I went in for a tooth that has started hurting. My dentist did an x-ray. When he did he found a severly infected tooth. He told me he’d go in and clean it out, but that the infection was so bad in all likelihood he would have to extract the tooth. After that, I would […]
Dental Implants in Mexico
I can save a lot of money getting dental implants in Mexico, but I just wondered if you knew how safe it is? Xander L- Brooklyn Xander, I’m sure there are good dentists in Mexico, but my question would be how would you be sure the one you are going to is one of […]
TMJ
I’ve recently been diagnosed with TMJ. One of the biggest problems I have from it is lockjaw. IT will be fine for a while, but then will lock up to where I can’t do anything normal. My dentist is still deciding on my treatment. The only thing I think I will complain about is surgery. […]
Too embarrassed to go to the dentist
I have never been to a dentist. My parents never took me. I’m graduated from college now and have a job, but I’m a little embarrassed to go. I’m sure my teeth are in horrible shape. I don’t even know how to face the dentist. I also have heard that dentists hurt and that makes […]
Dental Implants and Diabetes
I’ve been told if I have type 1 diabetes that I cannot get dental implants. The problem is that I am losing a lot of teeth. I really don’t want dentures. Is there another option? Marcus G. – Pine Bluff, AR Marcus, You’ve been given misinformation. Type 1 diabetes is not a contra-indication for dental […]
Store Bought Mouth Guards
We were in a car accident and have $35,000 in medical bills. Recently my TMJ is really acting up. I lost my mouth guard (hence the TMJ acting up). I absolutely cannot afford another one right now. I noticed there are some mouth guards that you can get at the drug store. Will those work […]