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Dr. Dennis J. DaFonte, DDS

Dentist

Dr. Dennis DaFonte is a Dentist practicing in TURNERSVILLE, NJ. Dr. DaFonte 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. Dennis J. DaFonte, DDS
  • Blackwood, NJ
  • Accepting new patients

Does having a filling replaced hurt?

Did it hurt the first time? besides you'll be numb!

Can you floss between a bridge?

No, usually with a conventional bridge the floss is blocked by the connected porcelain. The best way to clean under your bridge is with floss threaders, or super floss. I also READ MORE
No, usually with a conventional bridge the floss is blocked by the connected porcelain. The best way to clean under your bridge is with floss threaders, or super floss. I also highly recommens a water pic device.

What causes an oral cyst?

Usually there is no one specific reason to develop a cyst, but it can occur for no specific reason.

Is removing wisdom teeth major surgery?

It depends on the position and the type of anesthesia you choose.Depending on the degree of impaction, yes it could be major.

Can your body reject a tooth implant?

I suppose it could. Your body could reject any "foreign"object.

What to avoid after a teeth cleaning?

Coffee, tea, and any soft types of food, especially carbs that make your teeth prone to caries, plaque-producing bacteria.

How do you stop a toothache at home?

Non-steroidal medications such as Tylenol, or ibuprofen, soft diet, and warm saline rinses several times a day.

Do braces change your face shape?

Yes, depending on your jaw relationship.

How do you stop a cavity from getting worse?

By appling or rinsing with a fluoride rinse right after brushing.

How long does it take a child to wake up from anesthesia?

It depends, everyone is different, but approximately 30 minutes to 1 and a half hours

Does an oral surgeon treat TMJ?

Yes, most definitely.