How many fillings at one visit?
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I had an extensive amount of dental work done in one visit. I hired an anesthesiologist and was out for the 5 hours it took to do everything. \n\nI worked in a dental office and generally it was up to the patient how much work was done at once. Fillings arent usually horribly time consuming so it shouldnt be a problem to have as much done as you want.
371504
I've read a few articles and they say 2-3 times a week is about normal.  It depends on your busy schedules as well.  A lot of couples are lucky to get 1 in a week.
742520
"Generally," I like to see 20-25 years service, but we sometimes see more.  I've been in practice 30 years and I am JUST now starting to see some failures that are attributable to material failure of the fillings.\n\nIt's often the tooth that breaks, though, or gets new decay.
455775
I'm a registered dental hygienist and there is no way to tell  how long a person can hold out w/ getting a filling. I would say if you don't see holes in your teeth when you look in the mirror, you can probally wait til september as long as u are brushing twice a day, everyday, and stay away from cigarettes and Mountain Dew. If u see holes in your teeth, I would get it done ASAP, before u wake up w/ a tooth ache on a Sunday morning or a Holiday when noone is at the office. FYI- If u ever get a toothache DO NOT LAY DOWN. Your blood will rush to your head and cause the tooth to ache even more!!! Good Luck
1050697
Stay away from refferal advertisments like 1-800 DENTIST they are just that paid advertisements.  \n\nThe best refferals come from happy patients who swear by their dentist.  Make sure the dentist know who sent you and why.  It only helps him want to keep his old patient happy.
95469
My own dentist asked that I bring my daughters in for a check-up after they had gotten their first teeth. I have had rather extensive dental work done because of poor dental health as a child/young adult, so I am almost obsessive about taking them to the dentist. I don't want them to have to go through all the procedures I have. I took them with me to every visit I have had. (I checked with the staff prior to bringing them, just to make sure they were allowed to be there.) I think it has helped them quite a bit in being comfortable with the dentist environment. I've never had a problem getting them to go. Of course, they haven't had any cavities. If that ever happens, I might not be able to easily convince them to go back! :)
1110197
it doesnt matter whether its 3 teeth or 13 that are getting filled on the same day - your mouth will feel pretty much the same. The sensation will return a few hours later than usual because they will have to numb your entire mouth as opposed to just one side, etc. But other than that you will have to be careful for a few days to chew very selectively and slowly - because it will be harder to get used to the new levels of your teeth (fillings have sealants placed on top of them to make sure they stay in place longer and those sealants may feel really high to you for a day or two)
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It is crucial that you go back and have your peridontal maintenance done in 3 mos!I don't know the severity of your infection,but your hygienist or dentist will remeasure your periodontal pockets and chart you healing.Dental floss can only go as deep as 4mm,so even after your are first deep scaled,areas of over 4mm will exist.Basically your homecare is missing millimiters of bacteria(millions upon millions of anaerobic pathogens),so another thorough deplaqueing in needed until you readings are 0-4mm.Now I do feel that $180 is a bit high for a perio. maintenance visit,but I live in the south where our fees are less.There is a great product called Arestin,where we place antibiotic directly into any unhealed pockets.It greatly increases your chance of healing and may reduce your need for surgery later.Ask if your office does Arestin therapy.Make sure your dental provider is willing to explain your periodontal disease to you completely,I get the feeling you were not informed of the WHY you needed the 3 mos. cleaning interval.If you are not satisfied,go elsewhere or seek the help of a periodontist(gum disease specialist).80% of tooth loss today is due to gum disease not decay,so it is a serious problem!!It also affects over 80% of people over age 35.Invest in an excellent electric brush such as the Sonicare or Oral B triumph,they remove much more plaque than and manual brush.Also you may get an electric flosser such as the oral b hummingbird or reach access flosser to help you floss more efficiently.
764185
The answer is quite general based on the size, and where the cavity is in the mouth. Whether a silver filling will suffice, or he wants the white kind that blend in. My dentist charges about $60 to fill a cavity in my molar. I would say medium size.
930629
Well, i can't say anything GumHelper (above) didn't!  So kudos there, GH - if you want a job in new hampshire, let me Know!!  :)\n\nsome people confuse bonded fillings with bonded veneers.  A filling is as described; sometimes to achieve the esthetic effect desired, a filling won't work; you need to make porcelein facade, which is NICER but way more expensive (like 700 inst of 120 dollars...)
1068725
check first with the local dentists for referrals
187166
First, the cost of these procedures will vary depending on where in the U.S. you are because of the cost of living differences.  \n\nAs for cleanings, if you are a new patient, you will probably be required to also have xrays taken and a new patient exam.  This could vary between about $70 - $300.  If you are an existing patient and do not need xrays you could pay as little as $40 - $100.\n\nFor fillings, it is going to vary due to the type of filling you choose... either a composite (tooth colored filling) or an amalgam (silver filling).  Another factor is how many surfaces the filling involves (or how big it is).  A filling could vary from about $50 - $300.
507995
Yes all dental cavities need to be filled.  Other types of cavities you can fill at your own discretion.
241390
I would not recommend putting off getting a filling if you have decay in your tooth.  If not treated the decay will only get larger and eventually spread into the nerve of the tooth causing infection.  If the decay reaches the nerve of your tooth, a mere filling will no longer be adequate... rather, you will have to have a root canal and a crown performed which are both quite costly procedures.  So, regardless of your personal reasons, get your tooth fixed as soon as possible.\n\nAs for recommended oral hygiene, you should be brushing 2-3 times per day using a soft toothbrush.  You should always be flossing at least once per day.
910385
Get laminates.  They are thin very strong and cheaper than fillings or crowns, and the results are spectacular!
879659
Do you mean other than waiting a couple hours?\n\nNope.\n\nI had a bunch of fillings (before I was a dentist!) right before a dress rehearsal for a (I'm not making this up) High School Musical.  Well, as the lead trumpet part, and unable to move half my lips, I can tell you, that was a bit tricky.\n\nGood luck!
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yes.. go see you dentist