I received new dentures about two months ago. Since then, the corners of my mouth have stayed red and cracked. Sometimes they split open when I yawn or try to take a large bite. I’ve tried lip balm, petroleum jelly, and an over-the-counter cream, but nothing has cleared it up for long. The dentures also […]
Read More...I went to a Clear Choice Dental Implant Center for an All-on-4 procedure. Since the surgery, my face looks completely different. Here’s what has changed: My cheeks are hollow looking The skin around my mouth sags, making me look ancient My upper lip seems longer and turns downward One side of my nose looks a […]
Read More...I need to replace a tooth and my dentist is recommending a Maryland Bridge. Most people I know with a bridge get the regular bridge. Is there a benefit to the Maryland one? Janie Dear Janie, Before we get into the Maryland Bridge, I want to make sure your dentist brought up a dental implant. […]
Read More...I was never able to get braces as a child. My parents did their best but they couldn’t afford it. As a result, as an adult I have crooked teeth. I also have two bicuspids that are still baby teeth. There are no adult teeth beneath them so I have done my best to ensure […]
Read More...I had a root canal treatment done on a tooth. Since then, the filling fell out that was closing the hole. My tooth started hurting again. My dentist said that there is now an abscess and I will need to have a second root canal treatment. Is that really necessary? Can I just use an […]
Read More...I’ve been having a lot of problems with my teeth and it is costing me a fortune. I am to the point where I want to just get rid of them and get dentures. As I’ve spent a lot of money on them recently, what I’m hoping for is to save some money getting rid […]
Read More...I have spent my entire savings trying to stay on top of my oral health. I’ve not nothing left and my teeth are still crumbling. My dentist insists I get dental implants, but they are way out of my budget. What am I supposed to do, sell my house? What if all I can afford […]
Read More...I have a question about an upper tooth. It was infected. My dentist gave me some antibiotics about two and a half months ago. My tooth still doesn’t hurt. I have an extraction scheduled for a month away. But, if the tooth isn’t hurting any more, do I still need to have it extracted? Avery […]
Read More...I drink a lot of soda and my dentist keeps warning me that I will end up losing my teeth. Now my gums are bleeding when I brush. Does this mean I need dentures? Evelyn Dear Evelyn, While soda can cause severe decay, some of that will depend on a couple of factors. If […]
Read More...I need some advice. I know most dentists don’t take patients who want holistic dental care seriously, but I do have some serious metal allergies, including nickel and chromium. I need a dental implant and wanted to get a metal free ones because of my allergies. My dentist keeps telling me that they are not […]
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