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Ketan Amin, DMD

Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.82
  • Clarity of Response 9.85
  • Politeness 9.94
  • Response Time(hr) 84.4
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 172.9
  • Total Questions 178
 Graduating from Harvard School of Dental Medicine, I received a broad understanding of both medicine and dentistry. I continued my training at New York University, as a dental specialist in endodontics, which concerns root canal therapy, related surgeries, as well as diagnosing and managing various forms of pain occurring in the head and neck

Gary Backlund, DMD, MSD

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.94
  • Clarity of Response 9.95
  • Politeness 10.0
  • Response Time(hr) 6.5
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 5.5
  • Total Questions 4507
 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.

Larry Burnett DDS

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.95
  • Clarity of Response 9.88
  • Politeness 10.0
  • Response Time(hr) 13.2
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 23.2
  • Total Questions 360
 Preventative Dentistry. Conservative Periodontal Therapy

Stephen J. Moss

Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.90
  • Clarity of Response 9.88
  • Politeness 9.97
  • Response Time(hr) 11.1
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 9.6
  • Total Questions 2539
 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.

Rafael Mosery,D.D.S.

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.84
  • Clarity of Response 9.70
  • Politeness 9.92
  • Response Time(hr) 9.3
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 10.4
  • Total Questions 2161
 I`m a practicing general dentist for 26 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 .

Susan Tannenbam

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.75
  • Clarity of Response 9.82
  • Politeness 9.94
  • Response Time(hr) 20.0
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 3.6
  • Total Questions 734
 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..

Joel S. Teig, DMD, Diplomate ABOMS, retired

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.93
  • Clarity of Response 9.92
  • Politeness 10.0
  • Response Time(hr) 14.1
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 15.8
  • Total Questions 6216
 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.

Tony Appleton BDS DPDS

Australia
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.85
  • Clarity of Response 9.84
  • Politeness 9.96
  • Response Time(hr) 22.1
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 27.6
  • Total Questions 2480
 I am an experienced general dental practitioner in private dental practice. I have worked for the past 25 or so years in the UK, and own a busy practice in Stratford upon Avon, Stratford Dental. From early 2012 my wife and I moved to Canberra, Australia, where I have taken up the position of Lead Dentist in a large city-centre practice. I will happily answer questions related to general practice, and have interests in endodontics (root canal), dental implants, CEREC/E4D cad-cam dentistry and cosmetic dentistry.

dr mayank kaurani BDS, MDS

India
Available
  • Knowledgeability 10.00
  • Clarity of Response 10.00
  • Politeness 10.00
  • Response Time(hr) 9.4
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 9.4
  • Total Questions 10
 rootcanals, cosmetic dentistry, dental pain, cavities, tooth colored fillings, endodontic diagnosis, post & cores, ceramic veneers, composite fillings, dental whitening, bleaching etc

Luis Granados DDS MS ESP.

Peru
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.80
  • Clarity of Response 9.65
  • Politeness 9.78
  • Response Time(hr) 70.0
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 94.0
  • Total Questions 1357
 Any question related to Periodontal disease (Gums), Dental implants, Prothesis over dental implants, bone regeneration, and guided tissue regeneration

Frederick R. Liewehr DDS, MS, FICD

U.S.
Available
  • Rating N/A
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  • Response Time(hr) 7.5
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 5.6
  • Total Questions 1685
 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.

David Mobley

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability N/A
  • Clarity of Response N/A
  • Politeness N/A
  • Response Time(hr) 45.8
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 63.5
  • Total Questions 11
 I can answer most questions about dental technology, dental laboratory equipment, becoming a certified dental technician, and how crowns and bridges are fabricated. I can answer questions about restoring dental implants with crowns, bridges, or dentures. I cannot answer questions about dentists or oral surgeon procedures, practices, or fees. I am a laboratory technician specializing in restoring dental implants.

Lawrence Spindel DDS, www.lspindeldds.com

U.S.
Available
  • Rating N/A
  • (Expert Not Accept Rating)   
  • Response Time(hr) 13.4
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 37.0
  • Total Questions 698
 Cosmetic Dentistry, Endodontics, General Dentistry, Preventive Dentistry, Comprehensive Dental Care

Dr Craig Peck ( B.Med.Sc., B.Ch.D., M.Sc., Clin. Botox, Cosmet. Derm.)

South Africa
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.88
  • Clarity of Response 9.85
  • Politeness 9.97
  • Response Time(hr) 38.5
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 168.2
  • Total Questions 565
 I am a General Dental Practitioner, with special interests in Cosmetic Dentistry & facial aesthetics and Periodontology, placing a strong emphasis on the establishment and maintenance of a healthy periodontium (the support structure of the tooth) before cosmetic options are considered. I uphold all principles of prevention above those of intervention treatment and try as far as possible, to remain conservative in my approach. I believe in detailed, open and honest patient discussion, establishing what the patients expectations are and what the reality is of achieving this and involving the patient on every level of the treatment. I have strong principles on ethical treatment and appropriate patient management. I have chosen to treat and rehabilitate many nervous and phobic patients, who, for whatever reason, find it impossibile to take part in the very important task of even a routine check-up. I will accept questions relating to general and cosmetic dentistry (in conjunction with the use of facial cosmetic procedures) and dental fears/phobias. I will be more than willing to answer any academic questions in dentistry, biology, physiology, psychology and health sciences in general. There is no restriction on what you may ask me - if you feel comfortable with my .....

Howard Finnk, D.D.S., P.A., CEO

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.88
  • Clarity of Response 9.89
  • Politeness 9.95
  • Response Time(hr) 23.2
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 16.1
  • Total Questions 2740
 I am a Family, Implant 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 Association, and 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 Vedder Honors Society, Broward Dental Research Clinic, and 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.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.94
  • Clarity of Response 9.93
  • Politeness 10.0
  • Response Time(hr) 36.2
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 29.8
  • Total Questions 1256
 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.

Dr. Madhvendra T. Singh

India
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.77
  • Clarity of Response 9.91
  • Politeness 10.00
  • Response Time(hr) 36.2
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 56.9
  • Total Questions 94
 He can answer most questions pertaining to general dentistry , surgical extractions, cosmetic surgeries , root canal treatment, prosthetic rehabilitation , preventive dentistry , oral lesions.

Jeff Dalin DDS

Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.88
  • Clarity of Response 9.92
  • Politeness 9.97
  • Response Time(hr) 6.4
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 6.2
  • Total Questions 2249
 general dentistry questions with topics ranging from cosmetic dentistry to dentistry for children

Crystal Baxter DMD< MDS

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.66
  • Clarity of Response 9.46
  • Politeness 9.52
  • Response Time(hr) 21.3
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 19.5
  • Total Questions 657
 Dental malpractice issues, Prosthodontics. Geraitric dentistry, complications from dental treatment including nerve damage, TMJ, brain abscess, infections, sinus perforations, fatalities.

Lawrence Gold

U.S.
On Vacation
returns 02/26/2012
  • Knowledgeability 9.33
  • Clarity of Response 9.33
  • Politeness 10.00
  • Response Time(hr) 12.5
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 18.7
  • Total Questions 14
 can answer: TMJ Syndrome/TMJ Dysfunction / TMD jaw pain popping and clicking of jaws earaches TMJ/TMD headaches can't answer: drug-related questions

Benjamin Schwartz, DDS FAGD

U.S.
On Vacation
returns 02/16/2012
  • Knowledgeability 9.93
  • Clarity of Response 9.93
  • Politeness 10.00
  • Response Time(hr) 15.2
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 28.9
  • Total Questions 532
 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).

Veselin Shumantov DDS

U.S.
On Vacation
returns 03/11/2012
  • Knowledgeability 10.0
  • Clarity of Response 10.0
  • Politeness 10.0
  • Response Time(hr) 45.2
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 1.9
  • Total Questions 13
 Ask questions about: - minimally invasive implant and reconstructive dentistry - single tooth, partial and full implant reconstructions with its options and alternatives - sinus lifts and its alternatives - case-specific implants, including standard, mini, short, and custom made implants - immediate implants, teeth in a day, staging of treatment with dental implants - classic smile makeover with porcelain veneers, or combined perio-ortho-cosmetic cases

Dr. Randolph Myerson

U.S.
On Vacation
returns 02/20/2012
  • Knowledgeability 9.86
  • Clarity of Response 9.84
  • Politeness 9.92
  • Response Time(hr) 5.5
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 6.2
  • Total Questions 4878
 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.

Recent Answers

2012-02-09 Root Canal vs Extraction:

Jay -  Once the tooth is removed the only thing that can placed there, because it is the last tooth, is an implant.  In this situation you need to wait about 3-4 months, because there is inflammation.

2012-02-09 Root Canal doctor recommendation:

Jay -  I am going to refer you to a dentist who does some root canal treatment and can do a crown on the tooth.  I am not fully sure of his financial plans, but I am sure there will be some working with

2012-02-09 donated dental dentrue implants:

Dear J,    Long ago, there was a dental implant called the "Staple", which required that you be hospitalized for 24 hours after the procedure.  It was covered by medicare/medicaid for a time.  I don't

2012-02-09 low grade gum infection tooth has a silver point root canal:

hello elaine!  i am so sorry for your troubles. i hope my answer helps... its going to be a different sort of answer so please be patient and read till the end ....    Point a) if you went to a root canal

2012-02-09 Can the removal of upper premolar or lower incisor cause face sagging:

The undesirable facial changes that you describe are not necessarily due to extraction of teeth.  It is more a question of how well the orthodontic treatment is conducted.  It is entirely possible to require

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