Hello there, I have been having a problem with a tooth, and I am not sure what kind of dentist to go see about it. One of my upper front teeth feels sensitive, and there is some pain in my gums, too. The pain comes and goes, but it causes pressure behind my nose and […]
Is It Safe to Go to the Dentist During the Pandemic?
Hi, I have had my six month check-up and cleaning in my calendar for months, but when I made the appointment, I never thought it would be during a pandemic. My dentist’s office reopened recently but schools are still doing distance learning and restaurants are still doing take-out orders. Is it safe to go to […]
What’s an Affordable Quote for Dental Implants?
Hi, I talked to my general dentist about getting dental implants, and he gave me a quote for the procedure. He referred me to a periodontist for the placement. The periodontist’s quote included bone grafts and other things my general dentist didn’t mention. His quote was nearly two times as much as my initial quote! […]
Do I Need an Anesthetic With My Filling?
Hi, I have to get a small filling done. Since it’s small, I don’t think I’ll need a shot of novocaine or any anesthetic. How do I bring this up with my dentist? Will my bill be more affordable if I don’t get any anesthetic? Thank you, Sal, Rhode Island Dear Sal, Thank you […]