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or the mold of your mouth. Partial require a careful measurement and examination of your gums, teeth, and mouth. The measurement process is pretty simple. The dentist will look at any remaining teeth and determine if they can be used for supporting a denture or if they need to be removed. Its usually
December 17, 2014
by mckinleydental
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think he was? He must be young because he still has mamelon groves on his teeth. A mamelon (from French mamelon, nipple) is one of three rounded protuberances which are present on the cutting edge of an incisor tooth when it first erupts through the gum. Mamelons appear on the mandibular and maxillary
July 31, 2019
Pediatric Dentistry
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.<br/>O: pt seems to be in real pain, with lower jaw jittering the whole time in office.<br/>Palpation on the gum and bone, and percussion generate positive response on #5 only, not any other teeth.<br/>No sign of bump, lump or anything; soft tissue looks normal.<br/>Tooth
August 26, 2014
Oral Pathology
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are a concern. Glad to know that now. I drew some pictures of where the gum line is likely to end up. She wanted to know if there was a way to get ideal aesthetics and we started talking about block grafts. There is an OMFS that does them about 20 miles away so she's going to explore that option. My
September 16, 2016
Implantology
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.... Apparently she likes the denture.... no word on the sex-life.....BUT.........does her man like the denture? or is he more of a gum guy? Hope there isn't any natural adhesive under the denture when she takes it out.... I had a patient in dental school ask if his perio would come back if he
August 23, 2014
Removable Prosthodontics
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/trays as an adjunct on people w/ gum disease. He is using a rinse of his own invention and/or oxyfresh in trays with a reservoir near the gum line instead of on the teeth (like a bleaching tray). Both seem to be a good idea to me. bump. Anyone?no. But curious as to why you think
December 14, 2017
Periodontics
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implants supposedly blamed me for her problem. Mind youshe wasnt bleeding at all because it was a really really small cut. Did I say that? Really really small. Deficiency of gum on the other hand were located at different site, and 3-4mm. Of course she also wasnt bleeding, as it was a small cut. She left
May 21, 2020
Ethical Issues
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8 year old , male child. History not able to cope treatment at GP office. Came in today for treatment. Sedation pre op done. NPO verifies twice with special emphasis that 8 year can possibly breach. Mom 100 % sure. Drugs administered. 10 min to start , assistant came to me that he swallowed gum
November 11, 2018
Pediatric Dentistry
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the root tip from the palatal root after it breaks off at the bottom of the post. If you want to be comfortable removing teeth like that all the time pm me. Next time, forget luxating it. Take a high speed and using a surgical length 557, cut the crown off at the gum line. Flat at the gum line
January 31, 2020
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
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What do you use for those people that can't sit through a prophy without discomfort? I use viscous lidocaine, but apparently the manufacture has discontinued that. Anyone have any other recommendations? For now I'm just rubbing topical over their gums but I find it an annoying process and would
December 31, 2016
Dental Supplies
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Please help me clarify these doubts. I understand that the treatment would vary depending on the patients age and how close the permanent is to eruption but for example if a patient is around 6 years old and comes in with a bubble on the gum adjacent to a molar that A)has been previously treated
July 22, 2018
Pediatric Dentistry
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in the gums, which is very painful if left untreated. Inflammation is an immune response to a perceived threat. By interacting with ECS receptors, CBD seems to act as a. CBD can improve sleep quality If you're experiencing breathing interruptions, such as sleep apnea, your sleep quality deteriorates. Most
May 21, 2020
by Luke Worlie
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currently? Are the gums inflamed? Hx of fever? PHGS is certainly a good differential. If none of the above, then switch to a SLS free toothpaste. Give the kid some Magic Mouthwash and Motrin for comfort. Nothing that I can think of except she started kindergarten a few weeks ago and I sometimes let
September 04, 2019
Pediatric Dentistry
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– they look like screws – are inserted into your gums and serve as a replacement for your tooth’s root. Your dentist fuses the implant with your jawbone so that it pokes out above your gum line. Your dentist covers the implant’s top with an abutment, and places a realistic
March 27, 2015
by Brent Cornelius
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for the cvek pulpotomy? Thx Thanks! The cvek was done with brasslers RRM and sealed with theracal.Backward Clamp? Lucky you. Seems you never had to do a gold foil for state boards... That's a gold foil clamp. It can be used to push the gums down on the facial so you can do cervical foils
February 17, 2016
Restorative Dentistry
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serious risks or damage to you in the future. Wisdom Teeth Removal One of the most common types of procedures an oral surgeon performs is wisdom tooth removal. It's necessary to remove wisdom teeth when they emerge improperly through the gums or don't align properly in the jaw. In some cases
February 28, 2020
by southgablesdental
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me the pain was coming from the gums and she pointed to the buccal area where the body of the implant would be. She told me she went to another dentist and he removed the implant crown and there was purulent discharge from the sulcus. He cleaned area and placed arestin. She said the pain hasn't
January 11, 2019
Implantology
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you wish. You need to do this to see where the gum and the bone is going to end up. Do NOT do this as an immediate implant! Once you know what you've got to work with - and once the patient can see where her gum ends up at - then you can plan the case sensibly. This may well be a case where
June 11, 2014
Implantology
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New grad here. I am having trouble coming up with a good treatment plan for this patient. 38 year old patient came in with #8 broken off near the gum line. #9 extensive decay to the bone. Pt. is asymptomatic. Pt. state he cannot afford implants. My thoughts are either: 1. RCT, post and core #8-9
November 04, 2019
Fixed Prosthodontics
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increase dramatically when patients have must therefore be maintained if you want to avoid having colorectal cancer. You can protect yourself from colorectal cancer simply by ensuring that you’re free from gum diseases. Observe proper brushing and flossing every day and make sure that you visit
July 10, 2015
by Charles Crawford
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. Your lips, gums and eyes are protected and covered from the UV light which activates the hydrogen peroxide. Between each session, a fresh, new layer of whitening gel is used after the old gel can be removed from the surface of your teeth. It’s best to have a general cleaning of your teeth done
August 04, 2015
by Charles Crawford
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Hey All, Looking for some insight. Have a new patient in today for an exam/prophy before a hip replacement in 2 weeks. She has 4s, 5s, 6s in the posterior. Lots of calculus and extremely puffy gums. Not a tremendous amount of bone loss. She needs SRP. Obviously I can't sign a release for her
October 22, 2018
Periodontics
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not have fibromyalgia, or any other type of chronic pain condition. I Thank everyone for their ideas! Is she a chronic gum chewer? I dont know the answer to that, but I will call her tomorrow and ask her. I know if I chew a lot of gum, my teeth will get sore. Thanks for your question.
May 19, 2021
Endodontics
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here?? I don't like all gold pontics--too much metal. Instead, metal occlusal with porcelain filling the space down to the gum. Here's one of mine that has been in for 38 years. Thats very good prognosis.How do you write prescription this to lab to avoid miscommunication.Like PFHNM with porcelain
March 10, 2021
Fixed Prosthodontics
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all you have to do is numb the patient, take a scaler and go around the top of the implant. You will feel the catch of the bone like calculus on a tooth. Then scrape at it, hack at it, whatever it takes to get it off. You will cut the gums, just like a good scaling and it will bleed. But once you
June 08, 2023
Implantology
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teeth with fake teeth along with part of the gums. Fake teeth dentures need much time to learn how to speak with and eat with, it needs training so you can get used to eating and speaking with Fake teeth dentures. 3. Dental Implants Dental implants fake teeth are an option with high range of being
April 25, 2023
by Anass Habrah
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acrylic if you want to do this in office. Get 1 tooth shade and 1 gum shade. You can bond this in chairside within minutes Will give it a try thanks for the link on Turbofix Thanks- I tried ordering through schein, but they said they only carry the powder (which makes zero sense). Any clue where I
December 15, 2023
Removable Prosthodontics
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to go to the hospital if her airway feels compromised. I will call her later tonight. My best guess is that I had a mild to moderate air emphysema in the buccal space. Correct. The crackle is the diagnostic give-away. Whenever you have floppy gums around a lower molar, take it easy on blowing air down
May 21, 2025
Restorative Dentistry
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around. The reason most don't put a tissue level in is the same reason you don't single stage something like this. 9 times out of 10, you get to the restorative phase and wish the gums were a little more..... Something. Here, you get to transport the tissue buccally at uncovery if you choose
June 08, 2025
Implantology
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, and the hygienist had the audacity to tell me I needed a deep cleaning! I brush twice a day, I floss (when I remember), and I use mouthwash. But she said I had gum disease! She was clearly just trying to scam me. I walked out. Message from the owner: If you floss “when you remember,” your
March 2025
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Episode 2: 2 Minute Body Reboot for Healthier Dental Practice The 1-2 minute time span in between your patients can be used to make you healthier! Join me as I discuss how a 2 minute reboot can reduce your pain and increase your energy level. Learn specific exercises and techniques to improve your dental practice and overall health.
November 01, 2016
by Dr Juanita Benedict
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McDonald’s unveiled the new “Happy” mascot today who has a huge, toothy smile for the new, healthier Happy Meal. Do you like Happy’s smile? Do you think the new Happy Meal is healthier? I thought this was the new lumineer mascot! ;-) It's a joke Denmat, don't send your lawyers after me again!
May 21, 2014
Nutrition
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at identical rates. The available research (and we need more) has shown differing rates, with Straumann being at the top. I have placed a lot of implants from other manufacturers but now prefer Straumann because of this. However, I do not think this is the issue with the OP's case. It's gum disease.i often
September 08, 2016
Implantology
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, phyto-nutrients and antioxidants. We need to watch how much of it we are eating, but it is healthy for us (same as with nuts and seeds). If you want to easily distinguish between junk food and healthy food, just remember that junk food is heavily processed and comes from a box, while a whole food comes
December 12, 2024
Cariology
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healthy food. Or ask kids to raise their hands and tell a story about when they went to the dentist. You will be amazed at the cute things kids say. Like the time I told a class of that germs were everywhere, on their desks (and their hands flew off their desks), and in their mouths
September 25, 2015
Pediatric Dentistry
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Gum disease could cost you your happiness says Dr. Kehinde Umeizudike BDS, MPH, FMCDS, Associate Professor of Periodontology, Department of Preventive Dentistry, University of Lagos, Nigeria Sure, you can fail an interview, lose a deal or business. If nothing else your love doesn't want
July 28, 2019
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Was extracting #17, partial tissue impacted, angled to the mesial. Put a heavy amount of force on it, patient stopped and said that she felt tingaling during extraction around gums of that tooth.. I immediately stopped, referred to OS. Anything else I should do, it was during figure eight
February 29, 2016
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
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and the top choices are birthday cake and bubble gum. I've tried most of them and they are yummy...Yep, Zooby, for me it's Chocolate, Birthday cake, and Turtle...Bump for morning...
November 19, 2014
Pediatric Dentistry
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First radiograph March 2021: Restored the decay Spring 2021 - Patient then went and had a partial denture fabricated at denture clinic Patient returns with loose tooth and bleeding gums October 2021: What happened???? Cause? Looks like external resorption.Laz I know it is external
October 05, 2021
Oral Pathology
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are higher than the centrals. Do we just maintain the gum line the fractured incisor as it is? Would you do soft tissue grafting to change the biotype? yes, thin biotype
January 03, 2021
Implantology
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4 month old, parent noticed it yesterday.<br/><br/>Non-wipeable, 3 of similar size on facial of gums. On palpation felt calcified. <br/><br/>Any feedback is good feedback, thanks!bohns noduleLooks like possibly being Bohn's nodules. If it is, they are mucous gland cysts
November 30, 2016
Pediatric Dentistry
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I saw a patient today he presented with what looks like pyogenic granulomas between all of his posterior teeth bilaterally. His gums on his lower anterior teeth also look as if they are beginning to develop the same lesions. I have a list of his drugs and have talked to his physician and he thinks it could be his Nifedipine. He has no history of seizure meds either. His oral hygiene is good. Any other suggestions on what can be going on here. Thanks!
June 01, 2016
Periodontics
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the retained root is stable clinically. the root surface above the gum line is dark but not soft.The root canal seems pretty wide from the xraywhich option do you prefer?1-exo+implant, or 2-Rct+post/core+crown Implant If you try and restore that root tip - I want to see it... Everything will last
February 08, 2020
Implantology
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Pt. comedy with crown broken at little above gum line. uoutine options. She wants something quick and easy. This is what I do. I offer r I offer routine options. She does not want any of those. Wants something quick and easy. Composite build up Dr. Terry style. Sorry for the poor mobile photography. Pt left with a huge smile on her face. I told her this may not last long. She says, no problem doc, we'll do it again.
June 05, 2018
Restorative Dentistry
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mean by a 'rigid occlusal surface cover that palatal cusp with minimal loss of tooth structure. That does not mean cut the entire palatal to the gum-line.
February 04, 2016
Restorative Dentistry
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This patient was obviously not happy with his smile but had been told the only way to correct this was to do ortho or extract 2 teeth. After making study model it was evident we had 2 problems: protruded central and a deficiency in space(width). So I reduced #8 almost to the gum line
February 21, 2018
Cosmetic Dentistry
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People are stupid and lazy... That's why.Haha, that maybe a correct observation, but really. Why is the mouth different and neglected more than any other part of the body? People would run to the emergency if their skin was bleeding a tiny bit for a few hours, but will be ok with bleeding gums
June 04, 2019
General Health
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28 yo female presented w/ pain in UL. As you see in the picture, multiple ulceration in the gum, with pain to palpation. My first impression was minor aphthous, but then they are in attached as well as unattached gingiva. Could they be anything other than... From that picture those all appear
September 19, 2015
Oral Pathology
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Patient's cc food get stuck between my teeth... This is what I see... There's a hole on the mesial of the #16. I repair that but not sure if the gums will reattach...going to send to perio but curious whether it's worth it to pocket reduce or just exo. Totally fixable with flap debridement
July 21, 2017
Periodontics
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Besides water flossers, irrigants ,Superfloss ,etc to get underneath -what paste do you recommend your patients brush their new prosthetic teeth and gums with? Thanks for replying I've had my full-arch patients try just about everything to clean their bridges over the years. This is what I get
August 31, 2017
Implantology
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