Can I use sedation dentistry simply because my dentist smells horrible? I dont know what is going on with the man. He’s never smelled bad before, but the last appointment, I thought I was going vomit. I know it isn’t the typical reason for using sedation, but it’s that or switch dentists. Carla- Idaho Carla, […]
I’m in pain and my dentist won’t see me for two weeks
I’m very frustrated. I called my dentist to tell him I’m in massive pain and they said the soonest they could see me was in two weeks. He didn’t seem to care what kind of pain I was in. I can’t do this for two weeks. I’m going through more ibuprofen than I think is […]
Can dental implants fix bucked teeth?
I have buck teeth, but want to get dental implants to fix them. Will that work? Brooke S. – Minnesotta Brooke, Dental implants are designed to replace missing teeth. They’re not designed to straighten them. if you are having significant problems with your teeth and are in need of replacing them, then yes, dental implants […]
Percocet for a dental appointment
I get percocets from my doctor for pain. I m not crazy about dentists. I wondered if it was safe to take a percocet before my appointment to kind of relax me? Delaney M. – Washington Delaney, You can take a percocet, if you feel that will help you. Just be very certain you let […]
Protecting yourself from assault under sedation
How can your protect yourself from sexual assualt while under sedation? Amanda D. – New Jersey Amanda, Let me assume from your question that you’re worried about the dentist assaulting you while you’re under sedation. Dental sedation isn’t the same as surgical sedation. You are conscious. You’re just pain free. All your protective reflexes are […]
My dentist gives me nightmares
The last few weeks I’ve been having nightmares about my dentist. He’s the nicest man in the world, but the last few appointments have been pretty rough. The last one was so bad, I didn’t think I could handle much longer. Now I’m having nightmares and I’m a little too afraid to go to my […]
Are non-mercury fillings as strong as the mercury ones?
I wanted to get the non-mercury fillings, but my dentist insists they’re not as strong as the ones with mercury in it. I’m not comfortable with putting mercury in my mouth. Options? Stacey A. – Little Rock, AR Stacey, It sounds like your dentist isn’t quite trained in composite fillings, which are mercury-free. He is […]
I look like a hillbilly- Help!
Please help me. I fell and chipped a part of my tooth. I look like a hillbilly and I have a dance coming up at school. What can I do? Syriana- Baltimore Syriana, Don’t despair, we’ll get you to the dance looking as beautiful as ever. You’ll want to go to your dentist and have […]
Can implants replace my baby teeth?
I have baby canine teeth and wondered if it is possible to get dental implants to replace them? Miranda R. – Pasadena, CA Miranda, I find it a little surprising your dentist hasn’t helped you deal with this. However, I’m glad you’re taking some action. It is possible that dental implants can be a solution, […]
Conflicting advice about mini implant procedure
I’ve had a hip replacement in the past, which is for some reason affecting my dental treatment. I want to get two mini implants to help stabalize my denture. One dentist I spoke to said there is no problem. The other said he would do it, but only if I took a course of antibiotics […]
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