How does a dentist tell whether you need a root canal?
When looking at an x-ray, what tells a dentist whether you need a root canal? Is one part of the tooth darker than other parts or something?
How come a dentist is not considered to be a doctor?
Most people tell me that a dentist is not considered a doctor. How come?
How can I become a dentist on the armed forces?
I’ve always wanted to be a dentist, but I also think I lack the discipline to make it through dental school. I think that an experience in the armed forces wll get me to the level of disciple I need to make it. My queston is what do I do Read more
Do you know a Maryland dentist who does not hardsell cosmetic procedures or try to force xrays and flouride?
Also, I am looking for a general dentist who has enough sense not to try to do dental implants themselves but works with a specialist. Also, I am looking for a dentist who is genuinely concerned about my health and not just out to make money.
How does dentist know how much to drill without an x-ray?
My son just came back from the dentist with a big silver filling in a permanent molar. The strange thing was that no x-ray was taken. The dentist just felt around with pick and then did a lot of drilling. Was the cavity really as big as it looks. Or Read more
How do I talk a dentist into extracting my abscessed tooth instead of pushing for a root canal?
abscessed top back molar been infected for over 3 years. Been to dentist after dentist who refuses to extract it. They want to give me a root canal instead. So for 3 years the only positive thing I got out of any dentist was prescribed antibiotics and surgically draining the Read more
How do you trust a dentist that says your kids need braces?
Understanding that dentists run a business to generate profits, it seems most will recommend braces for kids. How do you know if they really need them? A couple of dentist have said they are necessary due to an overbite, but isn’t a slight overbite normal. When do you know that Read more
What is the salary of a dentist in a communist country/time?
Are you living in communist country, or do you know any body who does? Or can you help us with information on dentists living in communist countries in the past and/or present.
-What is their standard of living as a dentist?
-What is their monthly or yearly salary as a Read more
How often should we visit the dentist?
I visit the dentist every 6 months. Reason being, I currently wear braces and it can be difficult to clean my teeth properly as plaque always seems to find it’s way under my gums. Every time I go to the dentist I am in need of a deep cleaning. Should Read more
Can a dental hygienist tell a dentist to put on clean gloves?
If a dental hygienist notices that a dentist forgot to put on a fresh pair of gloves between patients, would it be okay for her to say something to the dentist (in front of the patient)? What would be the best way to solve this problem? The dentist has done Read more
