Doctor Q&A for Dr. Michael Cari
A 41-year-old member asked:
Dr. Michael Carianswered
Dentistry - Orthodontics 17 years experience
Seek an opinion: The best way to know is to seek an opinion for an orthodontist. The new patient exam usually includes radiographic examination for developing teeth an... Read More
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A 27-year-old male asked:
Dr. Michael Carianswered
Dentistry - Orthodontics 17 years experience
Depends: Tooth movement is an inflammatory process and is best treated with anti-inflammatories (nsaid's.) if you are unable to take nsaid's you can ask you or... Read More
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A 40-year-old member asked:
Dr. Michael Carianswered
Dentistry - Orthodontics 17 years experience
Floss Threader: I would recommend that you use a floss threader or floss with a stiff plastic end (e.g. Super floss) to allow you to floss between your teeth. You ins... Read More
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A male asked:
Dr. Michael Carianswered
Dentistry - Orthodontics 17 years experience
Development-tx needs: It is likely that the general dentist does not feel that any treatment is necessary at this time; however, the aao recommendation is really to allow a... Read More
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A 45-year-old member asked:
Dr. Michael Carianswered
Dentistry - Orthodontics 17 years experience
Seek opinion: It is best to seek an opinion of an orthodontist. By letting them examine you, they can determine the best course of treatment to correct your relaps... Read More
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A 36-year-old member asked:
Dr. Michael Carianswered
Dentistry - Orthodontics 17 years experience
Retainer Cleaner: Regular brushing of the retainer with toothpaste helps, but a professional retainer cleaner can be helpful too. Ask you orthodontist which product the... Read More
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A 45-year-old member asked:
Dr. Michael Carianswered
Dentistry - Orthodontics 17 years experience
Depends: Some orthodontist make certain types of retainers in-house so they can get them for you the same day. Others require outside lab services, so they can... Read More
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