Dr. Philip R. Harper, DMD, FAGD, FDOCS, FICOI
Dentist
3550 Washington Parkway Idaho Falls Idaho, 83404About
Dr. Philip Harper is a Dentist practicing in Idaho Falls, ID. Dr. Harper 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. He is the only dentist in Idaho with 3 postdoctoral fellowships. FAGD, FICOI, FDOCS. He has placed over 6500 implants and done over 5000 veneers.
Education and Training
University of Louisville DMD 2007
Provider Details
Dr. Philip R. Harper, DMD, FAGD, FDOCS, FICOI's Expert Contributions
cold sores
It’s always possible best to avoid sharing READ MORE
Does Invisalign cause any discomfort?
Usually the first 24-48 hours the teeth are sore due to the pressure. 600 mg of ibuprofen every 6-8 hours relieves the discomfort. READ MORE
Do I need any teeth removed?
Tooth removal is an option but so is saving the teeth with dental restorations. Acid production due to lack of saliva can cause all these cavities due to medications, consult your dentist READ MORE
Oral Issue
Need more context and pictures but see a dentist if unsure. READ MORE
Canker Sore
Yes unfortunately a canker in floor of mouth or tongue can produce all those symptoms. Go see a dentist if symptoms don’t get better after 10 days. READ MORE
How long should I use saltwater after dental implant surgery?
7 days is plenty. READ MORE
Any idea what this bump is and what it could be from
Appears to be normal tongue anatomy. Seek a dentist if red or white lesions don’t go away after 2 weeks. READ MORE
Do you use anesthesia for a root canal?
Always. Profound anesthesia is needed to make root canal as comfortable as possible. READ MORE
Can you chew gum with implants?
Yes you can. Avoid lateral forces on implants like jerky and licorice that cause a lateral ripping motion to tear the food. READ MORE
Veneers or invisalign?
Both work to cosmetically straighten teeth but braces are more conservative READ MORE
Tooth pain/ache
You could be experiencing temporary periodontal ligament pain in tooth due to parafunction at night meaning clenching. Also there could be a micro crack in the tooth called crack tooth syndrome READ MORE
Tooth Decay
Multiple of reasons but acid production is main cause of decay. Evaluation of drinks, foods and oral care is needed. Go see your dentist READ MORE
Is it okay to soak your denture in salt water over night?
You can but blue dawn soap is better and more gentle READ MORE
Oral herpes
If they had an active herpetic lesion you absolutely can. Please avoid sharing READ MORE
Is there a way to make your canines longer/sharper?
Yes after you turn 18 you can look at veneers. READ MORE
Should my daughter be seen?
Always consult a dentist with new lesions in mouth that don’t heal on their own within 2 weeks. READ MORE
Why my jaw hurt when I open my jaw fully
The TMJ could be out of alignment and the condyles are putting pressure on wrong side of disc in joint. READ MORE
Loss of taste
Low vitamin B12, B6 values can change taste buds as well as other medications that cause dry mouth. READ MORE
Cold sore
Depends. It could be fungal, herpes or Angular cheilitis. If it’s not herpes, a non alcohol lip balm works. Herpes needs antivirals or something to dry lesion out. Fungal needs an anti fungal. READ MORE
Can I smoke with a dental implant?
You can but you are putting the implant at risk. Smoking and systemic diseases like diabetes are top risk factors for implants failing. I don’t warranty implants if someone smokes. It may just be a good time to quit. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Awards
- Fellowship 2017 AGD
Treatments
- Periodontics:gum Surgery
- Periodontics:root Planing
- Periodontics:scaling
- Endodontics:root Canal Therapy
- Oral Surgery:simple Tooth Extractions
- Oral Surgery:impacted Wisdom Teeth
- Oral Surgery:non-impacted Wisdom Teeth
- Cosmetic Dentistry:teeth Whitening
- Cosmetic Dentistry:dental Bonding
- Cosmetic Dentistry:porcelain Dental Veneers
- Sedation:nitrous Oxide (laughing Gas)
- Sedation:oral Sedation
- Sedation:sleep Dentistry
- Sedation:local Anesthesia
- Sedation:iv Sedation (in Office)
Professional Memberships
- Academy of General Dentistry
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