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Dr. Nubia Fuentes

Dentist

Dr. Nubia Fuentes is a Dentist practicing in Aurora, Illinois. Dr. Fuentes 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. Nubia Fuentes
  • Aurora, Illinois
  • Universidad Nacional de Colombia
  • Accepting new patients

Is tooth extraction safe for people with diabetes?

He needs to take his medicines, check his blood sugar in the morning before the surgery, and let his dentist know those numbers. Because of his diabetic condition, he could bleed READ MORE
He needs to take his medicines, check his blood sugar in the morning before the surgery, and let his dentist know those numbers. Because of his diabetic condition, he could bleed a little more, but usually is safe to have tooth extractions.

Will I have to be on a liquid diet post my oral surgery?

Usually you can be in a soft diet, advice your surgeon of your condition, drink plenty of liquids before the surgery and take your diabetes medicines, also you can keep some gatorade READ MORE
Usually you can be in a soft diet, advice your surgeon of your condition, drink plenty of liquids before the surgery and take your diabetes medicines, also you can keep some gatorade with you all the time

Is an electric toothbrush good for your teeth?

In my practice, I have seen very good results in patients who use the sonic toothbrush. There're different brands and all are good, they clean better than regular toothbrushes, READ MORE
In my practice, I have seen very good results in patients who use the sonic toothbrush. There're different brands and all are good, they clean better than regular toothbrushes, and your gums will be healthier.