Dr. Sepideh Malekpour DDS
Dentist | General Practice
18301 N 79th Ave Suite G-186 Glendale AZ, 85308About
Dr. Sepideh Malekpour is a Dentist practicing in Glendale, AZ. Dr. Malekpour 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.
Education and Training
Creighton University Dental School DDS 2000
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Can I drink alcohol after a filling?
You can drink after the numbness has worn off. READ MORE
Is a small hole in a tooth a cavity?
It can be. It can also be the area where you have worn off your tooth, if you clench and/or grind. You have to have .a dentist evaluate it and most likely fill to prevent food impaction. READ MORE
Can an oral surgeon help with TMJ?
Some have training. There are TMD specialist depending on where you live. Some dentist do treat, but make sure they have had training. READ MORE
Is a dental bridge permanent?
It depends on what you mean. You can still get a cavity with the teeth holding onto the bridge. Then it will need to be replaced for that reason or others. But if you mean if you have to worry about removing and replacing every day, no you don't. It is glued in. READ MORE
Is general anesthesia safe for wisdom teeth removal?
General anesthesia is routine for removal of wisdom teeth, especially depending on the position of the teeth. If they are impacted or other circumstances, general anesthesia is used. I would definitely have an oral surgeon who is certified complete it and not just a dentist that does oral surgery. READ MORE
How many visits does a root canal take?
Depends on the tooth and the infection and if there are any complications. Usually in one is ideal if that can be achieved. READ MORE
Can two root canals on the same tooth be a problem?
There are times when a root canal needs to be redone. Make sure that the crown on the tooth is fitting well. Most of the times, that shouldn't be a problem. A tooth with trauma can have some bone loss. You have to make sure you do a good job with your oral hygiene and visit the dentist for your regular cleanings and check ups. READ MORE
My son is a year old, and isn't teething. Is this abnormal?
Every child can be different. It's not necessarily a sign of anything being wrong. READ MORE
Does a root canal take longer to heal for a diabetic?
Yes it can. A tooth with trauma and your general health, can affect the speed of recovery and healing. READ MORE
What are sealants? Are they really advisable?
Sealants are covering placed on permanent molars (the bigger teeth in the back) in hopes of preventing cavities until the patient become proficient with brushing. They are a great preventive measure that we do recommend. No shots are required and tolerated well most of the time. READ MORE
What is gingivitis and its risk factors?
Gingivitis is the early disease of your gums. There is an infection of your gums that in its early stages is reversible. Bleeding, red, swollen gums are usually a sign of it. You dentist should do a full mouth probe reading, measuring around your gums, at least once a year and checking for bleeding spots. With continued good home care and regular visits to the dentist, in its early stages it can be reversed. READ MORE
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