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Dentists

Doctors who treat oral problems such as tooth decay. They also help maintain your teeth to prevent oral problems.

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How do prices range for cosmetic dentistry?

Cosmetic dentistry is not a cost effective way to fix teeth. It can cost upwards of a 100 thousand dollars. The average cost is from 10-20 thousand dollars.

Answer Cosmetic dentistry can be expensive, depending on the procedure. In the United States for example, implants may cost $1,200-$2,000 apiece. Bonding may cost $300-$600 a tooth, and crowns may cost anywhere from $800-$1,000.

Dental professionals and clinics in South America, Eastern Europe, and Asia offer the same services for quite a bit less. For example, dental implants in India range from $750 to $1,200 and porcelain or metal crowns or bridges cost only $125 to $300 each. Travelers to Argentina can save up to 70% on dental procedures, and in Europe, travelers to Croatia will pay roughly $1,000 for dental implants and $430 for bleaching or teeth whitening procedures.

What does magd after dmd in a dentists title mean?

"Master" of the Academy of General Dentistry (MAGD)

How often do people visit the dentist?

Routine checkups at the dentist in Okotoks are essential for maintaining good oral health. It is recommended that adults should visit the dentist at least twice a year for regular checkups. However, the frequency of checkups can vary depending on the individual's oral health needs and risk factors.

People with a history of gum disease, cavities, or other dental problems may need to visit the dentist more frequently. Those who wear braces or have other orthodontic treatments may also require more frequent checkups. Additionally, older adults and people with certain medical conditions, such as diabetes or a weakened immune system, may need more frequent dental visits.

Regular dental checkups near you help the dentist to identify any potential issues early on, preventing more serious problems in the future. They also allow for routine cleanings and screenings for oral cancer, which is important for early detection.

In summary, it is generally recommended to visit the dentist at least twice a year for routine checkups. However, individuals should discuss their specific needs with their dentist to determine the appropriate frequency of visits.

Can you still have your wisdom teeth removed if you have a head cold?

No. I'm not a dentist, so I couldn't tell you that a cold will directly interfere with the surgery. However, the recovery may be more difficult with a cold. With a stuffy nose, you may be forced to breathe through your mouth. After wisdom teeth extraction, you will have stitches in your mouth and spaces where your wisdom teeth were. It is a good idea not to allow air to reach these areas because they could create a "dry socket", where nerve endings and possibly bone would be exposed and would be extremely painful. Infection is also more likely with a cold. My advice? Try to get your wisdom teeth extraction scheduled after you are over the cold and at full strength.

How much money does a pediatric dentist earn?

Pediatric Dentists are dental specialists who focus on the dental needs of children from infancy to the teenage years. This speciality involves additional training in an accredited institution for a period of 2-3 years. In the US, the national income average for recent graduates from these specialist residencies is between $250,000 to $300,000 per year. Most full time practitioners earn much more than the national average.

Does every person have swollen cheeks after wisdom tooth removal?

Yes, but to different extents. It depends on the the patient and the condition of his or her teeth, as well as their body's internal healing systems. Level of swelling is also determined by the skill of the operating surgeon.

Swelling is caused by a pooling of fluid in specific areas of the body. In the case of wisdom teeth removal, the body is producing a natural response to what it perceives as trauma. By saturating the area with fluids, the body is trying to allow the affected area to heal in a protected, nutrient-rich environment.

So, it is plausible that a skilled surgeon operating on a patient with an easy case of impacted wisdom teeth would produce little swelling. On the other hand, an unskilled surgeon operating on someone with highly impacted teeth would probably cause a lot of swelling.

How do you know if your teeth are clean?

there are levels of normal bad really bad a few things to look for, are your gums bleeding when you brush your teeth does it look like you have a build up on your teeth, do you have cavities if you do have any of these you need to go to the dentist to get checked out

for moderate gum disease they would do a deep cleaning and remove all the plack from your teeth, if you have a cavity go get it checked out if its a fresh one they will drill it and fill it if its bad then you would need to get a root canal all of this can be prevented by going to the d3entest and brushing your teeth more

What does it mean in a dream when you see yourself pulling out your top wisdom teeth?

Dreams of losing a tooth or teeth are very common. Teeth represent our 'bite' or aggressive nature. When we can't get our teeth into something, it suggests that we have little control.

If you dream of losing your teeth, it has to do with 'loss' in general such as loss of youth and all things associated with our anxiety of getting older. A rotten tooth is a symbol of our painful feelings that keep 'aching' until we find relief. Could it be that your relationship or 'bond' with someone is hurting? Perhaps you've said hurtful words that you now regret? False teeth clearly indicate fear of losing one's sense of true self; that is, honesty and integrity. Look at all the images in the dream, such as grinding teeth or teething troubles, to determine the correct meaning.

-Dictionary of Dreams

Understanding Dreams and their Messages

Teeth are symbols for family and relatives upper ones are male and lower ones are female.Front teeth are sibling and kids and molar teeth are parents or grand parents.The others are uncles and aunts.

If the teeth fell and were in your hand or were beside you , it means they will come to visit you.

If the teeth were lost or fell in the soil , dirt means there will be a serious danger for them.

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If you dream about losing teeth this simply means you will loose something valuable or close to you. (This could also be a person or pet.)

Another interpretation could mean you are nervous about something and you should talk to someone about it. (Losing teeth or a tongue in a dream is a symbol of not wanting to talk about something, but you should because it is unhealthy.)

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(1) Teeth may be a symbol of aggressiveness. If the dream is showing someone biting someone else, it may mean there is an aggressive nature towards that person.

(2) False teeth may symbolize insincerity.

(3) Losing teeth may symbolize a feeling of - or fear of - getting older or impotent or losing sexual attractiveness. Or they may represent a retreat to infancy (when, toothless, you enjoy your mother's breasts and nourishment), and hence a refusal to face reality. Alternatively, they may symbolize the start of a new phase in your life (knocking a tooth out sometimes featured in male initiation rites in mythology).

(4) A bad tooth may represent a painful or rotten part of one's feelings, life or relationships; angry or regretful words.

(5) "Teeth" in the dream world are most often an archetypal image of the dreamer's sense of confidence and competence in the waking world. Dreaming that there is something amiss with my teeth usually points to insecurities about my ability to "get my teeth into it," or maybe I've "bitten off more than I can chew."

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Another possibility:

The symbolic meanings are very possible. There may also be a more direct implication to your dream: you may have a dental problem of which your conscious mind is not yet aware.

Sigmund Freud thought that dreams of teeth falling out represented an unconscious desire to masturbate.

Another Possibility:

In Native American folklore, teeth falling out in a dream means you may be coming into an involvement with money. It is said that the involvement may be beneficial or harmful but the events in the dream may not specify which will happen.

What do you do if the stitches for your wisdom tooth break?

When your tooth breaks nothing major happens. Go to the dentist and have it looked at. If its a big chip then the dentist will fill it in with a clear liquid that soon hardens and blends in with your tooth.. If the chip is small then nothing will happen unless it's visible.

How soon can you drink alcohol after having your wisdom teeth pulled?

About half an hour's wait should suffice before you take liquid orally, but make sure it is not hot and better still, make it cold. Hot drinks can precipitate bleeding. It would be a good idea not to wash your mouth vigorously after an extraction, lest you dislodge the blood clot.

Will unremoved wisdom teeth pain go away?

It really depends on the person. There are so many different factors that decide this. To name a few: your age, how many you got taken out, how experienced the dentist is, whether you get dry socket or not, how you deal with the pain, and what you try to eat afterwards. My guess is anywhere from a few days to a week and a half. Also if you smoke, you increase the risks of having a dry socket, which causes intense pain.

Is it normal to have stomach aches after wisdom teeth are pulled?

YES!!
I have got my teeth pulled before, I got 3 teeth to be exact.
After they have been extracted from the mouth, the "itching" feeling means your body is naturally healing the blood clots. Don't worry, it will all be fine :)

How long before you can go travel after wisdom teeth are removed?

I asked my oral surgeon at my appointment on Friday and flew cross country from California to Baltimore two days later on Sunday morning after having all four wisdom teeth removed. The pressure associated with flying doesn't impact your clotting or post surgery wounds and flying provided no additional discomfort.

Is it normal for your teeth to hurt and feel loose after having a fixed brace?

Probably not. If you just got it and it doesn't hurt, wait a bit because braces work through subtle pressure and slowly tightens your teeth. If you have had them for a while, call your orthodontist because you might have broken it or something.

Is it better to get all wisdom teeth removed at the same time or do them separately?

That really depends on what your main concern is. For many, money is the main concern. Dental care costs a pretty penny, especially for the oral surgery required to remove the widom teeth. If you need all four removed, it may be cheaper to just remove all four at one time. You will save some money on painkiller and the stuff they use to put you asleep (if you decide to be put under). If you do them all at the same time, you only have to pay for that once, but doing them separately means paying for painkillers each time. Pain is also a big issue with getting the wisdom teeth removed. I got all four of mine removed when I was 13, and I felt horrible for the first two days. I still wasn't completely better for probably a week. For people older than me, it will be worse for them. It may not be a considerable amount worse, but still, it's a possibility. No matter how you set yours up, you will most likely feel pain. Some say that by spacing it out, you don't have to deal with all that pain at the same time. Others say doing all of them together will make it easier because it's done and over with. After getting one or two removed and experiencing that, you probably wouldn't want to go through that again. In a way, it may be better to get all over with, especially if you can only take off so many days from work. All in all, this adivce doesn't and probably won't apply to everyone. To make the best decision, you should probably talk to your dentist or oral surgeon. Talking to other people who have gotten their wisdom teeth removed will also help you make a better decision.

Does getting a tooth pulled out for braces hurt?

No not at the time because they numb the gum so u pritty much can't feel anything. But after the drug wears off u have this constant pain it sort of feels uncomfortable more than anything. So u have nothing to worry about

Hope this helps

When should you stop eating before you get your wisdom teeth out?

It depends on whether or not you will be put to sleep. If you are going to stay awake, then you are fine to eat right up until the surgery. Just make sure your mouth is really clean before you go. If you will be put to sleep, you are advised to not eat for 6-8 prior. Anesthesia commonly makes people nauseous and if you have eaten recently can cause vomiting. That is no fun with open sores in your mouth.

How do you unnumb your mouth fast?

To Un-numb your mouth after having fillings done at the dentist you will need:

A glass of warm watter

Flour

Olive Oil

You will aply olive oil on the outisde of your mouht where its numb and wait 10 minutes. After that drink only a half of warm water (leave the rest for later).

Put flour inside your mouth and massage it gently from the outside only for 5 minutes . After this you put a little bit of flour on your finger tips and you jab the numbed spot for 2 minutes. After drink the other half of warm water and wait for 15 minutes and the numbing should be gone.

Can you die from a toothache?

A tooth ache may indicate a serious infection. If left untreated these can kill you.

I believe that in certain situations~ a heart attack, stroke,or even aneurism can occur from extreme high blood pressure cause by stress,and strain brought on by the pain..

Do all dentists like their jobs?

Yes !! for the most part. We get to smile a lot :-) Some days are ....well you know crazy. But we get to go home and forget about work. Most of us work four day weeks in our forties and with good planning we are financially secure.

It's interaction with a lot of folks and it's also about managing a business and being a doctor at the same time.

What happens when there is no adult tooth following the baby tooth?

If the baby tooth is in good condition and is stable, it may be left alone. If its is not or is an aesthetic issue, then extraction and prosthodontic replacement(i.e..dental implant) may be a better or necessary option.