EXPERT
Dr. Brenda D. Berkal
Dentist
Dr. Brenda Berkal is a Dentist practicing in Derry, New Hampshire. Dr. Berkal 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. Brenda D. Berkal
- Derry, New Hampshire
- Tufts University
- Accepting new patients
No results found
What can you not eat with partials?
If these are your first partials, start with soft, easy foods that are cut into small pieces. Everyone adapts differently. The number of teeth supporting the partial also affects READ MORE
If these are your first partials, start with soft, easy foods that are cut into small pieces. Everyone adapts differently. The number of teeth supporting the partial also affects chewing ability. Know that there will be a "getting used to" period. Go back for adjustments when you need them.
How long will my dentures hurt?
Are you having any teeth extracted? If not, for any painful spots you need to have the denture adjusted. How long did it take you to adjust to your prior dentures? That can be READ MORE
Are you having any teeth extracted? If not, for any painful spots you need to have the denture adjusted. How long did it take you to adjust to your prior dentures? That can be an indication of what to expect. Everyone adapted differently.
Can dentures be permanently glued in?
No glue! Hybrid dentures CAN be screwed on to implants. Hybrid dentures do not cover as much of the gums so you can clean underneath them. Even hybrids are occasionally removed READ MORE
No glue! Hybrid dentures CAN be screwed on to implants. Hybrid dentures do not cover as much of the gums so you can clean underneath them. Even hybrids are occasionally removed by the dentist for cleaning.
Can you get dental implants if you have had dentures for years?
Your dental surgeon would take a 3D x-ray to determine how much jaw bone remains. Sometimes bone grafting can be done if there is not currently enough bone.
What can I eat with Invisalign?
As you remove the aligners trip eat, you can eat most anything. Speak to
your orthodontist or dentist.
your orthodontist or dentist.
What can I take for a root canal pain?
If you can take medication like ibuprofen (Advil), a combination of
ibuprofen plus acetaminophen (Tylenol) provides the best pain relief.
ibuprofen plus acetaminophen (Tylenol) provides the best pain relief.
Is saltwater rinse good after tooth extraction?
After the first 24 hours post-extraction, yes, rinsing with warm salt water is great. Keeping the socket gently cleaned helps healing. For the 1st 24 hours, do not rinse, just READ MORE
After the first 24 hours post-extraction, yes, rinsing with warm salt water
is great. Keeping the socket gently cleaned helps healing.
For the 1st 24 hours, do not rinse, just be gentle and let things heal.
is great. Keeping the socket gently cleaned helps healing.
For the 1st 24 hours, do not rinse, just be gentle and let things heal.
How are full dentures held in place?
Top dentures can have suction from the border of the denture sealing at the edges. As bottom dentures have to allow for the tongue, gravity holds them in.
How should you brush your teeth after a gum graft?
Ask the surgeon who placed the gum graft. Probably just rinsing with a prescription mouthwash for a few days. An extra soft brush once you are brushing.
Do braces scratch your gums?
Are you getting brackets and wires, traditional braces, or aligners? Occasionally braces scratch inside the cheeks. Rare aligners can scratch the gums.
White tongue
It would be best to see a dentist or oral surgeon. Maybe you have been hitting the edge of your tongue. It could potentially be something more concerning.
How long does the roof of your mouth take to heal after a gum graft?
Ask the surgeon if an appliance can be made to cover the roof of your mouth! As a referring dentist, my periodontist was very good to me. When I had a graft, he had a cover made READ MORE
Ask the surgeon if an appliance can be made to cover the roof of your mouth! As a referring dentist, my periodontist was very good to me. When I had a graft, he had a cover made for me. He told me that I'd want to wear it for.
Can Invisalign cause health problems?
I am personally wearing Invisalign. I have never heard of any health issues or allergies caused by them. Maintaining mouth and gum health is important.
Do braces hurt?
Most of the time your mouth should be comfortable. When the braces are adjusted or aligners are changed, there can be a little discomfort for a short time.
Can you wear dentures 24/7?
If you had teeth extracted when the dentures were placed, just taking them out to rinse them for the first week only is advised. After initial healing from any extractions, dentures READ MORE
If you had teeth extracted when the dentures were placed, just taking them out to rinse them for the first week only is advised. After initial healing from any extractions, dentures are best left out while sleeping. The gums need a chance to "breathe". If you never removed your shoes, think about how your toes might get, or don't. For the 1st week after extractions, if the dentures are left out, the gums might swell overnight. Then the dentures would not go back in in the morning.
How soon after gum graft can I exercise?
What sort of exercise? How hard will you work out? How are you feeling? I'd suggest trying a light workout and seeing how it goes. Listen to your body.
Should you keep brushing bleeding gums?
Bleeding gums are generally caused by infection. Without brushing (with a soft brush) and flossing, the infection will get worse. As there may be tartar on your teeth and roots, READ MORE
Bleeding gums are generally caused by infection. Without brushing (with a soft brush) and flossing, the infection will get worse. As there may be tartar on your teeth and roots, you should have s professional dental cleaning as well.
Will my tongue get used to Invisalign?
You should adapt. You'll know the aligners are in, but you'll manage. Why do I think so? I'm wearing aligners.
How long do stitches stay in after dental implant surgery?
Many stitches now dissolve on their own. Stitches should remain in place roughly 7 to 14 days after surgery, depending on the extent of surgery, if grafting material was placed, READ MORE
Many stitches now dissolve on their own. Stitches should remain in place roughly 7 to 14 days after surgery, depending on the extent of surgery, if grafting material was placed, and the health of your gums. Ask your surgeon. If no appointment was made to remove the stitches, they are probably going to dissolve on their own at the right time.
How soon can you eat after tooth gap bonding?
Unless your dentist gave you different information, immediately. Bonding is completely cured by the light. You may want to avoid biting on the bonded teeth, however. Cut up apples, READ MORE
Unless your dentist gave you different information, immediately. Bonding is completely cured by the light. You may want to avoid biting on the bonded teeth, however. Cut up apples, avoid corn on the cob and spareribs to preserve your bonding for a long time.
