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Dr. Max Olen Kerr, DDS

Dentist

Dr. Max Kerr is a Dentist practicing in Cedar Park, TX. Dr. Kerr 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. Max Kerr, DDS
  • Cedar Park, TX
  • Accepting new patients

Can I use rubber bands to close my gap?

Using rubber bands to close gaps in your teeth is not recommended. It will likely hurt your gums and create spaces next to the teeth that you are trying to close.

Are getting teeth implants painful?

Although dentistry is never comfortable, oftentimes patients report that getting implants are as gentle as getting a filling & much easier than getting a tooth removed.

What causes teeth to come in crooked?

That’s a great question!!!! It really depends how how much space you have in your mouth for teeth to come in. Teeth will erupt in the position that they should be as long as READ MORE
That’s a great question!!!! It really depends how how much space you have in your mouth for teeth to come in. Teeth will erupt in the position that they should be as long as there is space for the tooth. Jaw size is often determined by genetics and what you eat. I highly recommend that you read Jaws: The Story of a Hidden Epidemic.

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Can you feel a cavity under your tooth?

Large cavities are traditionally painful or at least sensitive. Unfortunately, this usually means the likelihood of you needing a root canal is much higher. It's best to get to READ MORE
Large cavities are traditionally painful or at least sensitive. Unfortunately, this usually means the likelihood of you needing a root canal is much higher. It's best to get to cavities prior to you being able to feel them.

Max Kerr, DDS

What causes dental bridges to fall out?

Possible failure of cement or tooth breakage or decay

What happens if you don't have enough bone for dental implants?

It depends. Sometimes you can get a bone graft, or you may need to have your teeth replaced by something removable like a denture.

Max Kerr, DDS

How do you use Orajel for a toothache?

Unfortunately Oragel is not effective for a tooth ache. It really only helps to numb soft tissue. You should use OTC pain meds and call a dentist.

How do dentists treat gingivitis?

With regular dental cleanings and proper homecare.

How long can I use chlorhexidine mouthwash?

No more than 2 weeks or it might stain your teeth.

Why does my gum look white after a tooth extraction?

Hard to say without seeing the case. It could be an infection, bone, or tooth. You should ask your surgeon to take a look.

What can I do about my gum pain?

Hard to say without being able to diagnose what is happening. It is important for you to go see a dentist if you are in pain. Pain=Bad

How do I relieve sinus pressure in my teeth?

Over-the-counter sinus medication should work. If you need more then you will need to get a prescription from a provider.

How many teeth can be on a bridge?

It depends but getting more than 4 teeth on a bridge becomes unpredictable.

How many implants does it take to replace all your teeth?

It varies from case to case but it can be as little as 4 per jaw to as many as 6 per jaw.

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

2 days without wear shouldn’t bother you too much. Just commit to wearing them from here on out.

What are the beginning signs of dry socket?

Pain after about 7 days post extraction

Does coconut oil kill bacteria in the mouth?

I have not seen any research to support this, but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t. It just means that there is no scientific evidence of it.