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Dr. John Heimke, DMD

Dentist

Dr. John Heimke is a Dentist practicing in Sandusky, OH. Dr. Heimke 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. John Heimke, DMD
  • Sandusky, OH
  • Accepting new patients

When is a root canal recommended?

Abscess, cracked tooth, large cavity to nerve, and/or significant sensitivity.

My son grinds his teeth. What can you do to help him?

If he is young, still has primary or "baby teeth," it's very common and the teeth may wear. Usually, when the adult teeth come in, this stops most often. If he only has adult teeth, READ MORE
If he is young, still has primary or "baby teeth," it's very common and the teeth may wear. Usually, when the adult teeth come in, this stops most often. If he only has adult teeth, a night guard may be recommended.

Can eating ice harm my teeth?

Ice chewing puts tremendous stress on the teeth. I would avoid this behavior. If not a chance of tooth fracture, sensitivity and possible root canal or tooth loss is probable.

My mother lost all of her teeth. What can be done?

May want to consider Full Arch Implants, and a screw retained bridge that stays in. Probably the best and ideal treatment. I would suggest a consult.

How many times should I floss?

Daily would be great. It's a learned habit, you will benefit. Use a gentle touch.

Good Luck

I underwent a root canal treatment and it is paining again. What could be the reason?

Hi It could be a cracked tooth, that would mean extraction probably and an implant to solve the problem. Or it could be a missed root canal and need re-treatment or its just not READ MORE
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It could be a cracked tooth, that would mean extraction probably and an implant to solve the problem. Or it could be a missed root canal and need re-treatment or its just not healing and extraction best.

How can I reverse yellowing of my teeth?

Probably not, teeth darken as we age. Consider tooth leaching or even better Porcelain Veneers.