Dr. Robert Edward Caldwell D.D.S.
Dentist | General Practice
8232 Us Highway 51 N Millington TN, 38053About
Dr. Robert Caldwell is a Dentist practicing in Millington, TN. Dr. Caldwell specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases and conditions associated with the mouth and overall dental health. Dr. Caldwell is trained to carry out such treatment as professional cleaning, restorative, prosthodontic, and endodontic procedures, and performing examinations, among many others. Dr. Caldwell emphasizes full mouth rehabilitation to best improve overall health. Dr. Caldwell has advanced skills in surgery and cosmetic procedures. With over forty years of treating patients, Dr. Caldwell is in excellent health and physical condition. He enjoys the confidence of knowing what is the best treatment options possible and his abilities to accomplish them.
Education and Training
University of Tennessee College of Dentistry D.D.S. 1976
Provider Details
Dr. Robert Edward Caldwell D.D.S.'s Expert Contributions
How much denture adhesive should I use?
Enough to keep your denture in place. READ MORE
How long is the dental implant process?
This question can only be answered by the dentist doing the implant procedure. It varies with each case. The position in the jaw, the type of bone, the type of implant, the physical evaluation of the patient, etc., determine the answer. READ MORE
Should an abscessed tooth be pulled?
It is impossible to say without a dental examination. There are many factors that need to be considered that can only be determined by visiting a dentist. In general, the significance of the tooth in the patient's dentition has to be considered first. The second priority is what modality of operations can adequately control and eliminate the infection. If the tooth is important in function and can be restored to health, say with a root canal procedure and a crown, then usually this is recommended. READ MORE
Will hydrogen peroxide kill gingivitis?
No. READ MORE
Can Listerine kill gingivitis?
No. READ MORE
Will I lose my teeth if I have periodontal disease?
Yes is the quick answer. However, this assumes you will do nothing about it. Depending on the diagnosis, cause and treatment it could be possible to save your teeth but you have to go to a dentist that is qualified in those things. READ MORE
How can I remove tartar from my teeth without going to the dentist?
You can't. READ MORE
Are home plaque removers safe?
The issue is not safety. They would not be available if they were unsafe. The issue is the only really effective plaque remover is your toothbrush. READ MORE
Do you oil pull before or after brushing?
If you did a truck pull it would be just as beneficial. READ MORE
Does coconut oil kill oral bacteria?
No real benefit from coconut oil. READ MORE
How do you remove a failed dental implant?
It depends on the situation but generally similar to removing a tooth. READ MORE
What is the best mouthwash to use for periodontal disease?
No mouthwash is going to solve the problem of periodontal disease. You need the prescribed treatment from a qualified dentist or periodontist to properly treat and solve the disease process. READ MORE
How long after jaw surgery can you open your mouth?
That is dependent on the type of surgery and the goal of the surgery. For many re-positioning surgeries a minimum of six weeks of inter-arch stabilization is required for initial healing. The Oral Surgeon can answer any and all questions pertaining to an individual surgery. READ MORE
What can dentists do for enamel loss?
That is dependent on the cause. This requires a dental exam to answer. READ MORE
Can a crown be replaced with another crown?
Yes. READ MORE
How strong is a permanent crown?
If it is made with the new Zirconia materials, it is stronger than tooth tissue. READ MORE
Is a tooth infection an emergency?
It's not that simple. It depends on the diagnosis by a dentist. Go to a dentist. READ MORE
What vitamins strengthen teeth?
The same ones that "strengthen" the rest of the body. No vitamin is specific for teeth. READ MORE
Should a crown go to the gum line?
Not necessarily. It depends on several factors for the specific tooth. If you have a crown that does not meet your expectations, just ask your dentist to explain the situation. Perhaps a correction would be in order. READ MORE
Can Invisalign damage teeth?
In the realm of possibilities, any appliance used incorrectly could cause problems. However, it would be extremely unlikely that an Invisalign appliance could cause unknown or unchecked damage of any type. READ MORE
Awards
- Top Dentists in Memphis TN area 2017 Americas Top Docs
- Top Dentists in Memphis area. 2019 Top Docs
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