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Maha K. Kaga, D.M.D.

Dentist

Dr. Maha Kaga is a Dentist practicing in Princeton, NJ. Dr. Kaga 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.
Maha K. Kaga, D.M.D.
  • Princeton, NJ
  • Accepting new patients

What is the cause of my bad breath?

There could be many causes, for example, what medications you are taking, as some medicines have this side effect. You should see your dentist to discuss where it could be stemming READ MORE
There could be many causes, for example, what medications you are taking, as some medicines have this side effect. You should see your dentist to discuss where it could be stemming from.

What can I eat one week after wisdom tooth removal?

You will be sore at first so you will initially only be able to eat soft foods but as you feel better you can eat whatever you like just remember to rinse to keep area clean

Does gum pain mean I'm losing my teeth?

No. It may just mean you are due for a cleaning.

Can I keep my wisdom teeth?

You can keep them but make sure you can get back there to clean them

How can I protect my teeth from cavities?

Brush and floss regularly and if your super conscious you can get a paste called MI paste from your dentist. This is calcium for your teeth and will keep them stronger And fight READ MORE
Brush and floss regularly and if your super conscious you can get a paste called MI paste from your dentist. This is calcium for your teeth and will keep them stronger And fight against cavities

How long after wisdom tooth removal should I not eat?

Hello, After the extraction, you will be sore and should stay on a soft food diet for a day or two. You can eat what you are able to, but rinse with warm salt water to keep READ MORE
Hello,

After the extraction, you will be sore and should stay on a soft food diet for a day or two. You can eat what you are able to, but rinse with warm salt water to keep the extraction area clean.

How can I treat swollen gums at home?

You can use warm salt water. But the best thing is to a get a cleaning to clean areas under gum line they can also give you an antibiotic rinse to use that will help.

My dental crown came loose, what next?

Go to your dentist to have them recement it.

Do crowns on front teeth look natural?

Yes they do but you need to use the right material to match the natural teeth

The insides of my teeth are turning black. Why?

This sounds like a cavity and you should see your dentist to check it