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Dr. Lawrence M. Bodenstein, DMD
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Dr. Lawrence M. Bodenstein specializes in cosmetic and family dentistry. He graduated from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine in 1986 and has since been providing patients comprehensive dental care while offering the most current treatment options available. His practice philosophy is to help patients attain beautiful smiles while maintaining optimal oral health.
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Dr. Lawrence M. Bodenstein
- Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey
- University of Pennsylvania Dental School
- Accepting new patients
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How can you tell the difference between a toothache and a sinus infection?
With thorough diagnostic test/evaluation we can sometimes differentiate. But without clinical evaluation it’s not easy to diagnose.
Can you leave Invisalign in all the time?
You should leave the trays in as much as possible. Just remove while eating and I usually also recommend while drinking hot liquids.
What is the best treatment for a gap between teeth?
Proper diagnosis, need to evaluate the teeth, the gums and supporting bone. Depending upon what is seen will determine your options.
How can I treat TMJ at home?
Treating at home can be dangerous. My advice is to see your doctor to properly diagnose your issue and discuss treatment options. At-home remedies can work, but can also make issues READ MORE
Treating at home can be dangerous. My advice is to see your doctor to properly diagnose your issue and discuss treatment options. At-home remedies can work, but can also make issues worse.
How do you stop enamel erosion?
Find the cause of the erosion first, because any treatment can eventually fail if you don’t control the causes first.
Do dentures cause dry sockets?
Dentures do not usually cause dry sockets.
What can smoking do to your teeth?
Stain, weaken the gums and supporting bone, dry your mouth, which will make you more prone to decay. Basically ruined your mouth, not even touching on the idea of smoking being READ MORE
Stain, weaken the gums and supporting bone, dry your mouth, which will make you more prone to decay. Basically ruined your mouth, not even touching on the idea of smoking being a high cause of oral cancer.
Why is my wisdom tooth turning black?
You're probably not effectively cleaning the area.
How quickly does plaque grow?
Plaque does not “grow” it builds up. It starts building up as soon as you eat. That is why brushing several time a day is important.
Do crowns hurt afterwards?
They shouldn’t but occasionally they can be but usually a simple adjustment can be done to alleviate the discomfort.
What is the best thing to eat after getting wisdom teeth out?
Your surgeon should give you suggestions, but I would stay with soft food, and not chewy food for a few days.
Which dental crown material is best?
I like Emax and Zirconia crowns for strength and esthetics. What is important is to find out what your dentist uses.
Can a dental crown be put back on?
Yes but not always.
How long does an extracted wisdom tooth take to heal?
Every extraction is different, whether the tooth is erupted, impacted, tissue or bony impaction - all of these types of extraction healing times will vary.
Is a root canal necessary before a bridge?
Not all the time, depends on the supporting teeth and the amount of decay or fillings present. Obviously it also depends on the presence of infection. So to answer no it is not READ MORE
Not all the time, depends on the supporting teeth and the amount of decay or fillings present. Obviously it also depends on the presence of infection. So to answer no it is not always necessary.
What painkillers can I take for wisdom teeth pain?
Best advice I can give you is to see a dental professional to find out what the problem is. If it’s caused by and infection you would treat it differently. Consultation and evaluation READ MORE
Best advice I can give you is to see a dental professional to find out what the problem is. If it’s caused by and infection you would treat it differently. Consultation and evaluation is what you should be doing.
What are the treatment options for mouth sores?
Treatment varies by the types and causes of the sores. Have the area evaluated by a dental professional.
Front tooth cavity
For anterior esthetics you can do bonding, laminates or crowns. Each is dependent on the amount of fillings and or tooth present.
Is tooth decay common with diabetes?
Whether diabetes or not, one's diet & home care will affect the amount of decay one will have, in addition to other factors.
Should my child have a pediatric dental consultation for fillings?
Pediatric teeth are still present until the patient is 11/12 years old. I have always done restorations on pediatric teeth unless they are ready to come out then I will either READ MORE
Pediatric teeth are still present until the patient is 11/12 years old. I have always done restorations on pediatric teeth unless they are ready to come out then I will either wait till it comes out or extract depending on the severity of the decay.
