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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

Is having a molar extraction painful?

Once they give you the local anesthetic, no extraction should be painful.

Is corrective jaw surgery worth it?

Only if you can't chew.

Can I visit a dentist during covid?

You can, but make sure that you are vaccinated first for Covid

Can your tooth hurt without a cavity?

Yes, it may be the bite that is off, and that will also give a decay free tooth pain.

Can you remove braces early?

Yes ,but the consequences of removing them early without any way to keep the teeth in position will allow for them to relapse.

Why are my teeth turning yellow with braces?

Your teeth are not turning yellow. You are just having plaque accumulating on your teeth and stains are adhering to the plaque.You need to get your teeth READ MORE
Your teeth are not turning yellow. You are just having plaque accumulating on your teeth and stains are adhering to the plaque.You need to get your teeth cleaned a little more often with braces and need to have increased home care as long as the braces are on.

Can I get an implant without a bone graft?

You can if there is enough bone to support the implant. If there is not enough bone in height, depth, and width, grafting will be necessary.

How do you prevent bone loss in gums?

Get your teeth cleaned at least twice a year and use a water pik.

What is the fastest way to stop a toothache at home?

Call your dentist for an emergency appointment

Can tooth sensitivity go away on its own?

It could but it usually has a cause and if not found, it will haunt you again.

How should I sleep with Invisalign?

You can. The longer that they stay in, the quicker the results.

What helps with pain after a teeth cleaning?

Alternate 600 mg of ibuprofen with 1000 mg of tylenol every four hours

How soon can I brush my teeth after a deep cleaning?

Most 25-year-olds don't need a deep cleaning. In any respect, you can brush normally. There is no reason to delay any brushing.

Is it better to get all wisdom teeth out at once?

Many times, all do not need to be extracted at all. Each case is different. Oral surgeons railroad patients into getting them extracted whether necessary or not because it is more READ MORE
Many times, all do not need to be extracted at all. Each case is different. Oral surgeons railroad patients into getting them extracted whether necessary or not because it is more profitable for them.

How can I stabilize a loose tooth at home?

You can't. You can wear a night guard but loose teeth come from bone loss and you can't regain bone once it is gone.