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Michael Danial, DMD

Dentist

Dr. Michael Danial is a Dentist practicing in Pico Rivera, CA. Dr. Danial specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases and conditions associated with the mouth and overall dental health. Dentists are trained to carry out such treatment as professional cleaning, restorative, prosthodontic, and endodontic procedures, and performing examinations, among many others.
Michael Danial, DMD
  • Pico Rivera, CA
  • Accepting new patients

Should you wear a night guard every night?

You should wear a night guard only if you grind your teeth at night.

Is it okay to gargle with water after brushing your teeth?

Yes, there is nothing wrong with rinsing with water following brushing your teeth

Does getting a bridge hurt?

No, getting a bridge does not hurt, the dentist performing the procedure will give you Anasthesia (novacaine)

Could a toothache be caused by a problem with my jaw?

You may be grinding your teeth due to your jaw pain associated with your jaw popping out of position.

Would I need a root canal for my cavity?

If the dentists told you it was a large cavity, then there is a likelihood of the cavity becoming a root canal.

Should I go to the doctor if my gums are swollen?

Yes you should go to the dentist

Can chewing tobacco cause bad breath?

Chewing tobacco accelerates the accumulation of plaque, which causes bad breath, and obviously tobacco does not have a pleasant smell, so it can lead to a bad odor in the mouth. So, READ MORE
Chewing tobacco accelerates the accumulation of plaque, which causes bad breath, and obviously tobacco does not have a pleasant smell, so it can lead to a bad odor in the mouth. So, definitely chewing tobacco can lead to bad breath. You should quit since chewing tobacco can lead to oral cancer, which is very deadly. 

How do you stop a cracked tooth from hurting?

The only way to stop pain from a fractured tooth is by having it repaired by a dentist. The only other way is to take pain medication such as Motrin.