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Cassandra Casto-Molina, DDS on Dental Solutions Cassandra Casto-Molina, DDS, practices at Progressive Dental Solutions as a general dentist. She graduated from West Virginia University with a B.S. in Exercise Physiology and a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. Dr. Casto-Molina practiced public health in rural West Virginia for four years to fulfill a desire to help an underserved population prior to moving to Pittsburgh.
Q: Is there anything your dentist should know about any medications or changes in your overall health status? Q: What are some of the more common dental health myths and what can you say to dispel those myths? Most people who get cavities do not realize that they have them at first. Not all cavities can be seen with the naked eye. Cavities in between your teeth need to be diagnosed with X-rays. If you wait until you have a bad toothache or an infection, the treatment to fix the tooth will be more complicated. Instead of a simple filling, you may need a root canal and a crown or maybe even a tooth extraction. Q: When is it the best time to brush your teeth in morning—before or after you eat and why? Q: What are some early signs of dental troubles? What should we be looking for? Q: Can you recommend some ways to whiten your teeth? A:There are several different ways to whiten your teeth. Sometimes a routine dental cleaning to remove surface staining is sufficient. Over the counter remedies such as whitening toothpastes or white strips will work for most people but do take longer because they are not as strong as what you can purchase at a dental office. Don’t hesitate to ask your dentist what they offer in their office. Custom made whitening trays with a professional strength gel are very effective at whitening. Most dental offices even offer an in office whitening system that will make a dramatic difference for some patients in just one visit. Your dentist will want to examine your teeth prior to whitening to ensure that they are healthy and you are a good candidate for this procedure. Keep in mind that any type of teeth whitening can cause sensitivity so if you already have sensitive teeth this may not be for you. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Cassandra Casto-Molina, please call (724) 942-5630 or visit www.progressivedentalsolutions.com. |
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