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My new upper denture is thick and bulky. Can it be made thinner and less bulky?
Dentures - 1 answer
I have been wearing an upper denture since 1963. Recently, I had a new denture made and it is thicker than any I had before. No sore spots but it is hard to wear. Can it be made thinner and less bulky? Been t... Read more
Crowned tooth (#19) is infected. Extract or root canal?
Root Canals - 1 answer
I have a crowned tooth (tooth #19) that is infected. The crown is 8 yrs old. Would it be better to have the tooth extracted or have a root canal? Read more
Three weeks after a deep filling I am in extreme pain. Is this normal? What about the procedure could be causing this much pain?
Dental Fillings - 1 answer
Three weeks after a deep filling i am in EXTREME pain. Instead of getting better, it's getting worse and worse. One thing I noticed after the filling was a sensitivity to heat. Is this normal? What about the pr... Read more
Can the colour of porcelain crowns be changed before being permanently cemented?
Porcelain Crown - 1 answer
I have 8 porcelain crowns applied with temporary cement. Can the color be changed at the lab? Read more
Is it true that for a Maryland bridge the teeth on either side of the pontic must be real?
Bridges - 1 answer
I heard that in order for a Maryland bridge to last, the teeth on either side of the pontic must be real. Is this true? If not, is there a way to fasten a Maryland bridge between a real tooth and a crown in a w... Read more
Do dental fillings have to be replaced?
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How long do fillings usually last? Read more
Root canal or tooth extraction?
Root Canals - 1 answer
I am in a bind, as I do not have dental insurance at the moment, and I've got an infection in my mouth from a broken filling or fractured tooth. The dentist insists I have a root canal, but that is financially ... Read more
Why does it hurt for a week after I get a filling done?
Dental Fillings - 1 answer
Every time I get a filling, my dentist has to give me 5 shots to numb the area and then it usually hurts for a week or more after. What could be the problem? Read more
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It's been a little over a week since my wisdom tooth was filled and my gum still hurts, is this normal?
Dental Fillings - 1 answer
I my wisdom tooth filled a little over a week ago. My dentist used a numbing tool that beeped (i don't know what it's called). Since the treatment my gum hurts. Is this normal? Read more
What's the difference between a crown and a cap?
Crowns - 1 answer
I've been trying to read up on crowns but I keep seeing the word 'cap' being used. Are they the same thing? Read more
Do fillings usually fall out after a certain amount of time?
Dental Fillings - 1 answer
Are fillings permanent, or do they eventually always fall out? Read more
How can I safely be treated for a tooth extraction if I have heart issues?
Tooth Extraction - 1 answer
I have to have a tooth pulled. I was recently diagnosed with heart issues and the shot makes my heart race and sometimes skips beats. I have palpitations already. Is there a way the dentist can safely extract m... Read more
Fixing crooked teeth with Invisalign?
Invisalign - 1 answer
I removed all my wisdom teeth last year, and now I am ready to fix my crooked teeth. Which one is the best option? Read more
Tooth Extraction and Pricing?
Tooth Extraction - 1 answer
I have a broken tooth, in the back of my mouth. It has some swelling. And it broke over 6 months ago. Is an extraction a good choice? And after an extraction, what kind of "replacement" is available? Also, what... Read more
Are dental implants recommended for people in their mid 70's with type 2 diabetes?
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Are dental implants recommended for people in their mid seventies with type 2 diabetes? Read more
I had a filling on my front tooth. If I get a whitening procedure would that filling standout more?
I had a deficiency on one of my front teeth. If I proceed with the whitening procedure would that filling disappear? I'm just looking for insight before I proceed. Read more
Can I have dental implants put in if I have cellulitis on my leg?
Can I have dental implants put in if I have cellulitis on my leg? Read more

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