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Dr. Terry E. Zervos, DDS

Dentist

Dr. Terry Zervos is a Dentist practicing in Dunedin, FL. Dr. Zervos 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. Terry E. Zervos, DDS
  • Dunedin, FL
  • Accepting new patients

Is it ok to not wear a retainer for 2 days?

Hello, This is a question you should ask your orthodontist. In general, not much tooth movement will occur if you don't wear your retainer for 2 days, but it really depends READ MORE
Hello,

This is a question you should ask your orthodontist. In general, not much tooth movement will occur if you don't wear your retainer for 2 days, but it really depends on the mobility of your teeth and if your appliance is only to retain tooth position or for tooth movement.
I hope this info helps.

Are you put to sleep for dental implant surgery?

No, you do not have to be put to sleep , the tissue around the area is numbed with a local anesthetic and the implant is placed in the bone which is very lightly numbed with the READ MORE
No, you do not have to be put to sleep , the tissue around the area is numbed with a local anesthetic and the implant is placed in the bone which is very lightly numbed with the same local anesthetic. it is advantageous for you to be conscious to help tell the dental surgeon if there is any discomfort.