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Q:How should I select a dentist? A:Your dentist should be thought of as a long term health care provider. Select a dentist that has experience, is caring and that you feel comfortable with. Dr. Maksim has been practicing dentistry in the San Diego area for over 20 years. www.michaelmaksimdds.com . . . Read more
Q:What sources should I use to find a dentist? A:You can ask friends and/or go online to research the dentists web site. Once you go to an office the staff and dentist should make you feel cared for and welcomed. Dr. Maksim has been practicing dentistry in the San . . . Read more
Q:How should I select a toothpaste? A:I recommend a fluoride containing toothpaste. Collegate and Crest regular are good. New remineralizing toothpastes which contain calcium are also good. Dr. Maksim has been practicing dentistry in the San Diego area for over 20 years. www.michaelmaksimdds.com View Larger Map
Q:I have a terrible fear of the dentist. What should I do? A:You are not alone. Discuss your fears with the dentist and he can help minimize them. I recommend sedation for some patients. It is safe and highly effective. Dr. Maksim has been practicing dentistry in the San . . . Read more
Q:I have some gaps and chips but otherwise a nice front teeth. What is the best treatment? A:If you like the color of your teeth then you can have affordable composite restorations(bondings) placed in one visit. Otherwise you can whiten first then get the bondings. Dr. Maksim has been . . . Read more
Q:Can I be allergic to my silver fillings? A:Yes. However, it is extremely rare. Typically it would be a localized reaction where you experience redness, skin rash and itchy sensations in the mouth. Dr. Maksim has been practicing dentistry in the San Diego area for over 20 years. www.michaelmaksimdds.com . . . Read more
Q:Are teeth whitening toothpastes effective and safe to use? A:Many whitening toothpastes are too abrasive and can damage your enamel. None of them can whiten your teeth more than one or two shades compared to office whitening which can whiten up to eight shades. Dr. Maksim has been practicing . . . Read more
Q:What is a root canal? A:A root canal is the cleaning out and disinfection of the chamber with in the root or roots of a tooth. The chamber is then dried and filled to prevent future invasion by bacteria. Dr. Maksim has been practicing dentistry in the San Diego . . . Read more
Q:When do you need a root canal? A:It is time for a root canal if a tooth has constant pain, has an abscess(infection), or decay has entered the nerve chamber. Dr. Maksim has been practicing dentistry in the San Diego area for over 20 years. www.michaelmaksimdds.com View Larger . . . Read more
Q:Why do root canals hurt? A:Because the face has five cranial nerves, it is one of the most sensitive areas of the entire body. However with today’s highly effective medications and techniques most root canals can be performed without pain. Dr. Maksim has been practicing dentistry in the San . . . Read more