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Ken Zipkin BIE,DDS,MS
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Bachlor's in Industrial engineering
DDS from NYU 1971
Masters Degree in Orthodontics 1973
Lots of post grad educ. over all the years
Practices---Westbury and Glen Cove ,LI,NY
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Dentistry
Orthodontics
Sleep Medicine
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6 Agrees
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A 35-year-old member asked:
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Dentistry 50 years experience
Probably none: If the upper is protruded there is a skeletal jaw mismatch. Therefor , all the upper front teeth need backward movement. This is usually accomplished... Read More
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A 25-year-old male asked:
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Referred pain: Tmj dysfunction and associated pain can be elicited from the trapezius and other cranial related muscles. Thorough exam and treatment plans very often... Read More
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A 40-year-old member asked:
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Generally yes: My experience indicates that case selection is very important. Even the company admits that several additional sets of aligners may be necessary.
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A 44-year-old member asked:
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Possible correction: If the jaws align correctly and the lower teeth have spaces between them to allow retraction towards the tongue, alignment may be possible. This can b... Read More
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A 18-year-old female asked:
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Yes it can : In men, growth of the lower jaw can continue until age 21 or so. Usually, someone in the family has this problem as well.
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A 46-year-old member asked:
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Not painful: The aligners when placed, move the teeth very little and the discomfort is short lived. Once inserted, there is no more movement until the recommended... Read More
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A 34-year-old female asked:
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Not the removal: Your question sounds like it relates to what may have happened during treatment or even before. The white mark could be decalcification- a result of b... Read More
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A 41-year-old member asked:
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Almost anything: The tray fits too closely. Talk to your provider.
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A 46-year-old member asked:
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Please don't: Your orthodontist provided the retainer. The dr.Knows what to do and should be doing it.
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A 31-year-old member asked:
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Any dentist: It's always best to relate your desires to the treating dr. Whomever you choose to remove them will want to know why and should contact the treating o... Read More
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A 29-year-old male asked:
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Ceramic/ steel=same: Once treatment is complete retainers should be worn to stabilize the correction. Bones need to 'heal' around the teeth. Retainers can be looked at as ... Read More
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A 43-year-old member asked:
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Yes-see below: When upper and lower front teeth touch on their edges with no 'overlap' there is no over or under bite. This can happen by teeth out of place or an up... Read More
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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ALL ARE TRAINED: All orthodontists are dentists first and all understand function and cosmetics. All well trained orthos consider both as necessary treatment.
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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Yes: This is c alled a frenectomy. Most often it is done after the teeth are inclosed or better position so that healing will tend to keep the space closed... Read More
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A 46-year-old member asked:
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Possibly: The lower teeth will function on the plastic. That's not a good fit. However , if worn only at night, there may be no effect.
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A 44-year-old member asked:
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Depends on need: If you're interested in cosmetics during treatment, go with ceramics. A doctor must take into account the needs and desires of the patient. Both ... Read More
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A 40-year-old member asked:
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Two main ways: Either expand the size of the dental arch or gently slenderize some teeth so they'll fit in the existing arch.
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A 31-year-old member asked:
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Depends: A few hours wont hurt. Follow you orthodontists advice- he/she knows your situation.
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A 49-year-old member asked:
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See below: A hygienist is trained to clean teeth. An assistant is trained to aid the dr in his/her treatment of the patient.
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A 34-year-old member asked:
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No!: Once the teeth are gone , they're gone!
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A 33-year-old member asked:
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Yes: Crossbites and underbites can be 'dental' or orthopedic. In both cases there are treatments that will help.
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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Yes: They must and be comfortable.
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A 36-year-old member asked:
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Several reasons: Either he does not have them or your brackets are self closing and no " o" rings are required.
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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Forever: Work out a payment plan if you really want to help yourself.
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A 18-year-old male asked:
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Best to be healthy : Cavities and periodontal problems should be addressed first. Moving teeth ininflamed surroundings will cause bone loss and comprimise the final result... Read More
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Variable: Usually it's the muscles that can determine where the teeth will reside. Lower teeth ideally should rest just inside the upper front teeth. Orthodonti... Read More
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A 18-year-old member asked:
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Yes at various level: Don't kid yourself-any surgery can hurt after the procedure. Healing can be troublesome.
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A 29-year-old male asked:
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No problem: Teeth can loosen within days of 'braces being placed. The teeth could not have moved very much in two weeks. Most assuredly, those loose teeth will be... Read More
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A 29-year-old member asked:
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None: The dr prescribes headgear if treatment calls for it.
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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Depends if you care: If you have no problems biting food , chewing, no facial or joint dysfunctiuon, and you are happy with your smile---do what you like!
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A 34-year-old member asked:
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Many: Most TMJ treatment to reduce or eliminate pain or dysfunction does not require "braces".
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A 36-year-old member asked:
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There are many: There are invisible( tongue side braces), ceramic or steel braces , invisalign type treatment as well as removable appliances. The goal is to end trea... Read More
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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Clarity: Know what the problem seems to be and what about it bothers you. Tell the dr what your concerns are ( come in with a written list). Make sure all your... Read More
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A 48-year-old member asked:
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Nothing: If it goes into your stomach if you breath it into a lung , there can be problems.
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A 43-year-old member asked:
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Toss them: First, talk to your dr. I'm sure you'll still be responsible for all the fees so don't destroy them. Talk to the dr.
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A 41-year-old member asked:
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Uncomfortable: Your dr will describe the feelings and the ways you can reduce the discomfort. Remember, teeth don't want to move so they send messages to your brain ... Read More
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A 40-year-old member asked:
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No-you're helping: Everyone will have different opinions about your braces. The point is-you are helping yourself cosmetically and healthfully. Others all know that. So,... Read More
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A 36-year-old member asked:
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Neutral: If there are other problems like crooked or turned teeth, or if there is a bite problem we term that a malocclusion.
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A 37-year-old member asked:
I'm worried about my bite; i feel like i have a slight cross-bite. can this cause any dental issues?
Dr. Kenneth Zipkinanswered
Dentistry 50 years experience
Yes: Crossbite can be the start of several problems regarding the bite and muscles. Have it checked out.
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A 33-year-old member asked:
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Yes or no: Canines or any other teeth can be placed above or below the plane of occlusion depending on cosmetics and necessary function.
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A 30-year-old member asked:
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Yes: Braces are attached to the crowns of the teeth but its the roots that move within the bone.
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A 41-year-old member asked:
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Many things: Simple retainer type appliances, invisible braces or removable appliances---and it deoends on which tooth!
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A 19-year-old female asked:
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Hmmmm: Have your doctor check nearby teeth for need for root canal treatment.
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A 43-year-old member asked:
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Yes: If you want improvement of tooth positions and refuse to wear braces or standard removable appliances, invisalign type treatment is better as there's ... Read More
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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Ask your Dentist: In addition, ask friends whose children have braces for their experiences.
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A 49-year-old member asked:
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Aspirin: Or pain helpers like advil (ibuprofen) or motrin. Will only last a day.
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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Good ?: The one who knows most about treatment.
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See an ENT Dr: Those symptoms could be from many a problem. First see an ENT dr. If there's no medical problem, see a dentist who treats tmd/mpd problems . He/she wi... Read More
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A 43-year-old member asked:
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Depends on the probl: Both the specialist and generalist should be conferring for your best results. When all the information has been discussed a complete approach will us... Read More
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To apply forces diff: Whatever they are attached to will move in the direction of pull. This is true for ANY direction.
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Mar 20, 2015
Great doc!!
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Mar 31, 2015
Dr. Zipkin is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Mar 31, 2015
Dr. Zipkin is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Thank you, your answer was very helpful! Thank you for your honest answer without pressure to keep it on.
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Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
NYU
Graduated 1973MD
Residency
NYU
Completed 1973
Awards
Top Orthodontist, First Place, New York - Winter
2013
Top Orthodontist, Second Place, New York - Summer
2013
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