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Michael D. Stern
Dentist
Dr. Michael Stern is a Dentist practicing in Willoughby Hills, Ohio. Dr. Stern 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.
Michael D. Stern
- Willoughby Hills, OH
- DDS at Ohio State University
- Accepting new patients
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Do they put you to sleep for a dental bone graft?
Optional but generally not needed.
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Is lemon water bad for your teeth?
Yes. The citric acid dissolves tooth structure
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What is the strongest crown for teeth?
Either all gold if a back tooth or else ask for the nonmetal brand Bruxzir.
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Is brushing your teeth 3 times a day bad?
No, unless you use an overly abrasive toothpaste.
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Why was I prescribed antibiotics after extraction?
Doctors discretion perhaps he/she found evidence of infection around the root. Or it may be that some bone was removed/altered during surgery so the Rx would assure complication-free READ MORE
Doctors discretion perhaps he/she found evidence of infection around the root. Or it may be that some bone was removed/altered during surgery so the Rx would assure complication-free healing. Ask your dentist!
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How long does the hole take to close after tooth extraction?
One to 3 months.
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Does my son need antibiotics after extraction?
If there was no infection present, no antibiotics would be needed.
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Why do I have sensitivity in all my lower teeth?
Could be from grinding your teeth at night. Or from root exposure.
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Do I need braces to get rid of the gap in my teeth?
Invisalign, Clear Correct, or a plastic and wire retainer are all options.
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What can be done for chipped tooth?
Depending on how bad it’s chipped, try dental bonding or just a large composite filling.
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How long will a teeth whitening treatment last?
Could last a few months but touch-up treatments will prolong the results.
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I have a pain coming from my back tooth. What should I do?
See a dental professional. There is either a problem with the nerve of the tooth or, even worse, the tooth could be fracturing and could be lost.
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Are raisins good for your teeth?
I strongly disagree. Raisins are concentrated sticky sugar with little nutrition. But fresh grapes are terrific.
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Do dental whitening toothpastes contain bleach?
The whitening agent is usually a peroxide. It should be safe for daily use. But, in Canada, over-the-counter peroxide products are generally not sold.
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My dental filling keeps coming out. What should I do?
Time to try a different dentist!
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How long will I have to wait for my next session after first round of root canal?
It's up to the doctor. It will be longer if an infection was present.
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Is teething delay in children normal?
I have seen as much as a two-year delay with no problems, but if concerned, please consult a dental professional.
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Can you suggest some way to reduce sensitivity?
Use a desensitizing toothpaste like Sensodyne. Or have your dentist write you a prescription for Prevident, a strong fluoride toothpaste that should decrease sensitivity in a few READ MORE
Use a desensitizing toothpaste like Sensodyne. Or have your dentist write you a prescription for Prevident, a strong fluoride toothpaste that should decrease sensitivity in a few months. Of course, this assumes nothing wrong dentally in that area.
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My nephew has one tooth erupting and he is just 1 month old. Is it normal?
It happens. If it is loose get a dental evaluation from a pediatric dentist.
I had a root canal and the area still hurts. Is something wrong?
Could be infection or an extra root that escaped treatment. Revisit your dentist quickly.
