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Dr. Max Olen Kerr, DDS
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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
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How long does a root canal with a crown last?
Depends from case to case. How broken down is the underlying tooth structure? How good is the hygiene? Is the bite problematic? Is there underlying gum disease? Its really hard READ MORE
Depends from case to case. How broken down is the underlying tooth structure? How good is the hygiene? Is the bite problematic? Is there underlying gum disease? Its really hard to put a timeline on something with so many variables. Great question for the restoring dentist.
Will I get a gum graft during implant surgery?
That depends on the case. If a gum graft is needed for the implant procedure, it is likely that your dentist will communicate that with you.
Can you prevent dental implants from failing?
There are many reasons dental implants fail, whether it be bone quality, smoking, inflammation, infection, etc. The healthier the patient the better the implant outcome. Dental READ MORE
There are many reasons dental implants fail, whether it be bone quality, smoking, inflammation, infection, etc. The healthier the patient the better the implant outcome. Dental implants are highly predictable and effective, but they fail at times. Good oral hygiene, good diet, and a night guard are the best ways to reduce likelihood of failure.
Can you get a filling without an injection?
Sometimes, depends on the depth of the cavity.
Will my gums grow back after implants?
Really depends on the location of the implant, but it is difficult to regrow gum tissue.
Is bleeding after implant installation normal?
Yes, it is but it should stop over a couple of days.
Do braces cause mouth ulcers?
Yes, they can be abrasive to the soft tissues of the mouth. Dental wax should help with this.
What can I eat with inflamed gums?
Traditionally anything that is edible
Is getting Invisalign painful?
Initially you might be sore, but it is relatively painless.
How painful is a root canal without anesthesia?
Extremely . . . Hell, it even hurts with anesthesia at times.
How should I sleep after a root canal?
Should sleep normally without too much issue.
How long does it take for antibiotics to reduce swelling from a tooth infection?
If diagnosed properly and it isn't face swelling, it will usually take 2 days.
How do dentists treat pulpitis?
Irreversible pulpitis is not treatable & the tooth will need to be extracted or root canaled. Reversible pulpitis can be treated with a bite adjustment, steroids, and/or time. READ MORE
Irreversible pulpitis is not treatable & the tooth will need to be extracted or root canaled. Reversible pulpitis can be treated with a bite adjustment, steroids, and/or time.
Is it okay to use Sensodyne every day?
Yes but it looses it’s effect after awhile. It’s good to cycle it every 3-4 months.
How long after teeth extraction will I get dentures?
Depends on the dentist but it’s best to wait up to 6-12 weeks after extraction to get traditional dentures.
Can mucocele be removed by laser?
Yes, but usually they are surgically removed.
Do they give anesthesia a for permanent crown?
Traditionally local anesthesia is given for a crown. Some offices offer sedation as well.
