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Question: “My dentist recently recommended having several of my old silver fillings replaced with crowns and tooth-colored fillings. Do you…
Question: “My dentist recently told me that I have gum disease. He told me that this can also cause other health problems. Is this…
Question: “It seems like every time I see my dentist, they rush me in and rush me out. My cleaning appointments never last more than twenty to…
Question: “Why did your hygienist take several digital photos of my teeth in addition to the x-rays at my last dental visit?”
Answer: My…
Question: “I recently heard the expression “meth mouth” used in relation to a teenage drug user in my neighborhood. What does that…
Question: “My lower right molars are sensitive to cold and chewing hard foods. My dentist thinks that my symptoms are a result of cracked tooth…
Question: “There are any dental problems associated with meth use?”
Answer: Yes, We have all read stories about the growing problem of drug…
Question: “I saw on the news this week that a little girl died as a result of being sedated at her dentist’s office. I’ve considered sedation…
Question: “It seems like there’s a wide range of fees associated with dental care. Why is there such a difference from one office to the…
Question: “I recently had a tooth removed. Do I need to replace it, and, if so, should I get an implant or a bridge?”
Answer: After losing…