Eric Linden, DMD, MSD, MPH

595 Chestnut Ridge Road, Suite 7
Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey 07677

(201) 307-0339

Monday 8:30AM–5PM
Tuesday 9:30AM–6PM
Wednesday Closed

Thursday 8:30AM–5PM
Friday 8:30AM–4:30PM
Saturday & Sunday Closed

What happens if retainers aren’t worn after mouth braces have been removed?

Category: Braces

Gums painful and swollen after getting braces

Q: I just got braces Monday October 1, 2012 and they are hurting. What can I do to take the pain away? I have never had braces. My gums are very sensitive. They are swollen too. So please help. A: I would suggest that you take anti inflammatories such as Advil or Motrin if you

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Can one continue with orthodontics despite periodontal disease?

Q: I have been newly diagnosed with periodontal disease. My pockets range from 2 to 4. I am currently in orthodontics; my orthodontist is now very conservative with moving my teeth. I have a severe overjet that causes daily headaches. I need my teeth aligned, is there reason to halt orthodontics… to limit moving teeth?

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Is periodontal surgery safe for children?

Q: Is periodontal surgery safe for children? A: Absolutely, if they need it. We do laser procedures on kids before braces. We also do what we call frenectomies (removal of excess gums attachments) and some gum removal if the teeth need to be exposed.

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Getting Braces after Receding Gum Surgery

Q: How long do you have to wait after getting a receding gum surgery to get braces? A: Depending on the goals of the surgical procedure, the wait time can vary from 4 weeks to 3 months. If a secondary procedure needs to be done, then the wait can be longer.

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