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Recent Answers from Lawrence Spindel DDS, www.lspindeldds.com

2012-02-04 post root canal question:

Dear Michelle,    You may be correct that the infection has not completely resolved especially if you have not noticed significant improvement. Sometimes teeth heal slowly. Your endodontist is most likely

2012-02-02 Partial Crown vs. Filling:

Although both types of restorations are acceptable alternatives, I often choose the full crown option over the partial crown. I believe a pfm crown will most likely be more durable than a porcelain onlay

2012-01-30 Tooth numbness after trauma:

Tooth number 8 in your radiograph appears to have a horizontal root fracture. Usually teeth with this sort of fracture are recommended to be extracted. The fracture will not repair itself and can cause

2012-01-28 loosening teeth:

Sounds like you have periodontal disease. Treatment involves improving home care(use an electric toothbrush such as a rechargeable Oral B model, floss or use interproximal brushes to clean between your

2012-01-23 Tooth numbness after trauma:

Dear Nick,    It may be that you have a partial alveolar fracture as well. Numbness after trauma usually indicates trauma to the structures surrounding the teeth. The teeth themselves do not usually feel