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Ronald Erving Goldstein, D.D.S.

Dentist

Dr. Ronald Goldstein is a Dentist practicing in Atlanta, GA. Dr. Goldstein 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.
67 years Experience
Ronald Erving Goldstein, D.D.S.
  • Atlanta, GA
  • Emory University School of Dentistry
  • Accepting new patients

How do you maintain a dental bridge?

The bridge will be cemented to place.

Can a dentist fix black triangle teeth?

Yes, it can be corrected by a combination of gum surgery and direct composite bonding of the adjacent surfaces of each of the teeth that forms the black triangle. Many times the READ MORE
Yes, it can be corrected by a combination of gum surgery and direct composite bonding of the adjacent surfaces of each of the teeth that forms the black triangle. Many times the cosmetic bonding can solve the problem in one appointment, as pointed out in the consumer book, Change Your Smile.

How long do composite fillings last?

I estimate in my consumer book, Change Your Smile, that they can last from 5-8 years. However, they can last much longer if you are careful with your eating habits. If you are READ MORE
I estimate in my consumer book, Change Your Smile, that they can last from 5-8 years. However, they can last much longer if you are careful with your eating habits. If you are a grinder (bruxism), they may not give you average life. And finally, seek a dentist who is skilled with esthetic and restorative dentistry.

What is a fixed dental bridge?

A bridge to replace a missing tooth can be removable or fixed, meaning it is cemented to place after the adjacent teeth are prepared, an impression made, and the bridge is constructed READ MORE
A bridge to replace a missing tooth can be removable or fixed, meaning it is cemented to place after the adjacent teeth are prepared, an impression made, and the bridge is constructed by a dental lab utilized by your dentist.

How do I get rid of deep stains on my front teeth?

You may have already tried tooth bleaching, but if not that may be your best first step. However, if bleaching does not work well enough for you, then consider porcelain or composite READ MORE
You may have already tried tooth bleaching, but if not that may be your best first step. However, if bleaching does not work well enough for you, then consider porcelain or composite veneers to cover the teeth.

Why does my tooth hurt after a deep filling?

There can be several reasons. First, the closeness to the pulp where the nerves and blood vessels are located could already be attacked by bacteria which give off gases after READ MORE
There can be several reasons. First, the closeness to the pulp where the nerves and blood vessels are located could already be attacked by bacteria which give off gases after the filling is completed causing a throbbing type of pain. Other reasons are the filling may be a bit too much for the bite and may need reshaping and additional polishing, and finally, the bacterial may have already invaded the pulp chamber requiring a root canal treatment to save your tooth.

Do gaps between teeth close by themselves?

Usually not. Best to get an estimate for invisalign or other orthodontic appliance therapy.

How do you prepare a tooth for a zirconia crown?

The same way you do for an all ceramic crown with the exception that the occlusal reduction is much less.

Brushing too hard?

If you brush incorrectly and too hard with a hard brush you can brush away the gum tissue and expose your root which will wear away so better to switch to Rotadent or another soft READ MORE
If you brush incorrectly and too hard with a hard brush you can brush away the gum tissue and expose your root which will wear away so better to switch to Rotadent or another soft electric brush.