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Dr. Abraham E. Romanowsky, DDS
- La Jolla, CA
- Universidad Nacional Autonoma De Mexico,Ciudad Universitaria, Facultad De Medicina
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Is getting a dental bridge painful?
There are several types of dental bridges, none of them are painful. Some need two appointments and require about 80 minutes to prepare and place a temporary bridge. You should READ MORE
There are several types of dental bridges, none of them are painful. Some need two appointments and require about 80 minutes to prepare and place a temporary bridge. You should talk to your dentist and have him explain everything.
Is a dental filling painful?
Today dental fillings should NOT be painful. If the cavity is deep and close to dental nerve, it should be numbed up with a local anesthetic. This is routine dental procedure that READ MORE
Today dental fillings should NOT be painful. If the cavity is deep and close to dental nerve, it should be numbed up with a local anesthetic. This is routine dental procedure that is very well accepted. Your tooth and adjacent areas are going to be without sensitivity for about three hours. No pain is associated with this procedure. You should drink lots of water after the filling as the local anesthesia is eliminated through your bladder. This will speed-up that elimination.
How long does a wisdom tooth extraction take?
It depends if it is an Upper (maxillary) or Lower (mandibular) wisdom tooth, it also depends on the position of the wisdom tooth. If you go to a Dental Surgeon who does wisdom READ MORE
It depends if it is an Upper (maxillary) or Lower (mandibular) wisdom tooth, it also depends on the position of the wisdom tooth. If you go to a Dental Surgeon who does wisdom teeth extractions routinely, it will take 15-30 minutes. A general dentist could take 45-90 minutes.
Is it okay to sleep with my dentures?
There is No problem sleeping with Partial bridges or dentures as long as you brush and clean both your own teeth and the partial meticulously. Make sure the partial is not lose READ MORE
There is No problem sleeping with Partial bridges or dentures as long as you brush and clean both your own teeth and the partial meticulously.
Make sure the partial is not lose or high when you chew
Make sure the partial is not lose or high when you chew
What is the downside of dental implants?
it is important to evaluate and plan properly. You MUST have enough bone to support the implant. You MUST have enough space to replace the missing tooth, and the opposing teeth READ MORE
it is important to evaluate and plan properly. You MUST have enough bone to support the implant. You MUST have enough space to replace the missing tooth, and the opposing teeth tend to over erupt if you waited to replace a missing one. Go to a qualified Dentist !! He will answer all other questions.
Your gums and periodontal tissue has to be healthy.
Your gums and periodontal tissue has to be healthy.
Would I need to replace dental implants over time?
Most dental implants last a long time. Mandibular (lower jaw) implants tend to be more successful. Over 90% successful and last 15 or more years. Maxillary implants are successful READ MORE
Most dental implants last a long time. Mandibular (lower jaw) implants tend to be more successful. Over 90% successful and last 15 or more years. Maxillary implants are successful about 75% of the time and last 10 or more yrs. You MUST keep the area clean FLOSS+++ and have the area checked by your dentist every 3-6 months. Make sure the tooth does NOT feel high.
How do dental inlays differ from crowns?
Inlays are smaller intra-dental restorations. They can replace several surfaces, you can retain most of the tooth structure and only replace the decayed, fractured or missing part READ MORE
Inlays are smaller intra-dental restorations. They can replace several surfaces, you can retain most of the tooth structure and only replace the decayed, fractured or missing part of the enamel and dentine. A crown will cover and replace all or most of the enamel. Sometimes a crown is needed when teeth are weak or when patients have a very high decay index.
Is it painful to have a crown put on your tooth?
Most times it is NOT painful to cement a crown. You do have to prepare the tooth needing a crown and to do it properly, local anesthesia (novocaine or such) can be used. Just like READ MORE
Most times it is NOT painful to cement a crown. You do have to prepare the tooth needing a crown and to do it properly, local anesthesia (novocaine or such) can be used. Just like when you need a filling. The procedure to cement the crown often can be done painlessly if a proper temporary crown was placed.
What are the side effects of dental crowns?
There are NO side effects to properly completed dental crowns. You do have to keep them clean and floss every day. Crowns are not like replacement parts in your car's engine, they READ MORE
There are NO side effects to properly completed dental crowns. You do have to keep them clean and floss every day. Crowns are not like replacement parts in your car's engine, they are man made replacements for G-ds made crowns.
Crowns can be made out of porcelain, gold, zirconia, etc. Stay away from certain alloys as some people are sensitive or allergic.
Crowns can be made out of porcelain, gold, zirconia, etc. Stay away from certain alloys as some people are sensitive or allergic.
Which is better, bridge or implant?
Every patient is different. If you have enough supporting bone and enough space for an implant and a crown, I would prefer an implant. The reason is with an implant you can floss READ MORE
Every patient is different. If you have enough supporting bone and enough space for an implant and a crown, I would prefer an implant. The reason is with an implant you can floss in between your teeth and the adjacent teeth do not have to be prepared. Having said that, if your adjacent teeth have large fillings or faulty restorations it maybe a good idea to make a bridge and correct all.
Are dental implants safe over time?
Dental implants have been extremely safe. In the mandible (lower jaw), they have over 90% success rate. In the maxilla 80% to 85%. Having said that, the most important factors READ MORE
Dental implants have been extremely safe. In the mandible (lower jaw), they have over 90% success rate. In the maxilla 80% to 85%. Having said that, the most important factors remain good diagnosis and capable surgeon that knows to select the best site, avoid problems by using the correct techniques and instructing the patient how to keep the implant and implant crown clean and in correct occlusion.
The crown over my molar cracked. What should I do?
Go back to your dentist at once. Make sure the "bite" is correct and the preparation of the tooth was done properly.
What causes mouth lesions and how are they treated?
Multiple factors are responsible for lesions in the oral cavity. Trauma due to impact, several systemic diseases can cause one or more lesions. Fever, anxiety, and constant irritation READ MORE
Multiple factors are responsible for lesions in the oral cavity. Trauma due to impact, several systemic diseases can cause one or more lesions. Fever, anxiety, and constant irritation can be the culprit. Some lesions are benign, and many are malignant. To make sure, a biopsy is mandatory to rule out cancer. A good diagnosis is key to prescribe the right treatment.
What is the procedure for restoring a missing tooth?
Each case is different. In general, you can replace a tooth with an implant and after the implant is solid, you use an implant crown. (The implant is like a dentist made root.) READ MORE
Each case is different. In general, you can replace a tooth with an implant and after the implant is solid, you use an implant crown. (The implant is like a dentist made root.) You can opt for a fixed bridge when you have two strong teeth in either side of the missing tooth.
Can a crown last a long time?
Crowns when done properly and when the patient follows dentist instruction can last over 10 years. I have many patients with crowns done over 30 years and they look as good as READ MORE
Crowns when done properly and when the patient follows dentist instruction can last over 10 years. I have many patients with crowns done over 30 years and they look as good as the day they were placed.
Make sure the bite is not overloaded in a new crown, flossing and correct brushing is a MUST.
Make sure the bite is not overloaded in a new crown, flossing and correct brushing is a MUST.
Why does my tooth hurt after a crown?
Sometimes there is sensitivity for several days. Go back to your dentist and pay attention when it feels pain. Is it with pressure? With cold or hot? Is it more sensitive at night? READ MORE
Sometimes there is sensitivity for several days. Go back to your dentist and pay attention when it feels pain. Is it with pressure? With cold or hot? Is it more sensitive at night? Relate your findings to your dentist.
How long do veneers last?
Veneers are NOT something that most people should make a final judgement. Your dentist will tell you if it is the correct approach to better your teeth. When done properly, veneers READ MORE
Veneers are NOT something that most people should make a final judgement. Your dentist will tell you if it is the correct approach to better your teeth. When done properly, veneers last over ten years. I have done many hundreds that are 25 years and more.
How do dental onlays differ from crowns?
Onlays are "partial" crowns where one or two surfaces of your own tooth are strong enough and almost intact. Your dentist made the correct call by preserving intact areas of your READ MORE
Onlays are "partial" crowns where one or two surfaces of your own tooth are strong enough and almost intact. Your dentist made the correct call by preserving intact areas of your tooth and replacing only weak or decayed areas.
I don’t like the shape of my mouth. Can it be corrected?
This is not an easy procedure. Your dentist most evaluate what is causing the problem. Sometimes orthodontics is indicated, by moving your teeth so they are placed in a proper READ MORE
This is not an easy procedure. Your dentist most evaluate what is causing the problem. Sometimes orthodontics is indicated, by moving your teeth so they are placed in a proper arrangement. Other times surgery is the only solution.
How long is a crown supposed to last?
Go back to your dentist. A crown should not feel like that. Crowns can last over ten years.
