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Dr. Howard Andrew Katz, D.D.S.
Dentist
Dr. Howard Katz is a Dentist practicing in Pasadena, MD. Dr. Katz 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.
44 years
Experience
Dr. Howard Andrew Katz, D.D.S.
- Pasadena, MD
- Howard University College of Dentistry
- Accepting new patients
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I just got a crown fit on my teeth but it hurts a lot. Does it require re-treatment?
It most likely needs to be adjusted. Many dentists place crowns without bothering to check the bite carefully. You should return to your dentist and make READ MORE
It most likely needs to be adjusted. Many dentists place crowns without bothering to check the bite carefully. You should return to your dentist and make sure that your crown and bite feels perfect before leaving the office.
How can flossing help in maintaining the health of teeth and gums?
Flossing should be done at least once or twice a day. Your toothbrush cannot remove the material in the contact area between the teeth. Only floss can break READ MORE
Flossing should be done at least once or twice a day. Your toothbrush cannot remove the material in the contact area between the teeth. Only floss can break up the bacteria that form there. Brushing cannot reach these areas and that is why floss is important. It can go a long way to stop inter proximal decay.
What is the best way to treat dental plaque?
The hard material that forms on your teeth is called calculus. It can only be removed professionally at a dental office. This material cannot be flossed or brushed off. Once it READ MORE
The hard material that forms on your teeth is called calculus. It can only be removed professionally at a dental office. This material cannot be flossed or brushed off. Once it is removed, brushing and flossing help maintain the health of the gums. You should then have your teeth cleaned at a dental office twice a year. Prolonged time spans between cleaning can lead to gingivitis and periodontal disease, which later leads to tooth loss.
Rash in the mouth
That area needs to be biopsied at an oral surgeon's office at once. The appearance of this area has a high tendency to be a cancerous lesion. Do not delay getting this area evaluated READ MORE
That area needs to be biopsied at an oral surgeon's office at once. The appearance of this area has a high tendency to be a cancerous lesion. Do not delay getting this area evaluated with a biopsy ASAP.
Can using mouthwash frequently negatively impact the health of my teeth?
Mouthwashes are generally useless and a waste of money. Many contain alcohol, which is not good for the oral mucosa. If your breath is bad, it most likely means that you may be READ MORE
Mouthwashes are generally useless and a waste of money. Many contain alcohol, which is not good for the oral mucosa. If your breath is bad, it most likely means that you may be overdue for a cleaning.
My mother lost all of her teeth. What can be done?
Since humans are not able to grow another set of permanent teeth,there are no other options but dentures or implant supported bridgework. Dentures would READ MORE
Since humans are not able to grow another set of permanent teeth,there are no other options but dentures or implant supported bridgework. Dentures would run about $300 to $4000 and implant supported bridgework for the whole mouth would run about $40,000
How many times should I floss?
Flossing twice a day is fine. Most of the population does not floss at all. If you can get floss between your teeth once a day, you are doing more for your dental health than most READ MORE
Flossing twice a day is fine. Most of the population does not floss at all. If you can get floss between your teeth once a day, you are doing more for your dental health than most of the population. Flossing twice a day or even three times a day will not harm your teeth.
Is chewing gum often bad for your teeth?
Chewing sugar free gum will not hurt your teeth.
Do root canals happen more often as you age?
Not necessarily. There are many factors like susceptibility to decay,erosion, lack of hygiene, and oral habits that all play a role.
Does switching toothpaste matter?
It makes no difference which toothpaste that you use. The important thing is getting the brush in your mouth.
Why does my breath stink?
It could be. The big question is when was the last time that you had your teeth cleaned. Gum problems are responsible for 95% of bad breath cases.
What is gingivitis and its risk factors?
Brushing your teeth twice daily, using dental floss, and seeing your dentist every six months in most cases will prevent gingivitis. Some gingivitis can be caused by medications, READ MORE
Brushing your teeth twice daily, using dental floss, and seeing your dentist every six months in most cases will prevent gingivitis. Some gingivitis can be caused by medications, but these cases are not as common. Salt water mouth rinses and hydrogen peroxide diluted 1:1 as a rinse are good for inflamed gums. Other store bought mouthwashes are overrated and essentially useless. Gingivitis is first noted by puffy, bleeding gums, gums that bleed when you brush and sometimes a bad taste in your mouth.
Do I have to be numb?
Pain is a relative thing. The deeper the filling, the closer to the nerve, the more likely that there will be discomfort. Everyone is different. Some don't, mind most do. It also READ MORE
Pain is a relative thing. The deeper the filling, the closer to the nerve, the more likely that there will be discomfort. Everyone is different. Some don't, mind most do. It also has something to do with the skill and touch of the dentist. A good dentist can also administer a painless local anesthetic that won't hurt and assure no pain in the entire process.
How effective is clove oil to reduce tooth pain?
Clove oil can temporarily ease the pain of a toothache, but if you have swelling, you have an infected tooth that needs treatment. Constant pain in a tooth indicates that you need READ MORE
Clove oil can temporarily ease the pain of a toothache, but if you have swelling, you have an infected tooth that needs treatment. Constant pain in a tooth indicates that you need to get to a dentist ASAP. With dentistry, it only gets worse and it always gets more expensive the longer that you wait.
How often to use mouth wash?
Mouthwashes are essentially useless and a waste of money. Using a Fluoride toothpaste and avoiding cola drinks are the most important things to do as well READ MORE
Mouthwashes are essentially useless and a waste of money. Using a Fluoride toothpaste and avoiding cola drinks are the most important things to do as well as having your teeth cleaned twice a year. Save your money.
Do dentists offer services to the uninsured?
Absolutely. Dentists are not restricted to treating insured patients. Dentists can treat anyone that needs treatment. Some have payment plans, but you may find that basic services READ MORE
Absolutely. Dentists are not restricted to treating insured patients. Dentists can treat anyone that needs treatment. Some have payment plans, but you may find that basic services are really not expensive.
How to get rid of mouth ulcers
these sores are common. They are called apthous ulcers and are self limiting. Kenalog in orabase is a prescription item that can be used to stop the pain and aid healing
Are these crackling sounds in my ear from TMJ?
Clicking or cracking without pain is the sound of the articular disc that is moving across the TM joint. It is related to Temporomandibular joint dysfunction READ MORE
Clicking or cracking without pain is the sound of the articular disc that is moving across the TM joint. It is related to Temporomandibular joint dysfunction but does not require treatment.The sound is the disc snapping forward but a little too late in the opening process.
Wisdom teeth removal
It really depends on the skill and the experience of who is doing the surgery. More complicated surgeries are done by oral surgeons because their training is more extensive in READ MORE
It really depends on the skill and the experience of who is doing the surgery. More complicated surgeries are done by oral surgeons because their training is more extensive in this area.
