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had amazing results with a lot less plaque. Anyone use or recommend it? Xylitol Toothpastes have come into the market in the last 10 years as it was shown that xylitol can help prevent caries/decay. The company Spry is really the market leader here with toothpastes, candies, gums, etc. While
August 26, 2014
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appointments to maintain their oral health. As a result, they can develop problems with their teeth and gums, including cavities,periodontal disease, or worse. Failure to have these conditions treated could cause them to worsen over time and lead to more urgent issues, such as infection or bone loss
July 15, 2019
by edimulya100
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It seems to me that it is well established that when a patient consults for sensitivity, you look at the teeth and you notice incisal wear, as well as receding inflamed gums, with a high frenum, no keratinized attached gingiva, you should recommend grafting and a night guard. That is exactly what
November 18, 2015
Patient Communication / Education
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immediately. The conventional dentures are affixed after the teeth removal and the gum tissues had started healing. The conventional dentures are placed in about 8 to 12 weeks of post teeth removal. However, the immediate dentures do not require any healing time. It can be affixed as soon as the removal
April 25, 2016
by Tariq Drabu
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you should have is noticing blood on your toothbrush after brushing. advised that gum disease is a very serious concern for anyone and gingivitis, which is the milder form of gum disease often shows bleeding during brushing. This means that your toothbrush may show signs of blood. If you do
July 22, 2016
by Tariqdrabu
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55yrs old male patient. History of previous chewable tobacco use. Now uses nicotine replacement chewing gum and 10-15 happydent chewing gums to aid with cessation. I am assuming that this is the cause of these lesions. How to go about treating them. My experience with RMGI's has been
July 05, 2019
Restorative Dentistry
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Crown #15 had an gumline level margin. Decay was at least 3mm below the margin and the gums. The main problem was going to be access. Since I felt decay going up into the crown, I cut out the bottom 2mm of the metal crown margin. I created the lower part by trimming away enough gum tissue so I
November 05, 2014
Laser Dentistry
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aren't busy enough. This is in line with replacing silver fillings that are perfectly good due to mercury toxicity.polishing porcelain??? some dentists are just plain crazy I...So talked to the owner and the broker just misspoke. Owner calls it gum rejuvenation and when I pressed further
July 29, 2015
Fixed Prosthodontics
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research on Youtube and combined the perceived benefits of oil pulling with the magic of Apple Cider vinegar... after a 5 minute pulling with the Apple Cider, her gums started tingling... will try to dig up pics but her gums eerily look similiar to those you posted... Are you sure your patient hasn't
December 27, 2017
Oral Pathology
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appointments to maintain their oral health. As a result, they can develop problems with their teeth and gums, including cavities,periodontal disease, or worse. Failure to have these conditions treated could cause them to worsen over time and lead to more urgent issues, such as infection or bone loss
June 09, 2019
by edimulya100
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Hello all, I posted this on oral pathology, but wanted to run it by you all. One of my 12Y girl patients is getting braces Monday and the orthodontist sent her to me to look at a white spot on her gums between 28 and 29. The lesion is 1mm round, well defined, non-ulcerated, and doesn't slough. All
March 16, 2017
Pediatric Dentistry
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always warn patients with short clinical crowns that their gums will be sore for a week or so and prescribe chlorhexidine rinse...why? Because I go to town on that retromolar pad area. I drill away a ton of gum in order to drop that margin down to get enough ferrule and clearance. It does result
October 26, 2016
Fixed Prosthodontics
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to have suction PRIMARILY. Those are for healing and therefore made to reduce pressure on your gums. Soft reline after a month or two should help with a tighter fit, though. 5. Permanent dentures will have a higher chance of giving you suction. Yearly hard reline is a good solution to keep up
October 10, 2016
by Jimmy90
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that say that periodontal pathogens - gram negative anaerobes - could be a cause of Rheumatoid arthritis. There is also a much greater incidence of periodontitis in Sjogrens syndrome than in a normal population. Those gums look very inflamed. Also, there are other studies that link auto-immune diseases
June 06, 2016
Restorative Dentistry
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of a tooth Swelling or pain in the gums A pimple on the gums that will not go away Root canal therapy isn’t something you should shy away from; it’s a treatment that can save you from a lot of pain and expensive procedures down the road. Please contact Columbia
July 15, 2017
by GrayMoore
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I thought I would share this interesting case. The 56 year old female patient presented to my office two weeks ago referred from her GD. She complains of swelling in the gums since January. She had been prescribed Peridex for the last 5 weeks but the swelling seems to be getting worse. Histoyr
June 17, 2014
Oral Pathology
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is really important as it will help you in catching problems like tooth decay, gum related disease, trauma, or some kind of cancer at a very early stage. If your tooth decayed, you can contact . 2. Count the years. Usually toddlers and people of older ages come under the dental health radar and so
May 09, 2016
by Tariq Drabu
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Dental implants are the best solution currently available to replace a missing tooth and represent a major advance over dentures. However, there may be times when a dental implant needs to be replaced prematurely due to local inflammation or gum disease. Phototherapy using light To solve
September 12, 2022
by francescap
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Dental implants are the best solution currently available to replace a missing tooth and represent a major advance over dentures. However, there may be times when a dental implant needs to be replaced prematurely due to local inflammation or gum disease. Phototherapy using light To solve
September 12, 2022
by francescap
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; Whats the high smile line? Probably doesnt show the gum line so Id just prep to that area. Document what she didnt want done which was optional. She actually has a pretty low smile line and doesnt show gums. I would make it equigingival and also enter in the notes that she refused other options
September 28, 2022
Cosmetic Dentistry
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wires, but usually upside down, so it was like a lift wire. That is the wire would go up preventing it from impinging on the gum tissue as easily. Later on, and as a result of the staff forgetting to order drop wires and also misplacing the tube crimpers, I have started using the three prong wire
April 21, 2023
Pediatric Dentistry
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Is it OK to have a patient wear regular dentures while implants are integrating? Can the implants have healing abutments on or do they need cover screws? I'm not sure if suction and/or gum compression from the denture over the implants would cause integration problems. Sure you can do
January 17, 2024
Removable Prosthodontics
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Just had a patient that has a port and for last two years been undergoing chemo for cervical cancer. About a week ago she noticed bleeding gums that will bleed for few minutes after brushing. Last dental cleaning was 3 years ago. Radiographs show heavy supra and subgingival calculus and moderate
June 26, 2024
Oral Pathology
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tell them they may need crown lengthening some day if the tissue doesn't cooperate. . Nobody has. I may stop saying it. Sorry Giacomo. I am the opposite, I will shy away from restoring #5 if it looks like this. I see too many people with their 1st upper premolars fractured at the gum line after being
April 29, 2026
Restorative Dentistry
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clean and gums healthy in underserved communities and for all underserved populations. What we show to America, is a longstanding opposition to workforce related research, going back to the 1950s, one which has been well funded and strongly supported by organized dentistry. But for the foundations
April 28, 2022
Ethical Issues
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. If the treatment is appropriate, the patient is healthy, a true candidate, and the patient is of sound mind and understands the risk/benefits of the procedure, I treat these patients like the adult adults that they are and fix their diseased mouths. If they choose not to take care of it, thats
January 31, 2025
Implant Controversies
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Woman Grows Hairs Out of Her Gums in Extremely Rare Medical Case
February 05, 2020
Periodontics
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Is It Normal For Your Gums To Bleed More Around Your Period? Gross.Sexism is gross
September 20, 2018
Periodontics
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http://www.dentalbuzz.com/2014/03/04/crest-imbeds-plastic-in-our-gums/...
September 18, 2015
Pediatric Dentistry
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http://www.dentalbuzz.com/2014/03/04/crest-imbeds-plastic-in-our-gums/...
September 18, 2015
Dentistry In The News
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Does anyone know of a periodontist in San Francisco who specializes in gum grafts? Thanks!
October 09, 2019
Periodontics
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Scientists at Forsyth have discovered the protein TG2 is a key component in the process of gum disease.
March 29, 2014
Periodontics
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Bacteria found lurking in gums could trigger an early death in patients with liver disease.
May 29, 2017
The Oral-Systemic Health Connection
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Older women with gum disease face higher risk of early death, study says.
April 09, 2017
Periodontics
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Gum disease having devastating impact on general health and well-being warn dentists
March 21, 2018
Periodontics
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This patient presented to me as a healthy young 32 year old male today as a new patient this evening. The patient reports having a fractured and infected lower right second molar extracted in Egypt 6 months ago and CBCT taken within the last month. Upon seeing the significant radiolucency on his
July 22, 2016
Implantology
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? TIA! Great idea and she will keep her staff healthier. Healthier staff means less time off. I have hosted a variety of programs from bringing in a trainer to watch how we work and then offer suggestions to a fit bit challenge. It builds team and shows the staff that your wife cares about them and their staying healthy. KudosApparently, flossing is a sport according to Google Fit.
October 21, 2018
Stretching / Exercise for the Dental Professional
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What % of hygiene to overall production do you feel is a healthy number? I have heard that hygiene should make up a minimum of 35% of the total production for a healthy practice but our practice is struggling to reach that number. For example: Office production is $14,000.00 for the day
August 12, 2015
Practice Management & Administrative Forum
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Hey any updates on this...Any decreased sensation to lip/chin/gums on that...Sorta reminds me of this case....
October 25, 2017
Endodontics -- The ENDO Files
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. I've seen a transition so we were taught a lot of surgery. You know, cut the gums away and let the restorative dentist worry about everything else. Our job was just to make sure everybody had no pockets. You couldn't even do immediate implants. That was almost standard, like oh take the tooth out
May 20, 2016
by howard
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you drink, the healthier you will be overall. Water can also help to restore a healthy PH balance in your mouth that will lower mouth bacteria and plaque. Chai Tea (Good) One of theis that it is a good alternative to traditional teas that will stain your teeth. When you are drinking chai tea
April 25, 2019
by drmmills
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Women trying for a baby are FOUR TIMES less likely to get pregnant within a year if they have gum disease.
June 22, 2017
The Oral-Systemic Health Connection
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This week were co-interviewed about their wellness/whole person approach to healthcare, their work and leadership in the healthcare industry, and their promotion of living a healthy lifestyle. As more people are interested in learning about the connection between physicians, dentists
February 19, 2017
by danarockey
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I just saw this from the AAPD. I am not too impressed with the diet suggestions as mouth healthy treats? Almost everything has sugar or starch. Maybe turkey jerky would have been better? Yes, I recall a couple years ago they posted a cute graphic for halloween recommending suckers
November 22, 2017
Pediatric Dentistry
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What PPE Does OSHA Recommend? Firstly, OSHA recommends PPE for two types of procedures. The first type includes care for suspected or confirmed COVID-19 patients. The second type are procedures that generate aerosols on healthy patients. For these procedures, OSHA suggests wearing: Gloves
October 09, 2020
by Smart Training
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esthetics. That's the thing... I don't know that doing anything with the posts is going to affect the metal oxide in the tissue. That's pretty much there for good as I understand it. Well, you won't find out how much better it will get until you remove the posts. I have seen some OPs tattoo the gums
August 18, 2014
Cosmetic Dentistry
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one made. Patient has had gaps for a long time, so I suspect they wouldn't complain about waiting for healing as it gives a better esthetic result. It's tough when the patient wants to look superb but doesn't have the cash to get the best thing. LarryFlexible partials are gum strippers. Expect
May 09, 2016
Removable Prosthodontics
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the following week and do the filling...I noted a Crack and told her about it... patient comes back in Sept 2015 indicating her gums bleed a lot (which they do) between the molar and premolar. the contact was light so I suggested I would tighten it for her... I also mentioned it could be from
April 12, 2016
Patient Communication / Education
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. . Reactive sub-pontine exostosis. The body added bone there and the gums followed. If anybody figures out how to predictably do that artificially, they will be a billionaire.
December 02, 2022
Oral Pathology
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the crown (sandblast, z-prime, Unicem 2). She was pretty sensitive throughout the appointment-- in hindsight, I should have numbed her. Roughed up the gums abit cleaning up cement, and at the end of the appointment she said she felt like her gums were on fire. Fast forward another 2 weeks
December 14, 2017
Fixed Prosthodontics
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