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Snoqualmie, WA
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Over my 20 years in the dental field, I’ve had opportunities to work with thousands of patients & hundreds of providers in 5 different states. Dentistry has changed immensely, yet people miss two things year after year: Dentistry can literally change lives; and second, the quest for those positive changes can be very simple.
After graduating from the top-ranked University of Michigan Dental School, I served as a dentist in the Air Force, followed by a number of years in private practice. During my advanced training residency at David Grant Medical Center, I completed over 2300 hours of advanced training across all recognized dental specialties. We are now able to offer the professionalism & advanced care of a much larger facility in the comfort & warmth of a small practice.
SpecialtiesDoctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Doctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Dentistry
Cosmetic Dentistry
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Pediatric Dentistry
Prosthodontics
Languages spoken
English
Doctor Q&A
334 Answers
70 Agrees
The number of answers this doctor has agreed with.
A 35-year-old member asked:
Dr. Gabriel Maloufanswered
Specializes in Dentistry
Over the counter, or: Lots of over the counter products can work. As compared to a professional option they are limited in their strength (concentration) and delivery (how ... Read More
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A 32-year-old male asked:
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Case by case...: Every patient is different. You are correct implying that infection & closeness to the nerve affect complexity, but in each case there are other ... Read More
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A 34-year-old female asked:
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Not likely...: Most people have visible veins under the tongue. This is normal and not worrisome for me. If other symptoms (like pain, swelling, bleeding, lumps et... Read More
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A 30-year-old member asked:
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Choices...: There are mouth rinse products available in many colors and flavors. Some actually help with your oral health (some do not make a significant differen... Read More
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A 33-year-old member asked:
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That's the goal!: The whole objective of cosmetic dentistry is to improve your smile. Options have become really advanced and it's exciting what we can do for our patie... Read More
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A 37-year-old member asked:
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Different solutions : Veneers and orthodontics (braces or invisalign etc) are different solutions for different problems. If you are considering one or the other, i would l... Read More
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A 48-year-old member asked:
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Teeth aren't solo: Teeth don't work alone, and your mouth is well-connected with the rest of your body. There are a myriad of factors that affect your teeth. Thus it cou... Read More
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A 37-year-old member asked:
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By your orthodontist: Nance appliances typically attach to upper molars using orthodontic bands. Your orthodontist or dentist can use a special band-remover to pull these ... Read More
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A 32-year-old male asked:
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You could do better.: You can stay alive on it for a short while. However, with the same amount of time and expense, you could do better. Plan a variety, eat healthier an... Read More
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A 32-year-old male asked:
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Just soap...: It's all in the chemistry: Soap is essentially a two-part molecule. One part attaches to the dirt (or foreign particles). The other part dissolves i... Read More
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A 32-year-old male asked:
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Call 911...: You hear it every time you get on an airplane: first put on your own oxygen mask, and then help others. Make sure you are safe, call 911, then help o... Read More
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A 45-year-old member asked:
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Yes!: Most teeth whitening products work. Stronger prescription products work better and faster; they also increase the risk of gum pain or tooth sensitivit... Read More
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A 28-year-old female asked:
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Yes and no...: You should seek regular care... Obviously if you are in pain, it will be high on your priority list to get it gone and move on. One of the wisest deci... Read More
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A 29-year-old member asked:
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& when U come up 4..: When you come up for air, one of the wisest decisions you can make (if you haven't already), is to regularly visit your provider to prevent surprises ... Read More
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It's a big deal: Aggressively modify the source of the decay (figure out when he's got sugar in his mouth and limit it to mealtime). Treatment options are highly case ... Read More
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A 25-year-old female asked:
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See your medical Dr.: This could be a number of things, some of which are very severe. I recommend you see your doctor or dentist as soon as possible ;-).
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Salt water: Salt water can help reduce swelling by reversing osmosis in the cells in your mouth. You still need a great oral hygiene and professional cleanings to... Read More
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A 40-year-old member asked:
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Dentistry...: Oral health falls on the line that split dentistry and medicine over 100 years ago. It could be called dentistry, oral pathology, oral medicine, maxi... Read More
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A 49-year-old female asked:
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You're right.: Absolutely correct, you need to see a dentist right away. Check in to public health clinics in your state or a dental school--these options often work... Read More
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A 59-year-old female asked:
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Follow-up: It's past time to follow-up with your dentist on this one. This should have resolved unless something additional is going on (which means further eval... Read More
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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Not usually ;): Depending on your individual pain threshold, your dentist can provide several levels of numbness to get you through the process without pain. Once you... Read More
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A 19-year-old male asked:
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Many possibilities.: This could be a number of different things, all with different solutions. See your physician for an appropriate referral :).
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A 49-year-old member asked:
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Why does it hurt?: If you recently had dental work, call your dentist. If you didn't, call your dentist. Like a splinter in your finger, dental pain exists because there... Read More
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A 45-year-old member asked:
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See your dentist :): Have your dentist look at it and give you options. It could require a lot of work, nothing or anywhere in between. The answer should be simple once yo... Read More
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A 33-year-old member asked:
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Indirectly, yes.: If this will be ongoing, you will want to work with your dentist to manage the increased risk of tooth decay. An ounce of prevention is often worth mo... Read More
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A 22-year-old male asked:
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Lots of things...: I would like to just give you a solution, but i can't without seeing your teeth. There are many possible causes for tooth staining. While some are per... Read More
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A 37-year-old member asked:
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Not a great idea.: If you have been to dental or hygiene school and really know what you're doing, you might pull this off. In the real world, prevention of dental disea... Read More
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A 32-year-old female asked:
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Agreed.: Time to call your dentist. It's common to have some discomfort after a root canal. Assess whether it's getting better or worse, when it hurts (if inte... Read More
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A 46-year-old member asked:
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The difference is U.: Most people could do an excellent job cleaning their teeth with any good toothbrush & floss. Brushing wrong will damage your teeth & gums. Choose a br... Read More
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A 34-year-old member asked:
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Sometimes.: You may find that (depending on what exactly needs to be done) that you have options. Both these providers are probably well advertised and confident.... Read More
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A 17-year-old male asked:
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Further evaluation.: It's important to consider how long have you been taking the antibiotics; they may take 24-48 hours to take effect. Also make sure they are the right ... Read More
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A 70-year-old female asked:
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Monitor...: If this remains unchanged for 2 weeks, set a follow-up appointment and discuss with your provider.
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A 63-year-old male asked:
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Ask questions.: Assuming the provider has adequate training & experience, you should be fine. Ask all your questions and determine the best course for you to be ... Read More
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A 28-year-old female asked:
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Explore further...: It is worthwhile to research the cause with your dentist or oral surgeon to verify there is not a bigger problem. It may be due to a habit or tendency... Read More
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A 44-year-old member asked:
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Dental care ASAP.: Like a splinter in your finger, dental pain exists because there is a problem. Would you take pain medication and antibiotics to manage the splinter? ... Read More
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Microbiology: Believe it or not, the biggest factor in tooth decay is not how clean they are (which is important) but how often the acid-producing-bacteria "eat." ... Read More
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Sometimes.: Depending on the reason for the soreness, solutions vary. Sensodyne makes a number of different products all intended for different specific applicat... Read More
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It depends...: There are different types of mastoidectomy procedures depending on your situation; some may result in a degree of hearing loss. Complications are unco... Read More
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Bye-bye wisdom teeth: This simply means removal of the wisdom teeth which are the third (and sometimes fourth molars). Molars are the bigger teeth toward the back of your ... Read More
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Dental treatment: A dental procedure is a dental treatment of some sort such as a filling, a cleaning or an extraction.
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Please do.: As always, keep you teeth and retainers as clean as you can, and wear them except when eating. More wear time helps your treatment continue to move in... Read More
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Agreed.: Grey color can be caused by anything from medication your mother took during pregnancy to fillings you had done years ago to something your eating now... Read More
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A simple procedure: While you shouldn't try to do it at home, dental fillings can be simple and almost painless. The short version: take out the decayed, broken and infec... Read More
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Many reasons...fear.: People who put off dental care for many reasons, often complex or personal. Common factors include fear (probably the majority), the cost of care, ign... Read More
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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Be Free...: Once you're clear of what ails you, make one of the wisest decisions you can (if you haven't already): regularly visit your dental provider and preven... Read More
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On the right track.: Pregnancy often results in swollen or bleeding gums because of the other things your immune system is busy doing. Make sure you are regularly brushing... Read More
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Synonymous.: You can use either term to refer to the same treatment.
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The journey...: Normal healing from wisdom tooth extraction includes some ongoing bleeding, swelling, pain and soreness. Depending on the complexity and other risk fa... Read More
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Barter: Consider trading work with a provider who needs your expertise.
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Upgrade!: Obviously if you are in pain, it will be high on your priority list to get it gone and move on. One of the wisest decisions you can make (if you have... Read More
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Dec 2, 2012
Dr. Malouf consistently gives outstanding answers which display his vast knowledge of all areas of dentistry, and is very articulate, precise and to the point.
Apr 8, 2015
Great doctor. Consistently gives thoughtful, insightful and expert advice.
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Mar 30, 2015
Dr. Malouf is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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This was very helpful. Thanks! My Florida based restorative general dentist used a hydraulic hammer to whack it off. He tried 20 times. I thought he would break something. I was scared. That is Florid...Read More
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This was very helpful. Thanks! I've had osseous surgery, apicoectomy, etc. A sinus lift was horrible with all the whacking to internally break the sinus bone. Needed more bone for implant. Never again...Read More
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This was very helpful. Thanks! This June 7th, I'll see the perio dds to ask about substituting allograph for a 1 tooth recessed spot. They will file claim. I called insurance co. to expect the claim s...Read More
Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
University of Michigan School of Dentistry
MD
Residency
David Grant Medical Center
Awards
Top Cosmetic Dentist, Second Place, Washington - Winter
2013
Top Cosmetic Dentist, Second Place, Washington - Summer
2013
Top Cosmetic Dentist, First Place, National - Spring
2016
Publications
Influence of parotid-sparing radiotherapy on xerostomia in head and neck cancer patients
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