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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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The spaces between my teeth is increasing. What could be causing it?
Gaps develop later in life for a variety of reasons. If you have lost teeth, even back teeth, then the tooth contacts will not be stable and gaps can develop. Also after puberty READ MORE
Gaps develop later in life for a variety of reasons. If you have lost teeth, even back teeth, then the tooth contacts will not be stable and gaps can develop. Also after puberty our jaw bones continue to grow at around a millimeter per year. The upper and lower bones do not necessarily grow at the same rate which will create a need for either gaps or crowding.
Can spicy food cause mouth ulcers?
You are probably referring to aphthous ulcers or fever blisters. I've read that they are stimulated by stress, nuts, caffeine or chocolate. Not heard anything about spicy foods. READ MORE
You are probably referring to aphthous ulcers or fever blisters. I've read that they are stimulated by stress, nuts, caffeine or chocolate. Not heard anything about spicy foods.
What foods should I avoid with braces?
Avoid nuts and firm foods like steak. You don't want the brackets popping off and requiring additional trips to the dentist.
Would anesthesia be used during my root canal?
I would definitely recommend local anesthetics where the tooth is put to sleep. Otherwise you could experience excruciating pain. With anesthetics you will have no pain at all. READ MORE
I would definitely recommend local anesthetics where the tooth is put to sleep. Otherwise you could experience excruciating pain. With anesthetics you will have no pain at all.
Is it possible for my braces to become loose?
If they are loose, you will probably feel some movement in the brackets. Teeth will feel tight when braces are first adjusted, but as the teeth move, the tightness will go away. READ MORE
If they are loose, you will probably feel some movement in the brackets. Teeth will feel tight when braces are first adjusted, but as the teeth move, the tightness will go away.
Should I get Invisalign?
This is a complicated question. First what about your smile do you not like? Is it crowding, gaps, tooth color or tooth proportions? Invisalign will help with crowding, gaps and READ MORE
This is a complicated question. First what about your smile do you not like? Is it crowding, gaps, tooth color or tooth proportions? Invisalign will help with crowding, gaps and proportions. Color change can be accomplished by placing whitening gels in the Invisalign aligners. If the problem is tooth proportion, then Invisalign could be used in conjunction with veneers. If you do do Invisalign, be sure to get your bite adjusted at the end of treatment. It is often omitted but very important.
My son cracked his tooth and won't get if fixed. Are there any risks?
Cracked teeth expose the layer of tooth beneath the enamel called dentin. The dentin can develop tooth decay and it can allow germs to penetrate into the core of the tooth and READ MORE
Cracked teeth expose the layer of tooth beneath the enamel called dentin. The dentin can develop tooth decay and it can allow germs to penetrate into the core of the tooth and infect the pulp requiring the need for root canal therapy. Your son should see a dentist immediately and get a first hand opinion.
Does a teeth whitening have long-lasting effects?
This is a good question. Some teeth whitening methods are not long lasting. However I have found the best long term results from having a dentist make custom fitting trays and READ MORE
This is a good question. Some teeth whitening methods are not long lasting. However I have found the best long term results from having a dentist make custom fitting trays and apply whitening gels at home. This benefit should last for years.
How do I know if I need a root canal?
Root canals are done when the pulp in the center of the tooth becomes infected. You might feel pain or have swelling in the gums above the tooth. However you might not have any READ MORE
Root canals are done when the pulp in the center of the tooth becomes infected. You might feel pain or have swelling in the gums above the tooth. However you might not have any symptoms at all, but a dentist will be able to take an x-ray to see if there are any infections in the bone. Best to find a dentist who does not scare you and prevent dental problems. Prevention is healthier and cheaper in the long run.
Do cavities ever need to be refilled?
Cavities can be filled with a variety of materials, but basically there are the direct and indirect materials. Direct materials include silver amalgam and its tooth colored composite READ MORE
Cavities can be filled with a variety of materials, but basically there are the direct and indirect materials. Direct materials include silver amalgam and its tooth colored composite which is primarily acrylic plastic. They are placed in a single visit making them relatively cheap in the short term but on the average last only nine years making them expensive in the long term. Indirect restorations are gold and its tooth colored alternative ceramic. These are more difficult and time consuming to make but they last indefinitely, especially gold. Therefore the initial cost and health benefits are greater but the long term cost is less.
Will my increased sugar levels cause a problem to treat my gum disease?
High sugar levels will be greatly related to healing gums and bone. More importantly you are at risk of diabetes. Maybe best to reduce the intake of carbohydrates before things READ MORE
High sugar levels will be greatly related to healing gums and bone. More importantly you are at risk of diabetes. Maybe best to reduce the intake of carbohydrates before things get worse.
I need surgery on two impacted wisdom teeth. How long is the recovery after this procedure?
A week should be enough, but as with any surgery if complications happen, healing could take longer.
I have had 6 root canals in the past. I need another one now. Why is this?
You should find a dentist who emphasizes prevention. In my practice I go through entire weeks without finding a single cavity on patients of record. Most dentists do not emphasize READ MORE
You should find a dentist who emphasizes prevention. In my practice I go through entire weeks without finding a single cavity on patients of record. Most dentists do not emphasize prevention, and I think that is wrong because there is nothing that I can put into your teeth that is better than what you were born with making prevention so very important and healthier.
One of my molars is severely worn down. Can this be repaired?
It can be repaired, but first find out why it wore done and address the cause rather than just treating the symptom. You don't want other teeth to also wear down. Find a dentist READ MORE
It can be repaired, but first find out why it wore done and address the cause rather than just treating the symptom. You don't want other teeth to also wear down. Find a dentist who understands Occlusion.
One of my front teeth is shorter than the other. How to fix?
Hmm, this is a tricky question because unless you determine why the tooth is shorter, then any attempt to align the lengths will relapse. See your dentist and get a first hand READ MORE
Hmm, this is a tricky question because unless you determine why the tooth is shorter, then any attempt to align the lengths will relapse. See your dentist and get a first hand opinion.
Should I go for teeth cleanings more often?
Cleanings help prevent cavities, but there are more important things that you should be doing to prevent them. I seldom find cavities in patients of record in my practice. First READ MORE
Cleanings help prevent cavities, but there are more important things that you should be doing to prevent them. I seldom find cavities in patients of record in my practice. First of all do not eat carbohydrates between meals including fruits, breads, dairy and starches. You can eat nuts and veggies. Also floss at least every other day and use an electric tooth brush. If you haven't already, then get sealants on back teeth which have not yet decayed. Lastly find a dentist who emphasized these ideas as well as other forms of prevention. At your rate you will live to 100 but your teeth won't.
My front tooth just cracked. How can it be fixed?
How you repair your front tooth depends upon the size of the crack, how long you want the repair to last, how good you want the repair to look and how much you are willing to spend READ MORE
How you repair your front tooth depends upon the size of the crack, how long you want the repair to last, how good you want the repair to look and how much you are willing to spend on treatment. There are so many options that you really should visit a dentist and ask to see photographs of past front teeth that have been restored.
I have some back teeth missing. Should I consider dental implants?
You absolutely should consider implants before your teeth shift and the bone deteriorates. You don't have forever to get the implants placed.
Can my silver fillings be replaced with white fillings?
Here is the deal with silver fillings. They do a great job restoring a tooth for nine years on the average and then fall apart. Their tooth colored composite fillings look better READ MORE
Here is the deal with silver fillings. They do a great job restoring a tooth for nine years on the average and then fall apart. Their tooth colored composite fillings look better but are no more durable. They each cost about the same which is reasonably inexpensive in the short term, but because they don't last long term, they both become expensive in the long term both in terms of cost and in terms of health. Indirect restorations, gold and ceramic, cost more in the short term but last indefinitely making them both healthier and less costly in the long term.
Is gum disease hereditary?
Yes, when it comes to periodontitis (gum disease), genetics is enormously important. However more than half of the population has periodontitis and it is the leading cause of tooth READ MORE
Yes, when it comes to periodontitis (gum disease), genetics is enormously important. However more than half of the population has periodontitis and it is the leading cause of tooth loss. For that reason everyone should assume that they are prone to this damaging disease and take preventive precautions to protect their oral health. Of the most important preventive methods do the following: 1. visit a dentist at least once a year and get a periodontal probing done 2. use an electric toothbrush 3. floss at least every other day 4. have a dentist examine your teeth for occlusal interferences. 5. Absolutely do not use tobacco products. There are other things to do, but these are the most important. Remember that we are expected to live to 100, and to have teeth in our old age, we must care for them when we are young.
