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Dr. Robert Gittelman, DDS
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Dr. Robert Gittelman is a Dentist practicing in Marietta, GA. Dr. Gittelman 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. Robert Gittelman, DDS
- Marietta, GA
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Do root canals cause health problems?
It is more that not treating a tooth that needs a root canal can cause problems. Especially if the is an abscess..
Is it normal to have pain after a dental implant?
Not totally unusual, but you should have a post-op check with your dentist
What painkillers can I take for tooth pain?
Four Advil is a prescription level dose, then two tylenol two hours later, and alternating these is about the best you can do if you can take these meds.
How many times a day should I floss my teeth?
At least once a day!
How long do you wait to have coffee after a tooth is extracted?
It may depend on the surgery. You would probably want to wait 24 hrs
What are the treatment options for an infected tooth?
The infection needs to be treated. If there is adequate tooth structure remaining, root canal therapy is a common solution. The only other option would be an extraction.
Can I drink coffee after oral surgery?
Coffee is usually not an issue, but they will give you post-op instructions. Soda and alcohol are not recommended.
Signs of an infected wisdom tooth?
Mainly discomfort to touch in the area, redness or swelling
What caused my TMJ?
TMJ is a very vague description. There are many issues that can occur with your joint. If you are speaking about grinding or clenching that is a neurological response which is READ MORE
TMJ is a very vague description. There are many issues that can occur with your joint. If you are speaking about grinding or clenching that is a neurological response which is often aggravated by stress or events in your life which cannot be controlled. Other times problems with you or joint are we related structurally is everybody is designed a little differently. Most often these type of problems can be managed with medication or an appliance
Can cavities spread from tooth to tooth?
It is not uncommon that if you have a cavity in between the teeth that after a period of time you may find it on the tooth right next to it in between the teeth if not kept clean. READ MORE
It is not uncommon that if you have a cavity in between the teeth that after a period of time you may find it on the tooth right next to it in between the teeth if not kept clean.
Can swallowing disrupt the blood clot?
Something normal like that will not. It is usually a sucking motion (straw), or smoking or alcohol that will disturb a clot.
What is the best painkiller for toothache?
One of the easiest combinations to try is 800mg of ibuprofen followed in two hours by 1000mg of Tylenol and then ibuprofen again after another two hours. That is providing you READ MORE
One of the easiest combinations to try is 800mg of ibuprofen followed in two hours by 1000mg of Tylenol and then ibuprofen again after another two hours. That is providing you are not allergic or have issues with either of these medications. It would be best to see your dentist. Often, it is an infection which is causing the pain and unless this is brought under control pain relievers will be of little help.
Why is my toothache worse at night?
It has to do with a change in biorhythms. You are lying down at night and how your body functions changes bringing more attention to your tooth.
How do they detect gingivitis?
No tests are needed. If your gums tend to bleed when you brush or floss, this is a good indication. Your toothbrush may just be slightly red from bleeding gums.
How long does it take for teeth to move with braces?
That depends on the movement. Anywhere from 8 months to 2 years is very common.
Is maxillofacial surgery used to treat jaw diseases?
Depends on the disease - the answer would be yes.
Is it painful to get a dental bridge?
In any procedure like that, you will have local anesthetic for the procedure and then a temporary bridge will be placed while the lab fabricates your final bridge. You should be READ MORE
In any procedure like that, you will have local anesthetic for the procedure and then a temporary bridge will be placed while the lab fabricates your final bridge. You should be comfortable for the entire procedure.
How painful is a dental implant?
Dental implants are a very common procedure. Many are done just under local anesthetic. Like many things it is the idea of the procedure that is worse than the procedure itself. READ MORE
Dental implants are a very common procedure. Many are done just under local anesthetic. Like many things it is the idea of the procedure that is worse than the procedure itself. Of course, you will be sore, but the discomfort is usually minimal.
Bleeding 2 days after tooth extraction. Is it ok?
Depends on how much it is bleeding. It may have a tendency to ooze a bit for several days and it always seems worse when mixed with saliva.
Can I experience pain after a tooth extraction?
It is very normal to experience some soreness or degree of pain after an extraction. The amount of discomfort very often depends on the complexity of the extraction, s well as READ MORE
It is very normal to experience some soreness or degree of pain after an extraction. The amount of discomfort very often depends on the complexity of the extraction, s well as your personal pain threshold.
