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Dr. Dennis Nagata, DDS
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Dr. Dennis Nagata is a Dentist practicing in Honolulu, HI. Dr. Nagata 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 Nagata, DDS
- Honolulu, HI
- University of Southern California School of Dentistry
- Accepting new patients
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Does the dentist numb you for a deep cleaning?
You can request anesthesia from the hygienist who should be trained in providing local anesthesia. If the hygienist is not capable, ask for the dentist to administer local anesthesia READ MORE
You can request anesthesia from the hygienist who should be trained in providing local anesthesia. If the hygienist is not capable, ask for the dentist to administer local anesthesia to help make your deep cleaning comfortable.
Do I have a gum disease?
Teeth should not be mobile. There are many factors to tooth mobility..call a dentist ASAP
How long does it take to fix a cracked filling?
It depends on the size of the cracked filling. If a filling can replace the cracked filling and the tooth doesn't need a crown, the tooth can be restored in about an hour.
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It depends on the size of the cracked filling. If a filling can replace the cracked filling and the tooth doesn't need a crown, the tooth can be restored in about an hour.
How long does it take for amoxicillin to work on a tooth infection?
The effectiveness of antibiotics on an infection should be seen in a day or two. It depends on the severity of the infection.
What happens if you have a cavity on your wisdom teeth?
Wisdom teeth are often difficult to clean and prone to decay. If you can clean the teeth and the decay is not too large, you can restore the tooth after decay removal. If the decay READ MORE
Wisdom teeth are often difficult to clean and prone to decay. If you can clean the teeth and the decay is not too large, you can restore the tooth after decay removal. If the decay is large, you may consider removing the tooth, especially if you have difficulty keeping it clean.
Is it normal to bleed 2 days after tooth extraction?
Depends on the degree of complexity of the extraction done. I would call the dentist who did the extraction and get it checked.
How do you deal with braces pain?
Find something rubbery to chew on when a new archwire is placed. It will help signal the teeth to move and reduce the discomfort. The discomfort means your teeth are aligning correctly READ MORE
Find something rubbery to chew on when a new archwire is placed. It will help signal the teeth to move and reduce the discomfort. The discomfort means your teeth are aligning correctly so look at it from that perspective
Can you get braces after jaw surgery?
In most cases, the orthodontic/braces treatment should be planned before, during, and after jaw surgery.
Can TMJ make your ears feel clogged?
Yes, a displaced disc and condyle can put pressure on the ear canal causing a feeling of being clogged.
Should you wet your toothbrush before brushing dentures?
It doesn't matter wet or dry, just use a soft brush and no toothpaste as toothpaste has abrasives that can affect the denture.
Is there a cheaper alternative to dental implants?
The alternative to dental implants for a missing tooth or several teeth are removable dentures or bridges. The implant is the best option for missing teeth.
How long do you have to eat soft foods after dental implants?
In general maybe 2-3 weeks on soft foods and avoid eating on the implant site ...after eating it is important to clean around the implant site to prevent infection
How long does it take for an abscess to go away in mouth?
The source for the abscess needs to be diagnosed and treated in order for the abscess to go away and healing to occur.
What does pain from a root canal feel like?
A tooth may still be tender immediately and a few days after root canal treatment. It should be less painful than prior to treatment. Take Tylenol or Ibuprofen as needed or prescribed READ MORE
A tooth may still be tender immediately and a few days after root canal treatment. It should be less painful than prior to treatment. Take Tylenol or Ibuprofen as needed or prescribed by the treating provider.
Do you wear Invisalign to sleep?
Yes Invisalign is worn 21 hours 7 days a week. They are removed for 1 hour during meals.
Why shouldn't you brush your teeth with hot water?
It will burn/harm the gum tissue.
How does baking soda remove tartar from teeth?
Due to the abrasive nature of baking soda, it removes stains, but not tartar, which requires removal by dentists or dental hygienists.
Can I have a filling without anesthesia?
Yes, you can elect to have a filling without anesthesia. It may be very uncomfortable if the decay or drilling is deep.
What are the long term effects of teeth whitening?
There are no long-term effects if whitening is done judiciously using American Dental Association and FDA approved whitening products.
Can you brush away a cavity?
It is not possible to brush away a cavity. It is bacterial decay that must be removed by the dentist then restored.
