teeth aligned with the help of braces?
This depends on many things but mostly be aware that adolescent orthodontic treatment usually takes an average of 24 months the most time-consuming part of which is moving the roots which are anchored in the bone READ MORE
What are my options for replacing a missing tooth?
A partial denture or a flipper is 1 simple method which is relatively inexpensive. The second would be a fixed partial denture composed of a tooth on either side of missing tooth being prepared as Anchorage. Third remedy which is less utilized due to expense is an implant. READ MORE
Are there any home remedies to treat canker sores?
It's best to use either an over-the-counter medication which contains camphor and a mild anesthetic, as it is composed in a medium which protects the tooth from bacterial contamination and the structures of the mouth from being irritated. READ MORE
My son has a habit of biting ice. Will this harm his teeth?
Try to get him to switch over to shaved ice to avoid trauma to his incisor teeth in the front of his mouth or breaking feelings from the trauma of his back teeth gnashing on hard ice cubes. READ MORE
What is the importance of using dental floss?
The importance of stonefalls is pivotal in maintaining good parodontal health which relates to the longevity of the supporting tissues of the teeth themselves. Brushing alone cannot reach the depths of the pockets where bacteria May accumulate chronically and cause damage to the supporting structures and causing premature loss of teeth READ MORE
Is it normal to keep getting oral thrush?
An oral surgeon or periodontist would possibly be able to isolate the bacteria or virus which is causing the discomfort of thrush. A microscopic slide and laboratory examination will yield the best medium treat this most discomforting syndrome. READ MORE
What are sealants? Are they really advisable?
When the teeth are properly isolated and the proper mixture of monomer and polymer are applied correctly with good clinical judgement, sealants will prove to be valuable addition to insure better dental health and more favorable checkups especially during the Adolescent years when a high incidence of sugar is ingested READ MORE
What is causing the white layer on my tongue?
Most likely this is a monilial infection or yeast infection caused from virus or slight endocrine imbalance. It is confirmed by scraping and a laboratory microscopic evaluation to determine the actual microbe that needs to be isolated and treated with an antifungal buy prescription. READ MORE
What can be done for chipped tooth?
Most state and local dental associations and local societies sponsor occasional scheduled regularly free clinics for those patients who have financial concerns and emergency situations. Contact your local dental society within your state. Good luck READ MORE
I have tooth sensitivity but no cavities. What could be the reason?
Sensitivity can have a variety of causes not the least of which is over aggressive brushing with too stiff of a toothbrush over period of years. This can cause generalized recession of the gum tissue exposing very sensitive root covering call cementum which is very painful to heat and cold and the abrasion. It is also important to consider diet with excess citrus and the acids from which erode enamel overtime therefore causing marginal sensitivity to eat in cold mostly. Evaluate your diet and your methods of brushing avoid too much acid such as lemons catcher pizza toppings when used to access READ MORE
How long will a teeth whitening treatment last?
Depending on the type of whitening and whether or not an ultraviolet light is used in the dental office while you are in the chair, there is a broad range of results from over-the-counter products, which depend totally on the amount of time you wear them and these are not as concentrated in strength as what your dentist can provide. The results will depend on how much stain-producing foods are left unattended on the surfaces of the teeth between brushing. As long as you brush after each meal and incident of excess coffee, tea, and carbonated drinks, you'll maximize your results most effectively. Also, some products lend themselves easily to occasional free application within the product's components. READ MORE
Are there any natural ways to whiten your teeth?
The only products that should be used are those with the American Dental Association stamp of approval indicating that consistent research has produced product to yield the best results. Avoid using topical products like peroxide, which is not meant for oral use. READ MORE
Mouth Ulcers Keep Coming Back
These are called recurrent aphthous ulcers and can be the result of metabolic and endocrine secretions which are best ferreted out by an oral swab and microbial examination binaural in a pathology lab. Then, the best medication can be described and prescribed to treat a broad spectrum from monilial to bacterial causes as well as varro. READ MORE
Why does my dental filling keep coming off?
It is possible the wrong type of restoration was selected to adequately cover the affected area of the tooth. There are different types of bonding and cement that are recommended by manufacturers that will give additional retention. Unfortunately, this should not be a trial and error situation, but one of intelligent good choice considering that you're not chewing gum excessively if cement has been used. If the tooth has been bonded, then a micro chemical bond may be reacting to the stress on the individual tooth and should be checked by a different dentist READ MORE
Is a root canal safe for a 3 year old?
Because of the nature of the child being so young these procedures are best done by a child specialist called a pedo dentist and are not root canals but are called pulpotomies. The idea is to preserve the Deciduous in order to maintain space until the permanent teeth erupt. READ MORE
Can a cavity spread to the next tooth?
Cavities are caused by microbes Buhl bacteria from foods left on any teeth which are not adequately cleaned between meals. This includes flossing also to adequately stimulate the areas between the teeth where cavities are most prone to begin. Prevention is the most important part of your dental health. Good habits must be established early and fastidiously maintained with twice-a-year check-ups. READ MORE
Fear of local anaesthetic allergy
It's usually a combination of the epinephrine or vasoconstrictor the anesthetic contains, there are two kinds Esters and amides. Once your dentist takes your history and determines that you may have a hypersensitivity he will select the anesthetic that has the most non reactive ingredients to assure your comfort and yet extend through the length of the procedure he intends to do. Anaphylactic reactions to dental anesthesia are usually best prevented by a proper history and this helps to Ally fear and anxiety during the course of the visit and thereafter when recovering. Good communication skills are important between you and your dentist READ MORE
How can I get rid of teeth stains caused due to smoking?
Rotary instruments used by your dentist are the most effective way to eliminate stain with a mild degree of pumice in order to use abrasive cleansing a little protective added in the form of fluoride if necessary to assure the stain is properly removed. You're a gymnast; may recommend visits more often than twice yearly to have your teeth prophylactically cleaned in cases of heavy smoking or caffeine exposures. READ MORE
My daughter has a gap between her front two teeth. Is it normal?
You didn't mention her age but it's perfectly normal to have interdental spacing in fact it is advantageous as the face is not full-sized until adolescence when the larger teeth take the place of the smaller baby teeth. This is called primate spacing and is usually closed by 11 or 12 in girls in the front of the mouth from the erupting eye tooth READ MORE
I suddenly have a gap in between my front teeth. Why?
This is more accurately diagnosed with a panorex X-ray and a consultation as you need to see the actual areas that are causing the diastema, which is the space that is a result of other teeth migrating for various reasons. The point is your bite is not stable and it will only get worse until you're diagnosed. See either a periodontist or an orthodontist to begin your correction. READ MORE