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a stiff neck and his joint and muscle is very sore. Now I'm wondering if it's trigeminal neuralgia? Especially since we prepped for a crown last week. Or could it still be #3 needing endo? Yesterday we took a PA in that region and #3 looked perfectly healthy. If it's suspected TN, what is recommended tx
February 17, 2023
TMD and Occlusion
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and Diagnosis of Endodontic Disease Several signs may indicate you need a root canal, including severe pain or discomfort when biting down or chewing, sensitivity to hot and cold temperatures, swelling of the gums near the affected tooth, and a small bump on the gum line. If any of these symptoms
March 15, 2023
by Anass Habrah
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effective than certain medical interventions. A dental examination every six months, in addition to identifying caries and inflammatory changes, is essential for screening oral cavity oncological diseases. Malignant tumors on the mucous membrane of the gums, the inner surface of the cheeks, tongue
January 27, 2024
by FFD419
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and treating common dental issues such as cavities, gum disease, and tooth extractions. Dentists also perform routine cleanings, offer preventive care, and provide education on oral hygiene practices. They focus on comprehensive oral health. They provide services such as: -Routine Check-ups: Regular
March 25, 2025
by teethexpert
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tell me xylitol half decay and regrows gum tissue I just talked to a patient about her receding gums and she is going to use massage and coconut oil to regrow them. She's a nurse. The sentence in bold tells me all I need to know. I don;t know about that but I do know xylitol cures constipation well
June 18, 2025
Restorative Dentistry
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. Dear Alan, the exact determination of the location of the underlying bone acts as a prognostic indicator of future soft tissue level. There is no procedure up to date to work on the black triangles on implants, so gum drop is not working. The bone sets the tone. If you are interested on facial
June 21, 2017
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Less than 1 mm KT tissue with frenum pull Gum Drop Technique improved - less than 1 mm KT with frenum pull, almost 4 weeks results Next course - August 5th, my office California - sign upItaly course , September 29 Th 2017 - contact mario.cappellin@clinicacappellin.it 7 mm canine gum
February 27, 2018
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Gum Drop Technique at University Nevada Las Vegas , course organized by Implant Direct Final result - gums are stabilized
March 14, 2020
CE Comments / Suggestions / Events
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for. Hi there, I am working with studio lights and it's very hard to get the same shot . Thank you for your feedback ! Always good to hear it! 1 year follow up Gum Drop Technique - no blade , no membranes - 100 dollars in overhead per arch treating multiple root Recession areas Hello Robr, I
February 05, 2020
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University Michigan study by Romesh Nalliah DDS, MHCM finds Medicaid expansion made mouths healthier and helped with their work or job search. Objective: To investigate selfreported improved oral health and its mediators, and jobrelated outcomes, of Medicaid expansion beneficiaries in Michigan
April 01, 2021
Public Health Dentistry
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just counter that with normal healthy people dont get decay underneath the gums so a well buried margin will do incredibly well for many years - EVEN if the margin is not completely flush. being comfortable prepping deep also makes it possible for you to save teeth that others would deem hopeless. i
September 15, 2023
Fixed Prosthodontics
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and pipe smoking, is a leading cause of oral cancer in adults in the UK, followed closely by excessive alcohol intake and poor choices in diet. Recent research has shown that having a healthy lifestyle that excludes these triggers helps reduce the chances of being diagnosed with oral cancer later
April 17, 2017
by DentalAp
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sugar-free gum to stimulate saliva flow. Use dental sealants and fluoride treatments for added protection. While you cant entirely avoid exposure to cavity-causing bacteria, good oral hygiene and a healthy diet can significantly reduce the risk of developing cavities. Technically, yes. But in practice
November 21, 2024
Cariology
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the process of remaking her hybrid, which began with periodontal surgery to establish healthy gingiva. This involved maxillary and mandibular gum grafts, each of which required eight to 10 weeks of healing. Once the tissues were under control, a wax try-in was created, after which new titanium
November 2015
by Allison DiMatteo, BA, MPS and Rebecca Nobach, BS
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sure many/most of us who are over the age of 50 have some perio conditions that would qualify us for SRP either full quadrant or 1-3 teeth in a quadrant. How many of us would choose to have SRP done? Me, 60 years old, gums bleed a bit when I floss (twice a week). Gingiva generally healthy but with some
April 05, 2024
Hygiene Discussions
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procedure because it soothes gum tissue. Gargling or rinsing with salt water daily also alkalizes your oral pH balance, neutralizing the growth of harmful oral bacteria. Tongue Cleaning The thought of cleaning your tongue is hardly a party occasion and about as much fun as vacuuming the refrigerator vent
October 09, 2013
by DentInsStore
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of January)- the 4th week of January is Medical Group Practice Week. A medical group is 3 or medical professionals working together to treat patients. Thus, your dental practice is a Medical Group. Treat you and your team to some yummy (but healthy) goodies. February Children's Dental Health Month
January 28, 2021
by HolliDirectDental
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a radiograph to determine just how big that restoration is would also affect my decision to crown or not crown. taking away lots of healthy tooth structure needs to have a good reason to do so, How much tooth is possibly left after cleaning all that out? For me, I dont want to try to put that back
October 20, 2023
Restorative Dentistry
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and explained to the good doctor that if the men and women in this country had not had ortho on these millions of patients we would have had far more decalcification, decay, tooth loss, gum disease and recession. I told him his technique had merit but would only have favor to a select group willing to pay
May 12, 2014
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to ensure his company's dental services are available to everyone. Routinely seeing a dentist is essential since our teeth and gums are an important part of our overall health and well-being physically and mentally, said Bharat. Unfortunately, high-cost dentistry is a barrier for most patients. That's
December 04, 2020
by FFD419
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at the end of the term. I think everyone agrees that electric brushes are more effective than manual. So yes, it's treating (and/or aiding in preventing) a specific issue, gum disease. my patient is a federal employee.... No wonder he thinks he can work the system. I would say, Sorry dude, a fancy
May 04, 2017
Ethical Issues
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so 15 year old female walks into my office today complain of gum bleeding all her medical history indicates healthy otherwise i take a look at her gingiva and it scares me ! I also attempt to scale maxilla and her bleeding is uncontrollable and she is spitting a dark ( almost black ) blood , a lot
December 16, 2016
Oral Pathology
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at football games. On the contrary, pumpkins offer a cornucopia of health benefits, including benefits for our teeth. Zounds – They’ve Got Zinc! Pumpkins and pumpkin seeds contain teeth-friendly zinc. Zinc is essential to a healthy diet and help teeth stay strong. Many can lead to gum
October 21, 2015
by DentInsStore
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to feed on sugars that is why they are able to multiply exponentially inside the mouth since food is available for them. Once the balance between good and bad bacteria inside the mouth is no longer at an equilibrium then that is when dental issues arise such as tooth decay, periodontal diseases and gum
July 15, 2016
by GrayMoore
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This is a healthy 10 y/o. About 3 weeks ago he told his dad that he could see his teeth turning darker. He and his parents can't think of anything different with his diet lately. He has two older brothers and his dad says this is the first time this has ever happened to any of his kids. Any ideas
August 12, 2020
Pediatric Dentistry
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saving than traditional crowns and bridges, since dental implants. Sufficient amount of bone is needed to support the dental implants, and the ideal candidates are free of periodontal disease and have healthy dental history. Dental implants are intimately connected with the underlying bone and gum
August 28, 2018
by seodentals
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that develop in the first trimester of pregnancy. Cleft is the , about 2,650 babies are born with a cleft palate and 4,440 babies are born with a cleft lip with or without a cleft palate in the U.S. A cleft lip is the separation of the two sides of the lip, which includes the bone and gum
January 25, 2017
by DrGuillermoChacon
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in the day- now Zimmer. Thanks for posting. Darwin Years ago I saw a new patient for an exam. Saw the FMX prior to her visit, all four posterior quads restored on top of blade implants placed many years ago. I was pleased to see that they were all beautifully healthy and functional. I
February 25, 2016
Implantology
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for several months now, but the child does not complain of pain -Upon doing my TB prophy, indeed the gingiva began to bleed immediately No intraoral sores were found. Teeth were healthy. Thoughts? In your estimation, is home care good? Does mom report bleeding when she brushes? If this is just gingivitis
April 09, 2019
Pediatric Dentistry
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12 yo Female Otherwise healthy Symptoms 1. Low grade fever 2. Swollen lymph nodes (sub man) 3. Oral sores (gingiva, hard soft palate, tongue) 4. Malaise Has missed school for a week DD: Herpangina HFMD (both caused by EV) Herpetic Gingivostomatisis
April 20, 2018
Pediatric Dentistry
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I am not good at oral path! My patient (healthy 60yo female only taking synthroid) presented with these lesions and a CC of my gums keep blistering and peeling. She is a tough patient with a high tolerance for pain so she says she is doing alright but its uncomfortable. Areas are widespread
May 12, 2022
Oral Pathology
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but. My thoughts are if we do this, then I still likely will have gums and bone that I need to reduce. That still puts us at risk for ONOJ. I perused the forums and I came across a post about extruding quickly to reduce the need for gingivectomy or CCL. I would love any and all input, whether
January 09, 2024
Restorative Dentistry
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on the facial side relative to the rest of the sulcus, is there a way to get the band to get to depth without severing connective tissue attachment around the healthier part of the tooth? I will need to try dryz in that area, but even with careful prep, the gum is irritated enough to want to bleed
April 29, 2024
Restorative Dentistry
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about legal problems. When a patient is in severe pain for days with a tooth rotted off below the gum line, we extract it. I know of no other way to handle these dilemmas, but I am open to suggestions from those who know more than I do. I'm surprised any GPs want anything to do with these Zometa/Xgeva
January 05, 2020
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
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I recently had a 75 y/o gentleman come into our office as a new patient. Pt is relatively healthy but is on Warfarin due to some cardiac issues. Pt reported his last INR was 3.0 but is usually a little lower. Pt has had upper denture for many years. Pt needed 6 lower teeth extracted due
February 16, 2014
Periodontics
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aligner chewies for proper seating in case your aligners rub against your gums. If needed, visit your dentist or orthodontist; they can adjust your aligners for a better fit.3With these simple options, you'll quickly adapt and stay on track toward a confident and healthy smile. Worries About
February 12, 2025
by lockiesans
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Spear, but the positive reinforcement is from Homoly. For every one bad thing mention 3 good things. For example, a full mouth end stage perio extraction case you could say, Yes, you have bad gums but the gums not near the teeth are extremely healthy. After the teeth are gone, I would expect great
January 20, 2007
Cosmetic Dentistry
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This young healthy patient broke off the lingual half of #4 down into the gums about 3mm. Very painful. Although clearly no pulpal involvement. Clearly sufficient tooth structure above the gum line but so deep on the lingual. How do you handle these? Why is he in pain if no pulpal involvement
February 23, 2021
Bonding Products &Techniques
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Patient told me she likes using hydrogen peroxide daily because it makes her gums feel good. She asked me if that is ok. Thought I would check with you all if I should give her my blessing, or tell her not to use it? Thanks in advance. I wouldn't see a problem as long as they dilute it to a 50/50
June 11, 2023
Oral Pathology
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have patients walking out of my office all day long taking home an Oral B Triumph, Hydrofloss, Tooth and Gum tonic, and Pharmaden vitamins. I get people to care about their gum health. It just sounds like alot of docs on this forum have given up on their patients and that clearly shows up
October 16, 2023
CE Comments / Suggestions / Events
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and flossing is vital, and there is a huge amount of evidence behind this for the prevention of gum disease (and systemic problems linked to this such as heart disease), halitosis ands. Also by brushing we are giving ourselves a twice daily application of fluoride directly onto the teeth, which we know
September 15, 2019
by dralistairgraham
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oral pictures and show the appearance of the gum tissue. Is it red and inflamed or pink and healthy? Take pics of problem areas in the mouth. Are there broken fillings, decay, or open margins on crowns that are causing problems? Show them their x rays. Point out how their bone levels compare
December 23, 2014
by Karoline Biami
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with many oral health benefits, including: Chewing crunchy apples helps scrub stains off teeth The high water content of apples stimulates the saliva that helps prevent plaque Chewing apples helps massage gums, warding off periodontal disease The natural fibers in apples and apple skins help
September 29, 2015
by DentInsStore
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299 healthy adults (mean age 78) and 127 cognitively impaired adults (mean age 81), including 83 adults with mild cognitive impairment (greater than average for age-related memory loss) and 44 with Alzheimer's dementia. They measured brain volume and administered the mini-mental state exam over
May 29, 2014
by DrTupac
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A healthy team is a productive, high-functioning group. It leads to more growth for your practice, more profits made by your practice, and more lives being changed by your practice. In other words, a healthy team is what makes a practice successful. So, what makes a team healthy? Josey
July 26, 2019
by Dr Anissa Holmes
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For a single dental provider with a 3 op office These patients are non par + cash patients. Any idea on numbers? or at least a range? Thanks yes...How many days are you open? Are you doing hygiene? fish, The average GP, in an average market, with an average scope of treatment, with average...
January 29, 2014
Ask a Dental Consultant
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Any reason not to sign up for CHAMPS (Deadline Jan. 1, 2018)? Sign up or drop Healthy Kids? Anyone have an opinion? They're slowly sucking us in. I'm trying to register for CHAMPS right now, but the damn system won't let me. Whoever designed this whole convoluted registration process
February 13, 2018
Medicaid and Welfare Issues
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It’s a bit early for trees to start wowing us with autumn splendor, but daytime temperatures are dropping, the days are getting shorter and weekends are busy with fall festivals and football. Happily, there are delicious fall foods that are as good for our teeth as they are pleasant for our taste...
September 25, 2013
by DentInsStore
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Looking for ways to eat healthy to keep my energy up. I know all the basics but have a hard time with choices. My big problem is with my activity level I can't keep my weight up and following some meals I get really tired. ( I know too high carbs probably) I need a plan to follow that will keep
February 09, 2015
General Health
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Saw this patient yesterday. 23yo M, good oral hygiene, no history of perio or caries, and no lip piercings, had ortho about 8 years ago. We've noted a small retraction and gingivitis around #24 for some years, but nothing serious. Since last week, he's had moderate pain and itching around #24....
May 11, 2015
Periodontics
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