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Q:Are dental lasers better than dental drills? A:Not in most situations. Although dental laser can be used to remove decay often without any injections. Old fillings and crowns are removed with lasers. Drills are still needed in most situations. Dr. Maksim has been practicing dentistry in the San Diego . . . Read more
Q:Are dental lasers used for gum treatment? A:Dental lasers can be used to kill bacteria at regular dental cleanings to help prevent gum disease or prevent further bone loss. Lasers can also be used in gum surgery on patients with gum disease. Dr. Maksim has been practicing dentistry in . . . Read more
Q:Are dental lasers painful? A:No. Dental lasers usually are painless for mild treatments and actually help reduce post-operative pain. Moderate to severe dental treatments require the patient to have injections to numb the area of surgery. Dr. Maksim has been practicing dentistry in the San Diego area for over . . . Read more
Q:I have a red blister on my gums next to my tooth. It only hurts a little. Do I need to worry about it. A:Yes. Although some sores on your gums will go away within two weeks, this one sounds like an infection which may lead to bone loss. . . . Read more
Q:I need to have an infected tooth extracted. Should I get bone grafting? And how soon does it need to be done? A:You should get bone grafting to help stabilize the bone of the teeth adjacent to the extraction site. If the socket is infected the surgeon could wait two . . . Read more
Q:My mom has had a denture for 30 years. She has heard about dental implants but was told she needs a bone graft into both side of her sinus. An then she has to wait six months before implants are placed. Is there an alternative treatment? A:Yes. A custom implant . . . Read more
Q:Should I have all of my teeth extracted and just get dentures? I have bad teeth and I am always needing crowns. A:No.It can be frustrating when you require extensive dental work but dentures are not comparable to your own teeth. Your chewing force drops from 200 lbs per squire . . . Read more
Q:What are dental implants? A:Think of dental implants as metal roots which can be used as anchors for crowns, fixed bridges or dentures. Dr. Maksim has been practicing dentistry in the San Diego area for over 20 years. www.michaelmaksimdds.com View Larger Map
Q:Why do my gums bleed when I brush my teeth? A:Bleeding gums usually indicate that you have a chronic infection called gingivitis. Dr. Maksim has been practicing dentistry in the San Diego area for over 20 years. www.michaelmaksimdds.com View Larger Map
Q:What is the proper treatment for gingivitis? A:Gingivitis is treated with frequent dental cleanings, including laser treatment, and proper home care. Home care includes brushing twice and flossing once daily. Dr. Maksim has been practicing dentistry in the San Diego area for over 20 years. www.michaelmaksimdds.com View Larger . . . Read more