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Q: Why is a crown better than a filling? A: A crown is not inherently better than a filling; the best restoration depends on the tooth’s condition. If there is sufficient healthy tooth structure remaining, a filling is often the preferred choice as it is less invasive, preserves more natural . . . Read more
Q:Can your teeth become sensitive after fillings are placed? Even if they weren’t sensitive before fillings. A:Unfortunately, yes because drilling is traumatic. However, several things can be done to minimize post operative pain. And the alternative of letting your tooth continue to decay is not very sensible. Dr. Maksim has . . . Read more
Q: Are dental lasers better than dental drills? A: Dental lasers and dental drills each have specific applications, and one is not universally better than the other. Dental lasers can often remove decay without the need for anesthesia, making them a less invasive option for some procedures. They can also . . . 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:What does decay look like? A:Decay can be black, brown or even white. Typically, the slower moving the decay the darker it is. Dr. Maksim has been practicing dentistry in the San Diego area for over 20 years. www.michaelmaksimdds.com [print_link] View Larger Map