You are here:

Dentistry/Experts

Expert	Average Ratings	Expertise
Susan Tannenbam U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.79 Clarity of Response 9.83 Timeliness 9.91 Politeness 9.95 Total Questions 590	I AM NOT A DENTIST!!!!!!!! PLEASE DON'T ASK ME ANY QUESTIONS THAT SHOULD BE ANSWERED BY A DENTAL PROFESSIONAL..but I have had TMJ so I can answer questions on how I finally got my TMJ under control. I have several things I have done to treat myself, plus suggestions on what professionals to seek out, exercises, the best nightguard devices, etc..
Tony Appleton BDS DPDS U.K. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.85 Clarity of Response 9.84 Timeliness 9.92 Politeness 9.96 Total Questions 2337	I am an experienced general dental practitioner in private dental practice in the UK. I will happily answer questions related to general practice, and have interests in endodontics (root canal), dental implants, CEREC and cosmetic dentistry.
Lawrence Spindel DDS, www.lspindeldds.com U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.93 Clarity of Response 9.90 Timeliness 9.97 Politeness 10.0 Total Questions 373	Cosmetic Dentistry, Endodontics, General Dentistry, Preventive Dentistry, Comprehensive Dental Care
Frederick R. Liewehr DDS, MS, FICD U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Rating N/A (Expert Not Accept Rating) Total Questions 1329	I can answer your questions about root canal therapy in general. PLEASE DO NOT ask me to diagnose your particular problems or recommend treatment as I cannot do this without examining you and seeing your x-rays.
Dr Ashish Jain India Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 10.0 Clarity of Response 10.0 Timeliness 10.0 Politeness 10.0 Total Questions 91	Everything related to child dentistry. I will be happy to help parents with queries related to child dental health. As i am a exclusive practitioner i wouldn't be answering any questions about general dentistry.
Stephen J. Moss Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.91 Clarity of Response 9.88 Timeliness 9.94 Politeness 9.97 Total Questions 1936	I am a professor emeritus at New York University, with a background that includes extensive research, scientific writing and biology. I also am an international consultant in health education, particularly in developing education on new science for health professionals and consumers. I am a past president of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, former head of the NYU Division of Oral Biology and I represent the World Dental Federation at the United Nations. I travel around the world to provide health education to professionals and consumers.
Dr. Randolph Myerson U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.87 Clarity of Response 9.84 Timeliness 9.95 Politeness 9.92 Total Questions 4067	Please limit your inquiry to questions about orthodontics (braces) and children's dentistry. I am both an Orthodontist and a Pediatric Dentist, having been trained in both of these dental specialty fields. Orthodontics is the dental specialty that treats problems of tooth, bite and jaw alignment using braces and removable appliances. Pediatric Dentistry is the dental specialty also known as dentistry for children, which deals specifically with the dental problems of this special age group from infants to adolescents. I am also experienced in Forensic Dentistry, the application of dentistry to law enforcement and identification using dental records.
Gary Backlund, DMD, MSD U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.95 Clarity of Response 9.95 Timeliness 9.98 Politeness 10.0 Total Questions 3413	I am an Endodontist ( root canal specialist ) and can answer questions about root canals and their treatment. I cannot diagnose or treat online, but can answer general questions. I have been a specialist for 25 years and am Past President of the Washington State Association of Endodontists.
Dr.Mike Glasmeier U.S. Unavailable View Profile View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.90 Clarity of Response 9.75 Timeliness 9.81 Politeness 9.96 Total Questions 298	Cosmetic and Sedation Dentistry are my specific areas of focus but I can answer questions re: root canals, extractions, periodontal disease, etc. I will not answer questions about wisdom teeth and orthodontics.
Luis Granados DDS MS ESP. Peru Unavailable View Profile View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.81 Clarity of Response 9.70 Timeliness 9.63 Politeness 9.84 Total Questions 1151	Any question related to Periodontal disease (Gums), Dental implants, Prothesis over dental implants, bone regeneration, and guided tissue regeneration
Rafael Mosery,D.D.S. U.S. On Vacation returns 12/17/2009 View Profile View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.85 Clarity of Response 9.73 Timeliness 9.91 Politeness 9.92 Total Questions 1794	I`m a practicing general dentist for 24 years. Member of ADA,NYSDA,SDDS. In addition I am a fellow of the ICOI.My emphasis is on Implant Dentistry .I would be happy to answer questions regarding implant dentistry as well as general dental questions. Ofcourse within the limitations of no clinical exam and the absence of radiographs .
Benjamin Schwartz, D.D.S. U.S. On Vacation returns 11/31/2009 View Profile View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.92 Clarity of Response 9.92 Timeliness 9.95 Politeness 10.0 Total Questions 446	I can answer a range of questions in dentistry, ranging from cosmetic dentistry, fillings, root canals, and comprehensive treatment. Specifically, my fields of interest are in CEREC technology, Invisalign (Invisable braces), and Endodontics (root canals).
Jeff Dalin DDS On Vacation returns 12/12/2009 View Profile View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.90 Clarity of Response 9.94 Timeliness 9.94 Politeness 9.96 Total Questions 1826	general dentistry questions with topics ranging from cosmetic dentistry to dentistry for children
Joseph Zelig, DDS, D.ABP www.smileinthecity.com U.S. On Vacation returns 12/18/2009 View Profile View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.92 Clarity of Response 9.91 Timeliness 9.89 Politeness 10.0 Total Questions 729	Dr. Zelig is a board-certified Periodontist and an expert on dental implants. Dr. Zelig can answer any and all questions you have about complex dental problems, dental implants, gum disease, treatment of gum recession, and treatment of a "gummy smile".
Howard Finnk, D.D.S. U.S. On Vacation returns 11/24/2009 View Profile View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.89 Clarity of Response 9.90 Timeliness 9.88 Politeness 9.95 Total Questions 2089	I am a Family and Cosmetic dentist. I will answer questions on any aspect of dentistry and matters relating to the smile, gums, jaws and lower face. Member American Dental Association, Florida Dental Association, Broward County Dental Society, Atlantic Coast District Dental Association. I have served as District Council Member of Alpha Omega, as well as serving for one term as its President. I am also a member of The Academy of General Dentistry, Vedder Honors Society, Broward Dental Research Clinic, Mount Sinai Hospital Guild. I have served as a Volunteer for Project Dental Health and The Tri-County Dental Health Council.
Zev Kaufman, D.D.S. U.S. Maxed Out View Profile View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.97 Clarity of Response 9.95 Timeliness 9.95 Politeness 10.0 Total Questions 676	I can answer any question from simple routine dentistry to very complex dentistry with emphasis on reconstructive, cosmetic, and implant dentistry. My expertise is in co-ordination of very complex treatment plans with other dental specialists or as a one-man-team, since I have extensive training in Prosthodontics, Surgical Implantology, and orthodontics.
Joel S. Teig, DMD, FABOMS U.S. Maxed Out View Profile View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.94 Clarity of Response 9.91 Timeliness 9.96 Politeness 10.0 Total Questions 4627	I am a board certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon and I am available to answer questions related to tooth extractions, implant insertion, facial recontruction, facial and oral tumor removal, TMJ dysfunction and various successful treatments, including surgery if all else fails, and occlusal discrepancy requiring orthognathic or jaw surgery.

Volunteer to be an expert in this category

Recent Answers

2009-11-21 Post root canal pain/headache:

Hi Megan, I'm sorry all this is going on. It sounds to me like you may have stirred up the abscess. We sometimes see that when treatment is done. I would suggest that you call your endodontist ASAP

2009-11-21 extraction versus pulpectomy:

I would view the extraction/space maintainer option as a last resort. If the tooth can be reasonably saved with a pulp treatment and restoration I would prefer that choice. The space maintainer requires

2009-11-21 Quite a bit of pain after a root canal:

Hi Meghan, I'm sorry your boyfriend is going through all this. What he is going through is not normal, but we do see it sometimes as a post op complication. It is important to make sure there is no

2009-11-21 Severe pain:

sounds like it could be a root canal. call your dentist and let him/her know about this. he/she can put you on some antibiotics and pain medication to get you through the night and perhaps will meet you

2009-11-21 advice about these digital x-rays:

Dear Mickey: Technology is no substitute to proper expertise, judgement, and experience. When digital technology was at its infancy, the standard, regular film based radiographs were better in diagnosing