Dentistry

Recent Answers

2012-02-11 Orthodontics - Should I get braces for a 2nd time?:

Hi! First, I'm not an orthodontist - I provide resource information on various aspects of this field. But, it seems to me that "just wear the retainer" is not a sufficient answer here. Two thoughts: the

2012-02-11 Oral Surgery - swimming after dental implant:

AJ -  If a sinus lift surgery was performed to facilitate the placement of the implants, you should not be flying until that area heals.  That means a minimum of 4-6 weeks before you can fly.  In addition

2012-02-10 Oral Surgery - granulation tissue:

Mary - Your dentist is incorrect in cutting away the tissue with a laser.  The cause of the tissue growth is the most important thing for the dentist to determine and now what the area looks like.  It

2012-02-10 Dentistry - bent teeth:

That depends entirely on the extent of damage done.  This can only be determined by examination and x-rays.  In some cases the damaged tooth requires removal, and in other cases it may require a root canal

2012-02-10 Dentistry - Burnt tongue:

Dear Michelle,    Your answer, in a word, is "NO".    Part of his job is to protect your tongue, cheeks, lips, etc, from being damaged during the procedure.  Likely what you feel as a hole in your tongue