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Dr. Robert Korwin, D.M.D.

Dentist

<p><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Arial, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 17px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: #f7f4eb; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;">Dr. Korwin is part of the one percent of dentists worldwide who have achieved dual Mastership Awards from&nbsp;</span><a style="box-sizing: border-box; background-color: #f7f4eb; text-decoration: none; overflow-wrap: break-word; color: #7d411c; border-top-color: inherit; border-right-color: inherit; border-bottom: 1px dotted; border-left-color: inherit; font-family: Arial, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 17px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;" href="https://www.icoi.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The International College of Oral Implantologists</a><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Arial, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 17px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: #f7f4eb; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;">&nbsp;and the&nbsp;</span><a style="box-sizing: border-box; background-color: #f7f4eb; text-decoration: none; overflow-wrap: break-word; color: #7d411c; border-top-color: inherit; border-right-color: inherit; border-bottom: 1px dotted; border-left-color: inherit; font-family: Arial, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 17px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;" href="http://www.agd.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Academy of General Dentistry</a><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Arial, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 17px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: #f7f4eb; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;">. Additionally, he is a board member of the&nbsp;</span><a style="box-sizing: border-box; background-color: #f7f4eb; text-decoration: none; overflow-wrap: break-word; color: #7d411c; border-top-color: inherit; border-right-color: inherit; border-bottom: 1px dotted; border-left-color: inherit; font-family: Arial, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 17px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;" href="http://sedation4dentists.net/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">American Society for the Advancement of Anesthesia in Dentistry</a><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Arial, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 17px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: #f7f4eb; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;">, and has received special training to ensure that his patients receive pain-free care at his dental practice.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Arial, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 17px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: #f7f4eb; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;"><span style="color: #000000; font-family: Arial, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 17px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: #f7f4eb; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;">He promotes excellence in preventing orally linked disease and provides highly cosmetic dental repair and reconstruction utilizing orthodontics, implants, surgery, prosthetics and sedation, with laser, digital and computer assisted diagnostics.</span></span></p>
42 years Experience
Dr. Robert Korwin, D.M.D.
  • Red Bank, NJ
  • University of Pennsylvania
  • Accepting new patients

How to treat gum swelling after a root canal?

Sounds like inflammation at the root of the the root canal tooth. You should consult with the dentist who treated you.

Is it okay to have sensitivity after a filling?

Sometimes an easy solution is adjusting the bite, the filling may be a tad "high". Contact your dentist for advice.

How long do fillings last?

Fillings can last anywhere between a few days to a lifetime, depends on the location size and function. Ask your dentist about yours for more details.

Can you use toothpaste with braces?

Yes, toothpaste with braces is typically what is done.

What foods to avoid with dental crowns?

There are usually no restriction on food types with crowns, ask your dentist if there are special circumstances

Can I drink hot tea the next day after implant surgery?

Its best to avoid every hot/ cold/ spicy foods and drink for 3-7 days

Fistula

I would refer you again to an oral surgeon. If you are not comfortable with the last one, ask another one for a second opinion.

Dietary Supplements

In general supplements can be ok, but I have no idea what is in yours. Some supplements can cause excessive bleeding or elevate blood pressure. Consult with your physician for READ MORE
In general supplements can be ok, but I have no idea what is in yours. Some supplements can cause excessive bleeding or elevate blood pressure. Consult with your physician for a real answer

Can I floss around my crown?

Yes, flossing is encouraged around teeth crowns and implants to remove plaque and prevent cavities and periodontal disease

Can you use mouthwash with a crown?

Yes, commercially available mouthwashes are usable with a crown

Are zirconia bridges strong?

Since they are very strong, the majority of bridges currently are zirconia.

What pain medications are effective for root canal pain?

Please check with you medical provider and follow manufacturers recommendations. This is not a prescription. I use Two OTC Tylenol and

How should I clean my teeth 5 days after implant surgery?

I usually dispense a soft tooth brush used with toothpaste, warm salt water rinses and an antibacterial mouthwash

How do you use a Waterpik with an implant?

As long as the implant is healed and the power is on low you can use a water pik with an implant

How long will I have pain after zirconia crown placement?

Not likely to have any pain at all.

What pain medications can I take for root canal pain?

The meds of choice are NSAID's followed by Tylenol. Narcotics are usually not necessary and prescribed in limited circumstances

How do I stop my teeth from shifting without a retainer?

The purpose of a retainer is to stop teeth from shifting. Alternative methods include wire splints or crowns.

How long do partials last?

I've seen them last from a few years to 20 with the average around 5 to 10 years

How long is root canal pain?

Most are painless or slightly for a day or two. If there is continuing pain, please call your dentist for help.