Q.
Is the teeth shaving procedure as part of invisalign to make space safe? will it not damage tooth enamel by shaving away at the teeth?
A.
This procedure is safe and will not damage the teeth. Slenderizing of teeth has been a common practice in orthodontic treatment for many years without complication. Dr. Lemongello
Q.
In your opinion which of electric toothbrushes and normal toothbrushes would you say are best for cleaning teeth? Are electric toothbrushes quite tough against the teeth or are they okay?
A.
Most all designs of electric toothbrushes are of a quality nature. Using soft bristles is important. Nothing replaces just doing it whether it is with an electric or with a hand tooth brush. Learning proper technique is critical. Your hygienist should be able to help you with this.
Q.
I am now into my thirties but my
wisdom teeth have not come through and there does not seem to be any sign that they will. Is it the case that just some people dont have them or will I eventually get them? I guess they dont really serve a purpose.
A.
The presence of
wisdom teeth is unpredictable. Some people have them some don’t. If they have not come in by age 30 they probably won’t. only way to find out if you have them is with an x-ray to see if they are there. If you haven’t had any problems so far you probably won’t have any in the future.
Dr. Lemongello
Q.
After years of smoking and not eating the best food I have noticed that the colour of my teeth has darkened quite a bit. Tooth whitening has never been something I have thought about…until now. Is it best to go to a clinic to get it done or are those that you can buy at shops okay? Also, what kind of price would I be looking at from a clinic?
A.
Most defilnitely go to a cosmetic dentist. Store bought bleaching systems do no properly fit. The consequence of that is an inferior result in the bleaching process.
Q.
At what age should you start your child cleaning their teeth?
A.
At home you should start cleaning their teeth a soon as they come in. Usually we recommend they start seeing a dentist around age 2 ½ to 3 years old unless you suspect a problem then any age is appropriate to make sure nothing is wrong.
Dr. Lemongello
Q.
I have had my complete denture for my upper teeth for five years now. Everything has been okay but I am noticing that it does not feel as securely in place as it once did. Does this happen for many people? Is there anything I can do?
A.
it is ususally necessary to have a denture relined after a period of time of wear. This will most likely alleviate the problem you are having.
Q.
I found what I thought was a cut inside my mouth a few days ago but after researching on the internet I am pretty sure that it is a mouth ulcer. Do dentists offer any treatment for this or is there any medication that I should be taking?
A.
There really is not any treatment for this type of ulcer. They will usually resolve in a week to 10 days. If it doesn’t, consult with your dentist.
Dr. Lemongello
Q.
I went for a routine check up yesterday, cleaning and what not, and my dentist asked if i had been doing anything different when cleaning my teeth. I said no, but she told me that there was slight irritation from the cleaning with my lower gums and a bit of blood and that this does not normally happen with me. I did lie a bit though as there has been occasion when I have not cleaned my teeth after eating garbage before going to bed. I would say once every two weeks, and also smoking maybe once four times every two weeks. Could this be the cause? I am going to make sure I don’t leav it at night anyhow but would appreciate your answer.
A.
It is important to maintain your hygiene. It is not a good idea to each junk food and go to bed without brushing. Smoking is also not good for gum health so between these two it may be the cause of the changes seen by your dentist. Get back to a healthy routine and you should be fine.
Dr. Lemongello
Q.
If a tooth is chipped is it necessary to get treatment or is it okay if there is no pain?
A.
It is not necessary to repair or restore a chipped tooth as long as there is no risk for future problems. However, you should have it examined by a dentist to make sure. Dr. Lemongello
Q.
Following the
dental implant treatment would I best to just use salt water to rinse my mouth out rather than mouthwash which I think may cuase more pain to the area? Will I be able to clean my teeth properly following the procedure?
A.
Salt water solution is fine to use. Sometimes mouthwashes tend to dry out the mouth because they have an alcohol base to them. You should have no problem cleaning your teeth after the procedure.
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