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Dr. Mark J. Berkowitz, DDS

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Dr. Mark J. Berkowitz is a top Dentist in Morganville, New Jersey. With a passion for the field and an unwavering commitment to their specialty, Dr. Mark J. Berkowitz is an expert in changing the lives of their patients for the better. Through their designated cause and expertise in the field, Dr. Mark J. Berkowitz is a prime example of a true leader in healthcare. As a leader and expert in their field, Dr. Mark J. Berkowitz is passionate about enhancing patient quality of life. They embody the values of communication, safety, and trust when dealing directly with patients. In Morganville, New Jersey, Dr. Mark J. Berkowitz is a true asset to their field and dedicated to the profession of medicine.
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Dr. Mark J. Berkowitz, DDS
Specializes in:
  • General Dentistry
  • Morganville, New Jersey
  • New York University College of Dentistry and NMD
  • Accepting new patients

Are dental bridges removable?

Dental bridges are a permanent they usually are a group of crowns together to replace missing teeth that are permanently put in

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Dr. Mark Berkowitz

What is a healing cap on a dental implant?

The implant is like an open cylinder with a screw slot inside. Healing cap keeps the gum tissue from growing over the top of the implant for when it is utilized later on and keeps READ MORE
The implant is like an open cylinder with a screw slot inside. Healing cap keeps the gum tissue from growing over the top of the implant for when it is utilized later on and keeps anything from getting inside the implant.Shapes the gum so that looks properly when the implant is finalized.

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Dr. Mark Berkowitz

Can facial massages help ease tooth pain?

It may help some weight by bringing my blood circulation to the area. It might be better at trying some acupuncture points to give you relief or homeopathic remedies Best Regards, Dr. READ MORE
It may help some weight by bringing my blood circulation to the area. It might be better at trying some acupuncture points to give you relief or homeopathic remedies

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Dr. Mark Berkowitz

What foods can I eat after a filling?

After a composite Or white filling you can eat pretty much right away. The only issue is being numb and not biting your cheek or tongue. However if you have a amalgam filling READ MORE
After a composite Or white filling you can eat pretty much right away. The only issue is being numb and not biting your cheek or tongue. However if you have a amalgam filling or mercury filling you do have to wait at least an hour to let the material harden

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Dr. Mark Berkowitz

What is the best mouthwash to use for periodontal disease?

I like the combination of dentalcidin toothpaste and dentalcidin liposomal rinse. Together they have been shown in studies to eliminate most of the bacteria causing periodontal READ MORE
I like the combination of dentalcidin toothpaste and dentalcidin liposomal rinse. Together they have been shown in studies to eliminate most of the bacteria causing periodontal disease in a short period of time

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Dr. Mark Berkowitz

Can they put you to sleep for dental implants?

Yes, they can. The doctor has to be trained in sleep anesthesia. Most of the time that is done by oral surgeons, but there are some general dentists that have their training, too. Best READ MORE
Yes, they can. The doctor has to be trained in sleep anesthesia. Most of the time that is done by oral surgeons, but there are some general dentists that have their training, too.

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Dr. Mark Berkowitz

What should I do after dental implant surgery?

After a few days rent your mouth with some colloidal silver I like results RNA called ACS. Also immediately before and after surgery take some Arnica Montana homeopathic remedy READ MORE
After a few days rent your mouth with some colloidal silver I like results RNA called ACS. Also immediately before and after surgery take some Arnica Montana homeopathic remedy for trauma and bruising three pallets few times a day

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Dr. Mark Berkowitz

Why does my son keep getting cavities?

The obvious first thing is to check his intake of sugar and make sure that this is limited. But I find many patients brush well eat properly and still get cavities I recommend READ MORE
The obvious first thing is to check his intake of sugar and make sure that this is limited. But I find many patients brush well eat properly and still get cavities I recommend a nutritional approach taking 2000 IU of vitamin D three, 1 mg of K2 and 300 mg of magnesium I recommend remag from Dr. Carolyn Dean a liquid magnesium

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Dr. Mark Berkowitz

Does having scratch marks weaken teeth?

Scratch marks are more superficial and teeth have a sufficient amount of enamel where they should be weakened by a scratch mark

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Dr. Mark Berkowitz

Is heat good for wisdom teeth pain?

One prior compresses can’t be helpful for pain but I would also recommend rinsing with either salt or half a glass of water and peroxide

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Dr. Mark Berkowitz

How long do white fillings last?

White fillings which are called composite fillings if they’re done properly and the key is removed and they bonded properly should last for many years most well last easily 10 READ MORE
White fillings which are called composite fillings if they’re done properly and the key is removed and they bonded properly should last for many years most well last easily 10 years

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Dr. Mark Berkowitz

Do braces damage teeth?

They do not usually damage teeth however if you do not maintain the health of the teeth keeping the plaque off the teeth around the brackets they can demineralized the teeth and READ MORE
They do not usually damage teeth however if you do not maintain the health of the teeth keeping the plaque off the teeth around the brackets they can demineralized the teeth and also upon removal of the brackets it’s important that the existing binding left on the tooth be removed very carefully

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Dr. Mark Berkowitz

Do fixed retainers stop teeth from moving?

I feel they do a good job of preventing teeth from moving. I also believe you have to utilize enough teeth and have the wire bonded to all the teeth that it is running alongside. READ MORE
I feel they do a good job of preventing teeth from moving. I also believe you have to utilize enough teeth and have the wire bonded to all the teeth that it is running alongside. I also recommend getting a removable retainer clear over the fixed retainer made so that if the fixed retainer breaks you can use this until it’s repaired and your teeth don’t shift

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Dr. Mark Berkowitz

How do I keep my teeth clean with braces?

I would recommend that WaterPik water flosser you can put medicaments like a teaspoon of baking soda, capful of hydrogen peroxide and 10 drops of iodine in the solution to keep READ MORE
I would recommend that WaterPik water flosser you can put medicaments like a teaspoon of baking soda, capful of hydrogen peroxide and 10 drops of iodine in the solution to keep your gums healthy and teeth white

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Dr. Mark Berkowitz

What pain meds can I take for braces pain?

You can take traditional pain meds like aspirin Tylenol or Advil or Aleve. You can also try a homeopathic remedy called Hypericum: Place three or four pellets in a glass of water, READ MORE
You can take traditional pain meds like aspirin Tylenol or Advil or Aleve. You can also try a homeopathic remedy called Hypericum: Place three or four pellets in a glass of water, dissolve, and take a sip every 15 minutes for pain.

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Dr. Mark Berkowitz

How can I prevent tooth decay?

Follow a healthy diet my favorite one is the Mediterranean diet. Keep your sugar and carbs way down make sure you take vitamin D3 5000 IU vitamin K2 1 mg and magnesium 600 mg per READ MORE
Follow a healthy diet my favorite one is the Mediterranean diet. Keep your sugar and carbs way down make sure you take vitamin D3 5000 IU vitamin K2 1 mg and magnesium 600 mg per day. Also recommend taking Coke you 10 100 to 200 mg with food daily as far is home care I like the WaterPik using Hydrogen peroxide baking soda and I don’t and brushing with a electric toothbrush is also a good idea

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Dr. Mark Berkowitz

How long after a filling can I eat?

If it is an amalgam filling or silver filling you need to wait one hour. Any other type of restoration can be eaten on pretty much immediately but of course you want to make sure READ MORE
If it is an amalgam filling or silver filling you need to wait one hour. Any other type of restoration can be eaten on pretty much immediately but of course you want to make sure that your numbed up area is not an issue and you don’t accidentally bite your cheek or tongue or lips

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Dr. Mark Berkowitz

How do I stop getting canker sores?

First make sure you’re eating healthy not too much alcohol eating organic and hydrating. Since these are viral in nature systemic O-Zone treatments called MAH major autoheme therapy READ MORE
First make sure you’re eating healthy not too much alcohol eating organic and hydrating. Since these are viral in nature systemic O-Zone treatments called MAH major autoheme therapy would be advised by a integrative medical doctorThe stores appear when you are rundown and not eating properly and the O-Zone should help knock out the virus

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Dr. Mark Berkowitz

How to lessen a child's fear of the dentist?

I would let him watch you have your teeth cleaned and then see that it’s not a big deal you might want to follow through also I’d like to give children homeopathic remedies for READ MORE
I would let him watch you have your teeth cleaned and then see that it’s not a big deal you might want to follow through also I’d like to give children homeopathic remedies for fear of the dentist. The two remedies I like to use gelsemeum or argenticum nitricum.The first one is for fear of the dentist take three pallets the night before and three pallets one hour before appointment the second one is for anticipation anxiety and take three pallets the same way. The potentcy or )strength can be 30 C 200 C or 1M or 10M.Choose one or the other based on what you think the problem may be. I also like to use TLC and laughing gas on children as it relaxes them quite a bit

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Dr. Mark Berkowitz

Why does my tooth still hurt after my root canal?

Many times there is an infection associated with a tooth eating root canal. The body needs several days sometimes even a few weeks or months to completely heal. As long as the READ MORE
Many times there is an infection associated with a tooth eating root canal. The body needs several days sometimes even a few weeks or months to completely heal. As long as the swelling does not increase in pain does not increase it will be fine

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Dr. Mark Berkowitz