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Shawn Cohen

Dentist

Dr. Shawn Cohen is a Dentist practicing in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Cohen 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.
Shawn Cohen
  • Brooklyn, New York
  • New York University
  • Accepting new patients

How do I stop getting canker sores?

Limit spicy and acidic foods.

Can an infected root canal tooth be saved?

Yes. With successful root canal therapy

Will I have to floss my dentures?

No. You should brush your denture inside/outside with tooth brush and toothpaste, soak it overnight in water or water and denture cleaner tablet sold in pharmacies.

Why are toothaches worst at night?

Toothaches when laying flat is strong indicative of pulpitis or pulpal necrosis. You may require root canal therapy.

Why does only one tooth area bleed when I floss?

It could be you have a localized periodontal issue there or have a calculus. Have the area examined.

My daughter has a cut inside of her mouth from falling. How can I rule out any infection?

Your daughter should be examined by a Dentist or a Surgeon ASAP to rule out any trauma to teeth or jaw bone, as well as to evaluate the soft tissue cuts and bruises.