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Dr. Anna Vishart, DDS

Dentist

Dr. Anna Vishart is a Dentist practicing in Watertown, MA. Dr. Vishart 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.
Dr. Anna Vishart, DDS
  • Watertown, MA
  • Accepting new patients

How long after a crown is cemented can I eat?

You should wait until the numbness disappears, and I recommend waiting at least an hour after the crown is cemented.

What does a salt water rinse do?

Salt water rinses act as an antiseptic, it reduces pain and inflammation. I would not recommend it regularly because it deshidrates as well

How can I strengthen my gums?

By going to your hygiene regularly, every 6 months. I recommend the use of a water flosser and electric toothbrush. Massaging your gums when you brush as well

How do dentists fix cavity on side of tooth?

There are several techniques depending on the size of the Inter proximal cavity. Starting from applications of a product that stops the growth without having to drill the tooth READ MORE
There are several techniques depending on the size of the Inter proximal cavity. Starting from applications of a product that stops the growth without having to drill the tooth to a filling

Is jaw pain normal after tooth extraction?

If the extraction was complicating and took an extended period of time it may cause jaw pain

How long to keep gauze in after tooth pulled?

For about 5 minutes to ensure a clot formed

How do you clean your real teeth with veneers?

Just as you brush your natural dentition by flossing and brushing after meals

Can you crown a tooth broken at the gum line?

Depends of the amount of tooth structure remaining. Sometimes with a crown lengthening procedure it could be possible

Are crowns or veneers better for front teeth?

Veneers are more conservative. It depends on case per case.

Can crowns be used on front teeth?

Yes, crowns can be used for front teeth.

Can front teeth have veneers?

Yes. It’s a very good option because it is more conservative than a crown. It depends on the reason you want to restore your front teeth

How long does a root canal last?

Studies show that a tooth with a root canal last an averages of 25 years.

Do gaps between teeth close by themselves?

Hi, If you have had that gap all your life, at 21 years of age, a gap between teeth will no close by themselves. But, the good news is that if it bothers you, there are alternatives READ MORE
Hi,

If you have had that gap all your life, at 21 years of age, a gap between teeth will no close by themselves. But, the good news is that if it bothers you, there are alternatives to eliminate the gap!