Dr. Fay A Gyapong DMD
Dentist | General Practice
833 Sw 11th Ave Suite 1015 Portland OR, 97205About
Dr. Fay Gyapong is a Dentist practicing in Portland, OR. Dr. Gyapong 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.
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Oral thrush or worse?
This may be a problem which is recurring due to an underlying problem and so my suggestion is that you visit an oral surgeon or an oral pathologist for a definitive diagnosis. It is likely that a biopsy may be performed. READ MORE
Grey color between teeth?
The gray color if recently noticed may be the start of tooth decay and so a visit to a dentist should be scheduled so that an appropriate dental X-ray and exam may be performed whereby you may receive an appropriate diagnosis. READ MORE
How long should a dental implant hurt?
Pain is oftentimes your body’s way of signaling pathology. Sometimes inflammation around the dental implant can occur and will usually be resolved with the appropriate treatment by a dentist who is familiar with treating implants. READ MORE
Can my abscess go away on its own?
Not likely if the source of the infection remains. I suggest that you visit your dentist. READ MORE
Is a baking soda rinse safe for my teeth?
Baking soda is abrasive. If you use it you should do so sparingly and perhaps once a week for heavy stains. Ideally you should have your dentist evaluate your teeth/mouth for the best suggestions for your daily oral hygiene routine. READ MORE
Is it okay to swallow the gel applied for a mouth ulcer?
An OTC gel may not harm you in a small quantity, yet I would defer to the written manufacturer's recommendation in that scenario. READ MORE
How can I make the process of losing teeth easier for my son?
Try reading age appropriate dental books you may find at the library. READ MORE
Can novocaine be used during cleanings?
Request that your dentist or dental hygienist use local anesthetic. You may need to present for multiple visits. READ MORE
How can I manage my child’s dental health yet allow him to eat sweets?
As a parent I would limit the frequency and only allow your child to eat a sweet with meals making sure your child has his or her teeth brushed immediately after. READ MORE
I am a diabetic and my gums have been bleeding. Is there something to be concerned about?
Diabetes may affect many aspects of your health. It is possible that the inflammation in your mouth is related. I suggest visiting your dentist, sharing your concerns with respect to your diabetes and your bleeding gums so that you may receive the best plan for treatment. READ MORE
Food getting stuck behind wisdom teeth
I would visit your dentist so that your wisdom teeth may be reevaluated for your best care. READ MORE
My son has a habit of biting ice. Will this harm his teeth?
A habitual ice chewing behavior will have long-term deleterious effects on ones’s dentition/teeth. FGP READ MORE
Is water-flossing as effective as regular flossing?
Generally speaking, using a WaterPik along with flossing will yield the best dental health. READ MORE
What can I eat or avoid eating to reduce plaque?
Generally speaking, brushing immediately after eating is ideal. READ MORE
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