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Dr. R Lee Hinson

Dentistry
Little Rock, AR
40 years experience male

Locations

R Lee Hinson, Jr., DDS, MAGD, PA

Little Rock, AR

Address

5304 Mabelvale Pike, Little Rock, AR
Directions

About

Bio

Outdoors, hunting, travel, boating

Specialties
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Dentistry

Dentistry - Cosmetic

Dentistry - Endodontics

Dentistry - Periodontics

Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Languages spoken

English

Doctor Q&A

214 Answers
251 Agrees
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A 28-year-old male asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
This description: Sounds more like an ear issue. Please get with your pcp or an otolaryngologist for an exam.
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A 31-year-old member asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
Oral cancer is: On the rise world wide. Chronic irritation, over time, is a known factor in cancer development. Alcohol and tobacco are the major culprits! viruses a... Read More
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A 59-year-old male asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
Clinically obvious: Tissue improvement is an excellent assessment tool. With lanap, the bite/occlusion is vitally critical in success. If occlusion is deemed correct, hy... Read More
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A 49-year-old member asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
Two different items: Onlays restore structural issues with a tooth, usually suggested for decay issues, fractures, etc. That do not involve the pulp of the tooth. If decay... Read More
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A 32-year-old member asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
Rare to be: Cancer. More likely an irritation fibroma ( like a scar knot) from an injury or an irritated minor salivary gland with trapped secretions. Get your ... Read More
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A 38-year-old male asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
Post operative: Discomfort is more related to many other factors. E-cigar is way down on my list of possible causes of delayed healing or pain. Congrats on moving to... Read More
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A 47-year-old member asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
Many teeth that: Have active infection are extracted ever day all over the us. Very serious tooth related infections are treated with antibiotic prior to removal by s... Read More
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A 22-year-old female asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
Gums sometimes: Are irritated when crowns must be placed slightly below the gum line. Gums are generally very tough and rebound from cord application very quickly. Pl... Read More
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A 46-year-old member asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
Best thing is to : Schedule and evaluation appointment with an oral surgeon, otolaryngologist, or your pcp. Small salivary stones can block the "plumbing" with your gla... Read More
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A 49-year-old female asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
Skin reaction to: Amoxicillin may indicate allergy to the drug & related drugs (penicillin, ampicillin, augmentin...) please be careful in the future w these drugs & te... Read More
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A 33-year-old member asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
She may be suffering: From a condition known as burning mouth syndrome. There are no understood causes. Post menopausal women seem to be more affected. Treatments are gu... Read More
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A 18-year-old female asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
Not normal.: If this does not resolve in a day or two, please see your dentist, a periodontist, or an oral surgeon for evaluation. Your description suggests some t... Read More
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A 48-year-old member asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
If you can see it: And access it with a cotton swab, try a product called zilactin (many pharmacies carry). Place a small drop on the small swab and apply a thin coatin... Read More
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A 31-year-old member asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
A miserable issue: For sure. Canker: discontinue toothpaste that has sodium lauryl sulfate, limit acidic foods and try to avoid trauma of oral tissues w toothbrush/utens... Read More
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A 49-year-old member asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
May help: May help for post treatment symptoms . But accurately placed local anesthesia for the procedure is the "magic" for a painless root canal . I have fou... Read More
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A 33-year-old member asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
Depending on the: Surgical difficulty and other factors, some symptoms can persist up to 10 days or more. Upper wisdom teeth seem to resolve faster after surgery than l... Read More
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A 48-year-old female asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
Evaluate the cause: Of the mobility and suggest treatment. Loose tooth many times means lack of bone and gum tissue support. You may have periodontal disease. You may hav... Read More
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A 34-year-old member asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
Hydrogen peroxide 3%: Is the usual strength sold in stores. Over time, the 3% medication can change the balance of microbes in your mouth & you can develop an overgrowth in... Read More
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A 25-year-old male asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
Front teeth touching: And working together properly in chewing and jaw function is extremely important. Front teeth have a critical role for a having a healthy and stable ... Read More
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A 28-year-old female asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
No. This is very: Unlikely to be a pox lesion. Dental consult is needed. Source of the bump needs to be determined.
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A 45-year-old member asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
Yes, many patients w: Wisdom teeth that are erupted into the mouth can have bite issues which can correlate with TMJ problems. Exam and occlusal analysis can confirm this.... Read More
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A 29-year-old member asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
No great answer: Teeth that are beginning w symptoms that are mild to moderate usually respond well to nsaid's. As the tooth problem matures/worsens, I have not found ... Read More
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A 25-year-old male asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
Erupting 3rd molars: Can certainly be painful. You need a dental exam to eval the issue & get the best care/treatment. In the mean time, rinse with warm salt water (just a... Read More
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A 23-year-old male asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
Porcelain laminates: Can last that long. I have a case that's 29 years and going. Depends on the situation with occlusion, pre-treatment tooth damage, doctor technique, an... Read More
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A 23-year-old male asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
Teeth wear : Daily. Restored teeth need dental materials that are similar to natural teeth to minimize wear issues. There are many good choices now days. Porcelain... Read More
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A 21-year-old male asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
Lymph nodes: React to infection and other issues, as they are the receptacles of drainage from an adjacent problem. Your answer is : likely the same nodes. The c... Read More
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A 18-year-old female asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
My recommendation: Is 24-48 hours. Liqiuds and very soft food first, then ease into "normal". Your surgeon should have given specific instructions on food, please follow... Read More
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A 41-year-old member asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
Yes it can: The chewing surface of front teeth can become chipped, worn or damaged as the result of excessive wear, malocclusion, para functional habits, bruxism ... Read More
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A 16-year-old female asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
I have removed : Wisdom teeth for 32 years and can say that removal with local anesthic only is "do-able". However, many patients prefer sedation or general anesthes... Read More
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A 38-year-old member asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
This auto immune: Disease is usually treated with steroid therapy. Your dentist will prescribe topical steroid ointments and/or systemic steroids for the condition. Thi... Read More
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A 21-year-old female asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
Ear discharge is: Unrelated to wisdom teeth. See your md about the ear issue.
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A 31-year-old member asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
First, have a: Consult with a plastic surgeon and/or an oral /maxillofacial surgeon. Your general dentist may have referral suggestions. Your options regarding the l... Read More
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A 35-year-old member asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
My list for you:: 1)maintain excellent oral hygiene prior to surgery and get your teeth cleaned professionaly. 2) follow all pre-op instructions from your surgeon. 3) ... Read More
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A 41-year-old member asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
First, a fistula is : An opening between two spaces & may or may not be related to infection (sinus to mouth opening) a dental sinus tract is an infection drainage outlet ... Read More
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A 32-year-old member asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
Canker (apthous): Ulcer sores could mimic toothache pain, but it is usually a distinguishable symptom. Easy ways to test. The nerves that connect to your teeth & an ora... Read More
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A 42-year-old male asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
Maybe: Typical and proper bite splint therapy should help resolve muscles in days, not months. Occlusion must be corrected, if possible, in conjunction w sp... Read More
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A 32-year-old female asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
If exam of the: Tooth finds no fracture or decay, and, if there is no trauma history either recent or in years past, the occlusion or bite is suspect! the bite may h... Read More
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A 24-year-old female asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
Retained baby teeth: In an adult are often associated w missing permanent teeth. The adult tooth simply wasnt there to help the baby tooth exfoliate. A thorough dental ex... Read More
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A 22-year-old female asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
Assuming you: Are not allergic to the penicillin family of antibiotics, you should have little concern with the prescribed medication, even w pregnancy. Check with ... Read More
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A 41-year-old member asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
Oral candida : Infection usually occurs as a result of taking antibiotic, steroids, or both, or w immune system issues. Treat w rx antifungals. Depending on the situ... Read More
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A 47-year-old member asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
Expect soreness: For 7-10 days. Your surgeon should supply medications to help and keep your post surgical morbidity at a minimum. Good luck.
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A 30-year-old member asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
Yes. Good: Surgical technique by the surgeon to preserve bone is very important to help. Bone grafting in the socket is also an excellent idea for preservation.... Read More
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A 49-year-old member asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
Dental anesthetic : Meds and the sedation meds normally used in dental settings are unlikely to cause a problem when used on patients taking celexa (citalopram). However,... Read More
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A 49-year-old female asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
I suggest you: Delay the crown restoration on the root canal tooth until all symptoms are resolved and all questions answered as to your ongoing issues. You may have... Read More
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A 44-year-old member asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
Yes. It is very easy: To tell the difference between a deciduous tooth and a permanent tooth.
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A 30-year-old member asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
Try Zilactin B, : An over the counter medication found in pharmacies. Dry area, apply thin layer, let it dry and turn white. Your dentist can prescribe a steroid in a ... Read More
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A 49-year-old member asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
Canker sores are: Not infectious to others. Herpes lesions are infectious to others. Have your dentist check your issues closely and explain further. Treatment is avai... Read More
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A 21-year-old male asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
There are many: Possible causes. One is dental related and includes possible jaw joint (TMJ) issues, chewing muscle issues, and the way your teeth contact. See your p... Read More
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A 32-year-old member asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
Canker sores: Are called recurrent apthous stomatitis or trauma ulcers. There is a relationship to immune system issues. These can be quite painful for a few days, ... Read More
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A 32-year-old member asked:
Dr. R Lee Hinson
Dentistry 40 years experience
Your description: Sounds like recurrent apthous stomatitis or a trauma ulcer. There is a relationship to immune system issues. These can be quite painful for a few days... Read More
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Testimonials
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Jun 8, 2013
I commend Dr. Hinson for his vast knowledge, along with his consistently thorough, to the point and well articulated common sense answers and advice.
Aug 9, 2013
Love the answers. Show a caring, knowledgeable clinician.
Mar 20, 2015
Great Doc
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Awards

Top Doctor, Second Place, Arkansas - Summer
2013
Thought Leader, Second Place, Little Rock Region, AR - Summer
2013
Top Dentist, First Place, Arkansas - Summer
2013
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