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Dr. Guy Gunacar, DDS

Dentist

Dr. Guy Gunacar is a Dentist practicing in West Chester, OH. Dr. Gunacar 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.
13 years Experience
Dr. Guy Gunacar, DDS
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • University Of Detroit Mercy Dentistry
  • Accepting new patients

Is a white filling better than silver?

Silver fillings aka amalgam fillings are formed by mixing silver, tin, copper, zinc and mercury in certain proportions. Mercury in amalgam is the subject of controversy today. READ MORE
Silver fillings aka amalgam fillings are formed by mixing silver, tin, copper, zinc and mercury in certain proportions. Mercury in amalgam is the subject of controversy today. According to researchers in the US and the UK; amalgam fillings have been shown as the most important source of human exposure to mercury. On the other hand, according to the World Health Organization's 2009 Geneva Report that the amalgam filling is safe. Investigations of possible damages caused by mercury vapor caused by ongoing friction during chewing. For these reasons, reliability against this material has decreased in the world. Amalgam fillings do not meet the aesthetic expectations. And also it changes the color of the tooth in which it is located in the long term. With the advancement of technology, composite fillings that can be made in tooth color have become a better material than amalgam in terms of aesthetics and durability.

Why are my gums itchy and red?

Don't change your toothpaste a lot.

Why is my son's tongue white?

it might be related to several reasons, but first, have him drink plenty of water, don't let him get dehydrated.

What are the side effects of removing teeth?

Breaking the harmony of a great system.

Why do toothaches hurt more at night?

Because you are lying flat.

Why do cold things hurt my teeth?

Because your teeth are not dead.

When is a periodontist preferred over a dentist?

If your dentist does not have the skills to do perio work.

How is TMD diagnosed?

With X-ray and clinical tests.