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Dr. Vito Frank Foto, DDS

Dentist

Dr. Vito Foto is a Dentist practicing in Bronxville, NY. Dr. Foto 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.
37 years Experience
Dr. Vito Foto, DDS
  • Bronxville, NY
  • NYU College of Dentistry
  • Accepting new patients

Can dentists do gum grafts?

My suggestion would be to see a periodontist

How does an oral surgeon remove a cyst?

He will usually make an incision and remove the cyst thru the gum

Can partial dentures damage other teeth?

Yes, Usually a partial denture will damage the anchor teeth

Tonsil problems?

Infected tonsil

Can a tooth get infected under a bridge?

Yes. May be decay or the tooth could need a root canal.

Can dental implants cause sore throat?

No. Probably a side effect from the surgery.

What is the best pain reliever after a root canal?

Ibuprofen 600 mg every 8 hours for 2 to 3 days

What causes a person to have a geographic tongue?

You are usually born with that condition. No treatment necessary unless there is burning

Is it bad to drink coffee before the dentist?

Only if you want to have coffee breath.

How long after a bone graft can I eat?

Once the anesthetic wears off.

Can you damage your gums with a Waterpik?

Yes, if used on too high a setting. Would try a more moderate setting first and work your way up.