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51 years
Experience
Neal Nealis, D.D.S.
- Chicago, IL
- University of Illinois -Urbana
- Accepting new patients
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I had three of my crooked teeth extracted and they won't stop bleeding. What should I do?
A good way to slow bleeding is to bite on a tea bag. Tea has properties that lessen bleeding. Also your mouth will taste better.
What is the life of a dental implant?
Most dental implants will last a lifetime, but they do need regular maintenance.
How do you know when you need a dental crown?
You will get a crown when there isn't enough tooth structure left to support a filling. Best to prevent problems than it is to restore damaged teeth whenever possible.
After my oral surgery I got mouth sores. What could cause this?
The stress of the procedure could have stimulated fever blisters. Ouch.
Can braces cause injury?
Braces will not cause injury unless you impact your mouth on something hard. Do you play contact sports? You will have some discomfort the first day or two, but not much beyond READ MORE
Braces will not cause injury unless you impact your mouth on something hard. Do you play contact sports? You will have some discomfort the first day or two, but not much beyond that. You will not have your mouth numbed unless you elect to include an accelerated tooth procedure such as Propel.
What is the earliest age someone can get braces?
This is a difficult question to answer because the timing of braces depends so much upon the problem and the development of the dentition. Have your child examined by an orthodontist. READ MORE
This is a difficult question to answer because the timing of braces depends so much upon the problem and the development of the dentition. Have your child examined by an orthodontist. Perhaps he can recommend something that will shorten the time and lessen the cost of treatment.
Help! I'm away on vacation and a filling fell out of my tooth.
Go to a pharmacy and in the dental section you will find temporary filling material. They are easy to administer and work quite well.
One of my incisors is longer than the other. I'm ready to fix this, but how?
The solution to uneven front teeth really depends upon why the teeth are uneven. Without understanding the 'why', the treatment well could relapse over time.
My dentist told me I need a bridge. What is the process of getting a bridge?
A bridge is made by shaping the teeth for crowns which are adjacent to the space created by the lost tooth. Crowns are then made with a false tooth connecting them together. The READ MORE
A bridge is made by shaping the teeth for crowns which are adjacent to the space created by the lost tooth. Crowns are then made with a false tooth connecting them together. The multiple teeth together are called a bridge and will bridge over the space created by the lost tooth.
I'm terrified about having my wisdom teeth pulled! Can I request general anesthesia?
You can have general anesthesia. Whether the surgeon administers the anesthesia or hires an anesthesiologist, depends upon the surgeon and his training.
My son is having a cavity filled. Will he need anesthesia?
If he doesn't like pain, and who does like pain, then get anesthesia. The first rule in my office is "no pain". My patients like not having pain.
Can I get anesthesia two times in a time gap of just one month?
No problem having local anesthesia twice in a month. You might research why you are in need of the root canal; so that it doesn't happen to other teeth.
Can extreme gingivitis be life threatening?
Gingivitis is caused by germs, and these germs cause ulcers to form in the gums. Blood can escape through these ulcers causing bleeding gums and mouth odor, but moreimportantly READ MORE
Gingivitis is caused by germs, and these germs cause ulcers to form in the gums. Blood can escape through these ulcers causing bleeding gums and mouth odor, but moreimportantly the germs can penetrate through the same ulcers, get into the blood stream and set up shop anywhere in the body. I've personally known three people who developed brain infections from oral germs, one died, and another person who developed a heart infection. Maybe flossing and getting teeth cleaned regularly is more important than you realized?
In a fall, my tooth broke off in half. How can this be fixed?
Ouch! How horrible fracturing your front tooth! The restoration of this tooth involves many options. Depending upon how much tooth was lost, a crown or a veneer will be the best READ MORE
Ouch! How horrible fracturing your front tooth! The restoration of this tooth involves many options. Depending upon how much tooth was lost, a crown or a veneer will be the best long term option and look the most natural. If you decide to go this route, as the dentist to see photographs of previously made anterior restorations. Matching the color for a single tooth can be difficult and require a dentist with some expertise. Though most durable, these types of restoration will also come with the greater initial cost because of the lengthy process. It will last indefinitely making long term costs cost effective, but initial expense will be significantly greater. If cost is the primary concern, then have the tooth restored with composite which is primarily acrylic plastic. It is easier to apply, will cost less initially but will not last long term eventually requiring its replacement. So long term costs are greater and appearance is not as excellent.
Are teeth whitening toothpastes actually good?
Over the past forty years I've had patients use all the available methods for whitening teeth. I have not been impressed with any whitening toothpaste. Over the counter whitening READ MORE
Over the past forty years I've had patients use all the available methods for whitening teeth. I have not been impressed with any whitening toothpaste. Over the counter whitening aids are also not very effective. For that matter "power whitening" methods which are done in a single visit by a dentist also are very transient and the original color returns in a few weeks. For best results and longevity I have found that custom fitting whitening trays made by a dentist with a carbamide peroxide gel applied at home works the best.
The food gets stuck often in my braces. What is the best way to keep them clean?
This is a great question. You have probably found by now that flossing is impossible. This is the one time that I would recommend a WaterPic over floss.
Are mouthwashes safe for kids?
Mouthwashes are safe for kids so long as they are not swallowing large quantities. Many washes are predominantly alcohol; so check the label for ingredients. If you are concerned READ MORE
Mouthwashes are safe for kids so long as they are not swallowing large quantities. Many washes are predominantly alcohol; so check the label for ingredients. If you are concerned about preventing cavities, then more important is to brush thoroughly, floss a few times weekly, AVOID carbohydrates between meals and see a dentist regularly.
What is dentalveolar surgery?
Dentalveolar surgery involves removal of a small amount of bone hiding an impacted tooth.
I need a bite alignment procedure. What is this?
Sounds like you have a good dentist and oral surgeon. There is a very specific way that nature wants our teeth to contact with one another, both when biting straight down and when READ MORE
Sounds like you have a good dentist and oral surgeon. There is a very specific way that nature wants our teeth to contact with one another, both when biting straight down and when sliding the jaw side to side. Interferences in the bite can cause a whole host of problems. I adjust bites often and 90% of the time my patient looks at me and says their bite feels "better".
I have small boils developing around my gums. What could they be?
These boils are probably abscesses. You'd better see your dentist before the infections travels to another part of your body like your brain or heart.
