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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:What is a root canal? A:A root canal is a process in which the contents of the canal within the root of a tooth are cleaned away and the canal is sealed. Dr. Maksim has been practicing dentistry in the San Diego area for over 20 years. www.michaelmaksimdds.com . . . Read more
Q:I recently had x-rays taken and they show an abscess but I have no pain. What should I do? A:It is not unusual for a tooth to die without causing any pain. If the tooth is savable a root canal needs to be completed. If not, then tooth needs to . . . 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
Q:What is root planing and why is it done? A:Root planing(deep cleaning)is the removal of calculus(tartar)from deep under the gum line. This procedure gives the gums a chance to heal once the bacteria are removed. The use of a laser can be added to improve healing. Dr. Maksim has . . . Read more
Q:What is severe periodontal disease? A:Advanced periodontal disease – Gum pockets in excess of 6-7 mm are usually accompanied by bone loss and gum recession. Scaling and root planning will always be performed as the initial nonsurgical treatment. In addition to nonsurgical treatments, the periodontist may recommend surgical treatment to . . . Read more
Q:What is moderate gum disease mean? What does moderate gum disease mean? A:Moderate periodontal disease – If the gum pockets reach 4-6mm in length a more extensive scaling and root planning cleaning might be required. This cleaning is usually performed under local anesthetic. Dr. Maksim has been practicing dentistry . . . Read more
Q:What is gingivitis? A:Gingivitis/mild periodontal disease – When the gum pockets exceed 4mm in depth, the periodontist or hygienist may perform scaling and root planing to remove debris from the pockets and allow them to heal. Education and advice will be provided on an effective cleaning regime thereafter. Dr. . . . Read more
Q:Who should treat severe gum disease? A:Before initiating any dental treatment, a periodontist should extensively examine the gums, jawbone and general condition of the teeth. When gingivitis or periodontal disease is officially diagnosed, the periodontist has a number of surgical and non surgical options available to treat the underlying infection, . . . Read more