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Ronald Kurlan, D.M.D.

Dentist

Dr. Ronald Kurlan is a Dentist practicing in South Orange, NJ. Dr. Kurlan 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.
51 years Experience
Ronald Kurlan, D.M.D.
  • Livingston, NJ
  • UMDNJ
  • Accepting new patients

Dental implant

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Keep the implant part that came out to bring to your dentist as soon as you couldThere is nothing that you can do yourself you need to see a dentist Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone

How do you stop bleeding from dentures?

A person wearing dentures should never have any bleeding. If there is blessing you should go to see a Dentist it could be an infection

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Why is my gum still sore after extraction?

After an extraction, the area can be sore for 1-2 weeks, but you should have no pain or swelling after 2 days. If there is pain more than 2 days, you should return to the dentist READ MORE
After an extraction, the area can be sore for 1-2 weeks, but you should have no pain or swelling after 2 days. If there is pain more than 2 days, you should return to the dentist that did the extraction to have it looked at.

Does a dental crown look natural?

There are different types of crowns. Depending on which tooth is crowned and the material your dentist chooses to use it should look very natural

How do you stop grinding teeth when you sleep?

There is an easy fix for night grinding. You should have your dentist make a night guard.

How do I know if my dental implant is healing correctly?

96% of implants heal without any problems. If there is redness around the implant of if there is sensitivity you should go back to the dentist who placed the implamtimplant

Are black spots on teeth cavities?

They could be cavities or just stains. They should be checked By a Dentist

Can wisdom teeth cause ear pain?

Yes, ear pain can be a result of an infected wisdom tooth.

Can your body reject a tooth implant?

It is very rare that your body would reject an implant. Implants have a 96% success rate. The 4% failure rate usually occurs in smokers or diabetics.

How do you stop a cavity from getting worse?

The only way to stop a cavity is to see your dentist for treatment. If it is small your dentist could coat it with fluoride or a silver solution or seal it to stop its progression READ MORE
The only way to stop a cavity is to see your dentist for treatment. If it is small your dentist could coat it with fluoride or a silver solution or seal it to stop its progression

Can toothache cause an earache?

It is possible that a bad tooth could cause your ear to ache. You should be seen by a dentist to examine your teeth to determine if the earache is being caused by your teeth.

How long does a dental bone graft last?

This procedure usually take about a half hour. The recovery period is only a day and the bone graft becomes part of your regular bone so it can last a lifetime.

How critical is a wisdom tooth abscess infection?

A wisdom tooth abscess could be very critical. The infection could spread to your throat or sinus and cause a health emergency. If you have to wait a few days to see your dentist READ MORE
A wisdom tooth abscess could be very critical. The infection could spread to your throat or sinus and cause a health emergency. If you have to wait a few days to see your dentist you should be placed on antibiotics. Antibiotics should keep the infection from spreading.

Do new dentures hurt?

It is normal for new dentures to be sore for a few days. You should go back to the Dentist who made them to adjust the tightness. They may be too tight in some areas and only a READ MORE
It is normal for new dentures to be sore for a few days. You should go back to the Dentist who made them to adjust the tightness. They may be too tight in some areas and only a dentist could adjust the right spot

Do I need to clean my dentures every day?

Dentures should be taken out and placed in a denture cleaning soak nightly. This allows your gums to heal overnight and eliminates stains and bacteria from your denture

Why do I have black spots on my tongue?

The black spots on your tongue could be from smoking or natural pigmentation. You should see a Dentist to have it evaluated

How do I know if my wisdom teeth need to be taken out?

You need to go to a Dentist and have Xrays taken to see if they are coming in properly. If there is not enough room for them to come in properly they could become impacted and READ MORE
You need to go to a Dentist and have Xrays taken to see if they are coming in properly. If there is not enough room for them to come in properly they could become impacted and cause damage to your other teeth or get infected

When can I start brushing my teeth after wisdom tooth removal?

You should wait 24 hours after the extraction to brush your teeth. This allows the extraction site to clot properly.

Is scaling of teeth painful?

A scaling is usually a painless procedure on most patients. If there is recession of the gums it may be tender but topical anesthesia or nitrous oxide could be used to make the READ MORE
A scaling is usually a painless procedure on most patients. If there is recession of the gums it may be tender but topical anesthesia or nitrous oxide could be used to make the procedure painless

What should I do if my permanent crown is not feeling right?

You must return to your Dentist to be sure that the crown is not coming loose. A proper fitting crown should stay cemented for 4 or 5 years or longer