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Dentistry

Mayfield Heights, OH

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I specialize in

Dentistry

I have been in practice

18 years

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English

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I am located at

Landerhaven Dental Associates

6009 Landerhaven Drive

Suite E

Mayfield Heights , OH 44124

Call 4407200544

I was educated and trained at

Medical / Graduate School

university of kentucky college of dentistry

2000

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I've won the following awards

America's Top Dentists 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013

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Dr. Joseph Leon answered:

Feels like popcorn stuck in my throat but i haven't eaten anything. I was stretching my cheek with tongue when pain started in throat. What is it? In brief: Have tonsils checked

Your tonsils are in the back of your throat approximately where the sides of your tongue attach.

They are formed with many small pockets that can collect food debris and at times they can be inflamed due to this. Have your physician check it out. ...See more

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I keep waking up with a thick white layer on my tongue that i was told is not thrush. What could it be then? In brief: Dry mouth

If you are a mouth breather, that can contribute to a thickening of the saliva while you sleep.

The surface of your tongue is covered with tiny "whisps" of skin that grow over time and contribute to the white appearance. It's always recommended to use a tongue scraper or to clean it with your toothbrush to avoid problems. ...See more

YEAST INFECTION (CANDIDIASIS) DENTISTRY THRUSH FEMALE HEALTH

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Does coffee cause cavities ? In brief: Not specifically

Coffee does not directly cause cavities, but there are several factors which can contribute to development of decay.

First, coffee can dry your mouth which prevents saliva from doing its full job of "rinsing" the teeth. Second, if you put sugar or other sweeteners in coffee, that can promote decay. ...See more

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My jaw is tense and my face has numb/tingly feeling going on from my chin to my right eye. Any ideas? I do have tmj. In brief: Possibly clenching

That does sound like symptoms related to clenching your teeth.

If you have had TMJ pain symptoms in the past, this could be a continuation or extension of that. I would recommend seeing your dentist for evaluation. ...See more

NUMBNESS OR TINGLING TMJ (TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT) DISORDERS

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My neck glands have been swallon for 2-3 months. I have headaches, dizziness, weakness/feel tired. I have bad joint pain/ furry-yellow tongue. Why? In brief: Get an appointment

Those symptoms can indicate a number of things which are not able to be specifically diagnosed without an exam. They are also serious enough for a long enough period of time that it would be very important to see a physician.

ASTHENIA DIZZINESS HEADACHE JOINT PAINS SPINNING SENSATION

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My sis is having tooth pain i think her milk tooth is getting out wht to do to reduce pain does she can eat icecreams? In brief: Wiggle a loose tooth

If it is a baby tooth, keep working on it.

If not, it may be a cavity which should be evaluated by a dentist.

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I have a sore throat, dry mouth, everytime i move my eyes i get chills, i feel cold, my body aches, and I am fighting a headache. In brief: Call a physician

You have a range of symptoms that can be linked to many causes.

It is important with the fever and headache to find out the true source.

BODY ACHES DRY MOUTH SYNDROME (XEROSTOMIA) HEADACHE VIRAL PHARYNGITIS THROAT PAIN

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Before treatment (so unrelated to any drug effects) can any cancers cause the symptom of dry mouth? In brief: Saliva glands

If the cancer affects the salivary glands, it could limit production.

Also, depending on other causative factors (tobacco, alcohol) there could be an overall dry mouth problem.

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Burned roof of mouth a few days ago now it still is sore and tissue is swollen could be infected how can I heal it faster? In brief: Old standby...

Rinsing with a dilute salt water mixture (1/2 tsp to 4 oz warm water) is an easy way to help.

Do it 4-5 times/day and be sure not to swallow it. The roof of your mouth takes up to 7-10 days to heal depending on location. If it seems to be worsening, contact your dentist. ...See more

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My 8 year old child's milk tooth is moving but not falling off. What can I do? In brief: Keep wiggling

Sometimes it takes quite a while for a tooth to loosen up and it is important to keep working on it.

If it goes too long, the gum can "grow" up into the tooth and make it difficult to remove with fingers alone.

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