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Dr. Brenda D. Berkal
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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
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How do you make your teeth stop hurting after eating sweets?
If sweets make teeth hurt, there is probably decay. See a dentist for needed fillings.
Can I use a normal toothbrush for braces?
A normal toothbrush with soft bristles is fine. Ask your orthodontist or dentist to help you find tools to clean in between your teeth.
Can composite bonding fill gaps?
Depending on how big the spaces are, bonding may be a solution. Bonding does NOT last as long as porcelain. It is much less expensive in the short term.
Early removal of lower arc brace?
Brackets can NOT be given to another person. Treating only one arch will not end up with top and bottom teeth that are aligned. You might NOT be able to chew! Speak to your orthodontist. READ MORE
Brackets can NOT be given to another person. Treating only one arch will not end up with top and bottom teeth that are aligned. You might NOT be able to chew! Speak to your orthodontist.
What antibiotic is good for gingivitis?
Physically having the plaque and tartar removed is much more effective than any antibiotic.
Is swelling normal after getting wisdom teeth out?
Depending on the shape of the roots and how difficult the extraction was, some swelling is fairly common. It should start improving within a few days. Pain or swelling should not READ MORE
Depending on the shape of the roots and how difficult the extraction was, some swelling is fairly common. It should start improving within a few days. Pain or swelling should not continue getting worse after a few days.
What to do if your tooth is loose and it hurts?
Yes, see a dentist
When is the right time to get dentures?
When you absolutely need them and have no other option. Dentures do not work as well as healthy natural teeth. When the roots are no longer present in the jaw, the bone starts
shrinking. READ MORE
When you absolutely need them and have no other option. Dentures do not work as well as healthy natural teeth. When the roots are no longer present in the jaw, the bone starts
shrinking. It continues shrinking for life. If some teeth, particularly bottom teeth, can be saved, KEEP THEM.
shrinking. It continues shrinking for life. If some teeth, particularly bottom teeth, can be saved, KEEP THEM.
What is this? Should I be worried?
See a physician to be sure
Mouth waters and feel nauseous?
See your PCP or see how you feel after a few days with no supplements
Why is my tooth sensitive to cold after a crown?
Any treatment to a tooth can leave it slightly sensitive for a short time. (Maybe it doesn't feel so short while you are enduring the sensitivity.) If the crown is in the way of READ MORE
Any treatment to a tooth can leave it slightly sensitive for a short time. (Maybe it doesn't feel so short while you are enduring the sensitivity.) If the crown is in the way of your bite, that can cause it to be cold sensitive. Ask your dentist to double check the "occlusion" or bite.
What happens if you don't floss often?
Basically, you very gum disease. A lot of bacteria hides between the back teeth.
Will my teeth be yellow after braces?
If you thoroughly clean your teeth daily, and see your dentist for professional cleanings at the recommended schedule, your teeth will not discolor.
How do you treat a pit and fissure cavity?
Decay needs to be removed. That can be done with a "drill," a laser, or a Tony "sand blaster." Numbing may be recommended.
I had a recent extraction procedure but there are fragments still in the x-ray?
It is fairly common to have sequestra, little pieces of bone that work their way out of the bone after an extraction.
What causes dry mouth?
I would recommend speaking to your PCP or to an Oral Medicine specialist. Many medications can cause dry mouth. There is an autoimmune condition (Sjogren's syndrome) that can cause READ MORE
I would recommend speaking to your PCP or to an Oral Medicine specialist. Many medications can cause dry mouth. There is an autoimmune condition (Sjogren's syndrome) that can cause dry mouth. Yes, dry mouth can make decay much more likely. Sipping water frequently throughout the day may be helpful. There are rinses and sprays meant for dry mouth. Especially for overnight, Xylimelts are helpful for many people.
Is jaw surgery necessary for a crossbite?
That depends on the extent of cross bite and the age of the patient. Talk with an orthodontist.
Does gingivitis go away?
With professional dental cleanings and thorough daily brushing and flossing, gingivitis can generally be controlled or reversed. If the infection has progressed to the stage with READ MORE
With professional dental cleanings and thorough daily brushing and flossing, gingivitis can generally be controlled or reversed. If the infection has progressed to the stage with bone loss, or periodontitis, it can be managed, but never reversed or cured.
Are wisdom tooth abscesses very painful?
Typically, straw use should be avoided *after* an extraction. Suction can remove the clot (or scab) from the socket where the root had been. That condition is known as "dry socket" READ MORE
Typically, straw use should be avoided *after* an extraction. Suction can remove the clot (or scab) from the socket where the root had been. That condition is known as "dry socket" and is typically extremely painful. Placement of the correct medication by a dentist in the socket provides almost immediate relief. Any teeth, including wisdom teeth, can get an abscess of the nerve or of the gum around the tooth. No abscess feels good.
Can a gap in front teeth be fixed?
As long as the gums are healthy. Yes! Your dentist can help determine if braces, bonding, crowns, or veneers are your best option.
