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Michael Stern

Dentist

Dr. Michael Stern is a Dentist practicing in Willoughby Hills, OH. 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 Stern
  • Willoughby Hills, OH
  • Accepting new patients

How do you get rid of tooth nerve pain fast?

No easy solution here.......either have the tooth treated with root canal therapy, which would remove the offending nerve, but allow you to keep the tooth, or have the offending READ MORE
No easy solution here.......either have the tooth treated with root canal therapy, which would remove the offending nerve, but allow you to keep the tooth, or have the offending tooth removed. Sorry, but without doing an exam and running some tests hands-on, this is the best answer I can give at this time.

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What helps swollen gums after tooth extraction?

Swelling after tooth removal is to be expected. But most swelling should be gone within a week. If swelling persists, please update your dental professional, because prolonged READ MORE
Swelling after tooth removal is to be expected. But most swelling should be gone within a week. If swelling persists, please update your dental professional, because prolonged swelling could indicate infection.
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How do you close a gap in your teeth without orthodontics?

There is a night retainer system called Orthotain that is only worn at night that might work. Otherwise, you might need to consider crowns or veneers, depending on where the gap READ MORE
There is a night retainer system called Orthotain that is only worn at night that might work. Otherwise, you might need to consider crowns or veneers, depending on where the gap is.
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How long do teeth hurt after scaling?

There can be discomfort after scaling. There are many OTC options to control the discomfort. Severe pain for days following the procedure is not common, and could indicate a READ MORE
There can be discomfort after scaling. There are many OTC options to control the discomfort. Severe pain for days following the procedure is not common, and could indicate a problem.

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What should I eat after scaling and root planing?

Have a soft diet and stay away from that side for the amount of time recommended by your practitioner. This will allow time for the soft tissues to hopefully reattach to bone READ MORE
Have a soft diet and stay away from that side for the amount of time recommended by your practitioner. This will allow time for the soft tissues to hopefully reattach to bone and gum and begin the healing process.

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