Curing Gum Disease
Periodontitis is the gum disease triggered by the bacterial infestation in the area beneath the teeth due to the accumulation of plaque.
In the previously stages of this disease, there is a bacterial inflammation of the gums and this can be cured by periodical cleaning with dentist and appropriate brushing. If the disease is not cured at this stage, the infection continues to spread further.
When the disease spreads, it causes the gums to weaken and even the teeth to loosen and fall.
The existing healthcare science provides methods to go about the periodontal disease treatment by indicates of drilling and removes the tartar and cleaning the bacterial infestation in the mouth location.
Apart from this the dentist also performs root preparing and scaling. Nevertheless, this procedure of periodontal disease treatment can only stop the even more decay from happening and does not treat the receding of gums that has currently happened.
There are surgical cures for the periodontal disease treatment. Right here the medical doctor removes tissue from other parts of the mouth and grafts it in the gum location and over a period of time, the gums get repaired.
Nevertheless, this is a really costly procedure and given that insurance may not cover the entire expense, it is hard for individuals to afford this approach.
Nevertheless, there is an additional option form of periodontal disease treatment which is the use of organic ingredient dependent solutions like Oram In addition. Produced with ingredients like Leptospermum scoparium (Manuka) and Mentha piperita (Peppermint) leaf and other such things (list can be searched on the internet), the Oram In addition boasts of assisting men and women remedy the concerns of receding gums at a fraction of expense as compared to the operations. This oil-dependent solution is extensively accessible at a selection of on the internet stores at prices less than about 40 dollars a bottle, plus shipping.
Nevertheless, this ointment is not supposed to be utilized by men and women who are allergic to nuts and also pregnant women and youngsters.
Nevertheless, it is a wellness associated product and although there are numerous optimistic evaluations of Oram As well as, it is critical that you study on your own and talk about with your dentist before embarking to any alternative.
What is a lot more essential is to examine the issues of receding gums to verify if it is due to the onset of any gum diseases at the previously stages of the trouble with your orthodontist.
Find out more information about receding gums here.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Laser treatment for periodontal disease?
Some dentists offer laser treatment that is done in addition to scaling and root planing treatment for periodontal disease. It is expensive though. Can anybody share their opinion about whether the laser portion of the treatment (which is optional but costs extra) is worth it?
Thanks
I think each quadrant costs about 0 (root planing and scaling and laser treatment). Is this considered expensive?
how many different laser vendors are there? Someone said Periolase is the only kind but I believe my dentist offers a different brand.-
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I have Periodontal Disease what is the the most effective treatment?
The Periodontal disease has been really getting me down and the dentist has not been very helpful. Does anyone know of over the counter treatments or will i need surgery? My gums have receeded quite a lot and i need something more effective than mouthwash.-
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I have found Q10 supplement has really helped me, I wish I had heard this before I lost so many teeth, so much nonsense with ‘we get enough in food’ just is not true for the vast majority. WHY don’t they tell us this stuff, profit for dentist’s ? :-http://www.google.co.uk/search?q=q10+Periodontal+Disease
And a ‘sonic’ toothbrush / floss:-
http://www.google.co.uk/search?q=Periodontal+Disease+sonic
AGAIN WHY ?
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How much is the usual cost for gum treatment (periodontal disease) in Toronto?
My gums hurt a lot. It is so excruciating that I cry all the time. Acetaminophen doesn’t help to alleviate the pain. I have no OHIP yet so it would be nice to know how much I’d probably spend and where can I find good dentists or periodontists that don’t price too much? Thanks a lot!Btw, I will have my OHIP in Sept. 30. (Can I use it for gum treatment?) My parents told me to wait so that we won’t spend much but the pain is really killing me that I don’t think I can wait 7 more days. Do you think if I really have periodontal disease, 7 days would make a difference? Like if I had it done now my teeth can be saved but if I had it done 7 days later, it would be too late.
Oh yeah, I’m also drinking antibiotics and pain reliever. The pain and inflammation is lessening as days go by but I currently have abscess on my hard palate which makes it hard for me to eat and talk.
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1500 dollars
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Can someone w/ periodontal disease who follows a strict treatment regimen, receive cosmetic dentistry treatmnt?
I have my teeth cleaned every 3 months, I brush 3 times a day, floss twice and rinse with a antiseptic mouthwash. I get root planing every 2 years. I have large gaps between a couple teeth as well as “long” teeth – both due to one flap surgery treatment. When I speak my lips cover these gaps but I am still very self conscious. My dentist says there is nothing that I can do. I’m wondering if he is right or not?-
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periodontal Disease treatment?
Has anyone tried the Perio Project? Does it work and what is the cost.-
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periodontal disease/treatment?-
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Is it possible for periodontal disease to spread from a tooth to another? What causes plague to form on tooth?
My son brushes his teeth regularly, twice a day. Last December, his dentist told him that he has periodontal disease in his gum.
This may be due to his oral hygience as he was unprepared for his cleaning kit when he was asked to work till the next day. It was about 10 months ago and is it too late to undergo treatment?? Can periodontal disease spread from a tooth to another? It was so unfortunate for him to have caught the disease, and what causes plague to form on the tooth/gum?? How to prevent it??Can anyone please kindly advise as soon as possible. Thank you very much.
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Once a diagnosis of perio disease has been made, professional treatment is of the greatest demand to save the teeth and bone structure from this diseases devastating demise. Every tooth is subjected to damage from this “active infection” and the bone loss associated with this disease as well as the whole body. The same plaque found in perio disease has been found to be associated with heart attacks.Brushing your teeth twice a day is good, but it isn’t the solution to the problem. A person can brush ten times a day, but if it’s not done “correctly” and thoroughly then it’s just not going to do any good. Your son needs to spend at least “2-3 minutes brushing” with a “soft toothbrush,” brushing each tooth about “20 strokes” not just the front ones. Also “flossing” is of the utmost importance because it removes the plaque caused from bacteria found in the mouth, under the gums that brushing can’t reach.
A diagnosis of perio disease means that he has developed pockets in the gum of some areas that surround his teeth. These pockets can range in depth, but all are “too deep” for him to be able to clean. We consider anything deeper than 3-4mm as too deep for a tooth brush or floss to reach to clean. He will need to have root planing done which removes all the debris from the pockets and along the roots of the teeth in question. This allows for some shrinkage of the tissue which decreases the pocket depth and possible reattachment of tissue with hopes that proper techniques in brushing, flossing, along with continued professional care and his excellent home care will help to eliminate the disease from progressing.
It is unfortunate that he has “developed perio disease,” but he didn’t “catch it.” It progresses over time, usually from inadequate brushing and flossing techniques and lack of professional dental care. Although there is some research that links its cause to hereditary or genetics. The best treatment your son can follow is his dentist advice and see a periodontist for follow up cleanings every 3-4 months, they will alternate with his dental appointments. This may seem like a lot at first but will lessen with time, it’s to keep a close watch on the pockets depth and to eliminate the progression of this disease by maintaining and monitoring your son’s dental health. Perio disease can be devastating by destroying the surrounding tissue and bone structures that support the teeth, which left untreated will eventually lead to the loss of teeth. I hope you will encourage your son to continue with treatment to maintain his natural teeth and halt this disease. It can be stopped with proper treatment, your son isn’t alone with this disease. Good luck and I hope that I’ve given you enough insight to help you to understand this disease, how to correct it with his dentist and periodontist help and the causes of it so your son can change those habits to better his dental health.
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Treatment of Periodontal disease?
I went to the dentist today and they said that i had mild periodontal disease and gingivitis. I thought this to be quite impossible considering that i am only 18 years old. Although i suppose it is possible I read on the phamplet’s about that it is incurable and other type things. From how they explained it to me it seemed like it could be easily treated and than prevented from than after. Should i be too terribly worried about this?-
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Hi dont listen to these people keep using fluoride toothpaste you need fluoride. I would worry about this but not too much periodontal disease & gingivitis is very common and anyone at any age can get it, it can also be genetic.
It is also incurrable but prevention is the key! all you need to do is eat a healthy diet with low sugar etc, brush/floss twice a day and use mouthwashes in between. Also regular cleans at your dentist will help. You can loose your teeth through this so plz start today!Have a look at this if u wish.
http://www.nidcr.nih.gov/HealthInformation/DiseasesAndConditions/GumPeriodontalDiseases/PeriodontalDiseases.htm
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is there anything that cures periodontal disease without a very expensive and painfull treatment?
like scaling and planing. any known treatments
I am tired of being taken for a ride i dont want to spend a fortune.
with all the breakthroughs in medial science you would think there would be a cure-
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Sorry to tell you this but once you have a gum infection the only way to get rid of it is with antibiotics and scaling and root planing and or gum surgery. The key is to prevent getting periodontal disease in the first place and that is with regular brushing and flossing and use of Listerine mouthwash.As always consult your general dentist for further evaluation.
Frank Liu DDS, FAGD
www.mylongislanddentist.com
Twitter: frankliudds
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Periodontal Disease?
I have looked on different websites and compared things, and I have all the symtoms of periodontal disease. I’m not really sure what the treatment is in the UK, and what to do first.I’m 17, and am not in full time education at the moment, I don’t have a job either. I am starting college September, but that means I do not have the money to pay for the treatment a tthe dentist if I need it, what kind of costs are we talking?
Plus I am taking Warfarin and probably couldn’t take any antibiotics to clear it up..
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A dentist can’t actually do much for periodontal disease. It’s 99% down to your home oral hygeine routine. You need meticulous brushing, flossing and the use of a mouthwash. Chlohexidine Gluconate (Cordsodyl) mothwash is very effective. Use it twice daily for one month and then don’t use it again for 2 months. If used continuously if can stain.
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Any best dental clinic to get treatment for periodontal disease in and around Madurai, Tamilnadu, India?
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DR . RATHNAKUMAR near the thirumalai nayakar mahal….to the side of the northern compound wall of the mahal..Bose dental clinic , South gate , MADURAI
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I may have periodontal disease and I don’t have health insurance. I can’t afford treatment. What should I do?
Treatment is really expensive. Is there any kind of herbal or home treatment that isn’t too costly?-
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The card that the earlier person was talking about is Care Credit. You could apply for it and you would receive a credit line. If the amount that you need to use is over 0 you get 0% interest for up to 1 year. The catch is if you take longer than a year to pay it off they slam you with interest!! Also you need to find a Dentist who participates. Good Luck!
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Periodontal disease.. !?
My boyfriend has had periodontal disease for a while. He was told the dentist couldn’t do anything and that eventually his teeth would fall out. After doing some research and talking to a few dentists, I found it is actually very treatable and curable. The thing is, he recently was laid off and lost his dental insurance. His teeth have been hurting REALLY bad lately. Is there a way he can get treatment for his teeth without insurance in Sacramento, Ca? Without paying a buttload?If not, I wouldn’t have any idea how go about getting dental insurance without an employer. Any thoughts? Ideas?? Help?? Thanks!
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THE PAIN IS FROM TARTAR UNDER THE GUMS AND UNTIL THE BF HAS A SCALING NOTHING WILL IMPROVE.
EVEN WITH INSURANCE YOUR 20% WILL BE EXPENSIVE
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periodontal disease?
Hi- I have moderate to advanced perio disease and am currently undergoing treatment. Went to the dentist yesterday about pulling 3 of my top teeth- was excited because my “new teeth” will be much straighter than the current ones. But today my gum tissue on my bottom front tooth is totally receded. (Shouldnt have eaten that ripe tomato). The tooth doesnt feel real loose but is there anything I can do to rectify the situation. I brushed with my sonic care and rinsed with the prescription mouth rinse and then warm salt water. It looks awful. Is there a chance that it will just fall out? I would die without something to put in its place……Surely the dentist would have suggested we pull that one too.-
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Tooth decay (cause of bad breath) and tooth loss can be due to advanced periodontal disease, an infection in the mouth that can create certain health issues in and of itself. But tooth loss is not the greatest concern of having this mouth infection. The truth is that the teeth may not be the last victims of gum disease because it also has the potential to spread to the jaw bone. Just as the toxins caused the gums and teeth to dissolve, they will also cause the disintegration of the jaw bone itself. Further than this, the toxins could spread from the mouth to the heart and soon very possible brings the infection to other parts of the body. There is much to learn about periodontal disease linked to the heart and other complex organs of the body. While there is much time to consider maximum oral health care (brushing and flossing), proper diet, quitting smoking and alcohol, regular dental checkup and the use of a natural mouthwash – you really have to before periodontal disease threatens you.Source: http://www.themouthdoctor.co.uk/
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Periodontal Disease-Is there a support network and is Periowave a better treatment option?
I was just diagnosed with periodontal disease but I haven’t lost any teeth yet. I am so bloody scared of all sorts of ramifications of this. I haven’t been to a dentist in 10 years and have spent most of my time abroad and didn’t notice what was going on with my teeth until I came back home. My dentist says I should do deep cleaning with his hygienist 4 times and then see him regularly after that. I don’t even know what stage of the disease I am in-he hasn’t given me any antibiotics or referred me to a periodontist yet. I guess I am just plain scared and I never thought this would happen. I am only in my 30s and always brushed twice daily. Now, I floss, brush 3 times a day, and rinse. I was hoping that someone could just refer me to a support group. Someone to talk to about my fears. My dentist doesn’t want me to fixate on this too much or get too anxious about it but I can’t seem to stop and I think if there are other people out there in my situation that I could talk to, I would feel better. If you have already gone through this situation yourself than I would like to know what your story was-this might help too. Thank you.
ps. I am considering the periowave treatment instead of deep cleaning-is this a better option?-
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I am 21 w/ periodontal disease. My jaw bone that hold teeth are deteriorating. Can I still get implants?
I recently has braces. Some adhesive is left. I cannot afford periodontal treatment for my teeth just to fall out. Should I pay for treatment or get implants? Can I get implants if my jaw bone is deteriorating? I do not have insurance and am single mother. Best advice needed.-
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I was wondering if anybody knows of any financial assistance programs in NY State for periodontal disease?
I am a 27 year old woman who has been suffering from severe periodontitis since I was 21. I am a newly single mother, and this has affected my life tremendously. I am extremely depressed because of this situation and don’t know which way to turn. I don’t think I can afford the expensive fees for the work I need, but I don’t know what to do. I have even been having trouble finding somebody local that performs full mouth restoration as well as periodontal treatment that would be willing to assist with a reasonable payment plan. Any help or suggestions would be greatly appreciated. I need to make a positive change as soon as possible.-
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I don’t know of any programs in New York State. I would contact OHA, Oral Health America, to find out if they can assist you at all. Or check out their web site.In the meantime I have found that there is a fair amount I can do for my own gum health. I had terrible gums and they have improved a lot by using Biotene dry mouth products.
Has anyone ever checked to make sure there is not another underlying cause of your gum disease?
I also found another web site (see below) that might help.
Good luck!!
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can periodontal disease spread or infect the tonsils?
I think i have strep throat due to periodontal disease but im not sure, all i know is my tonsils are kinda bumpy and i dont think thats normal… i know i have periodontal disease from my dentist who told me to get treatment for it but i shrugged him off, is it really effecting me that bad?-
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HELP! need advice on the treatment i received from the dentist for periodontal disease?
i know i have periodontal disease and am really upset after i went to the dentist for the first time in 6 years that i had a rubbish job done. she said that the receding of the gums weren’t bad even though there are huge visible gaps between my teeth where the gums have wasted away and you can see the roots of my teeth. also im sure regular scaling was done as no anesthetics were used for deep scaling and she was digging it under my gums. i don’t know what the time scale of this procedure is but she barely spent less than 10 minutes doing it. now the gums on my front teeth have pulled away further and become really unattached yet and one part looking hacked into. i didn’t even get advice on how to brush and floss my teeth. i feel really upset and angry and don’t know what can be done about this and who if anyone i should be complaining to as this is really affecting my social anxiety and confidence.-
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I would start by finding another dentist 1-800-DENTIST is useful to find one in your area. I’ve used it before and have been happy with the results.
Maybe contact the Better Business Bureau or look on your state’s government health website to find out who to report to.
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Has Anyone ever had (Or performed) Periodontal treatment done? Arestin? SRP treatment Wed. and very nervous!?
Apparently I have a pretty bad case of periodontal disease and I am only 25! They told me I needed deep cleaning underneath my gums…And when they rated my build up I had a 5 on almost every tooth ( I believe 5 was the worst). Please only respond if you have experience receiving treatment or performing treatment. Not interested in people quoting from the web. I already researched it myself. Thanks!My Questions Are:
1) Should I be as nervous as I am? I wont have any Nitrous Oxide..Only regular anastasia (Injection), And I am afraid of needles! Especially one that is going in my gum! Will it still hurt during the treatment? Will it hurt afterward? I have two appointments made. Each is a two hour long session. I fear that the first session will be brutal and then will make the second session next week even more threatening! Also, the treatment is being done by a hygienist and not a Periodontist. Should I be worried?
2) Will this be the only treatment I will ever need? Or is there cases where the hygienist will have to do it all over again? Assuming that I start brushing my teeth 2x daily, flossing, and maintaining proper homecare. Is the disease ever fully revered from this procedure, and completely cured?
3) My Dentist was also pressuring me about using Arestin (minocycline HCI 1mg). I would have to pay it out of pocket…But after doing research on the web I found a lot of dentists claiming that it does not help at all, and that it is a money making scam. I would prefer not to use it (Money issues, and I kind of agree with these dentists).. Does anyone have any experience using Arestin? Is it worth it? Or can I get the SRD treatment alone and still be cured?
4) Do you think they will let me have headphones with loud music playing during the procedure? I would hope that this may take my mind off of the procedure.
5) The dentist never mentioned any antibiotics. Am I supposed to be put on some kind of antibiotic afterward?
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Hey dude, I just had my deep cleaning done a few weeks ago. They also told me I had periodontal disease too. To tell you the truth, deep cleaning isn’t bad at all trust me. DONT be NERVOUSI had injection( anastasia), I don’t think, I use Arestin. ( Mine is not severe periodontal)
I was listening to my ipod when everything get done. Usually they do per quadrant of your mouth. Half and Half
Well, after you done with this treatment, YOU HAVE TO FLOSS, HAVE TO FLOSS SERIOUSLY. I floss almost 3 times aday or even 5 times a day. Mostly after eat something. FLOSS really help to prevent the build up. I barely floss, thats why I had periodontal disease.
I didn’t take any antibiotics. It wasnt bad honestly.
GOOD LUCK. YOU GOTTA DO THE DEEP CLEANING, UNLESS YOU WANT YOUR TEETH FALL OUT SOON.
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How much should it cost for planing & scaling if I were diagnosed with periodontal disease?
Most of the pockets were 5 to 6 milliliters, and I will need planing and scaling on all teeth according to the dentist.. The dentist quoted me 00.00 for the service, which includes the follow up visit, sonicare tooth brush, and other incidentals that I would use to maintain my teeth after the process is complete. That seems really, really high to me. Are there any less expensinve alternative treatments I can try first that may also prove effective? I’ve heard that regular flossing, rinsing with hydrogen peroxide , and regular brushing can also stop the progression of periodontal disease. I am also interested to here of any other over the counter products that can be used to slow or stop the progression of periodontal disease. I am a male, 42 years of age, and in otherwise excellent physical condition. Any informaiton you can provide would be greatly appreciated.-
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00.00
Where do you live?
Youi must live in a high income area. .
Cast ten lines like that and you only need one bite.
I like your dentist.Koudos to him
too bad for you if you are to proud to switch dentists
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Is periodontal disease going to kill me?
Im only 22 and have periodontal disease with noticeable pockets, ive had my treatments but have read about the risks on my heart and brain. Is my life expectancy considerably shorter now? Im terrified…-
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The theory behind gum disease affecting the heart is the bacteria that grows in the gums can become mobile or enter your blood stream and infect and/or cause plaque buildup in your arteries, or a blockage in your brain. Some studies show that there is a greater risk for heart attack in people with gum disease than in people who have high cholesterol. I do not think that any of this has been proven, and I also think that the risks go down if you have your gum disease treated. I just did some reading about it, and it seems like the worse the gum disease is, the greater the risks associated with it are. I’m sure that since you are so young, if you start taking care of the problem now that you will be fine.
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Can a cat die of periodontal disease or any other gum disease?
I think one of my aunts cats has it. She has brownish saliva drooling out of her mouth. She has brownish tints on her teeth. Plus what would the treatment probably cost?-
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Yes, it can and will kill the cat without treatment. The infection in the cat’s mouth could enter the bloodstream, causing sepsis, or the cat will simply stop eating due to the pain in her mouth and starve to death.Treatment costs vary, depending on the severity of the disease and the veterinarian. In Colorado, a basic dental cleaning will cost around 0, including anesthesia and pain meds. However, if tooth extractions, x-rays, or other procedures are necessary, that will increase the cost. Call one of your local veterinarians and ask about an estimate for a dental cleaning. To get the most accurate estimate, you will need to take the cat to the veterinarian to have the mouth examined.
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What is the difference between Periodontal Disease and Gingivitis?
About 5 or 6 months ago, I went to the dentist because my gums had started bleeding. As I brush my teeth twice a day and always at least rinse with water, I was just told to brush my gums more, or floss or use mouthwash. The symptoms went away, but now the bleeding is back (mainly when I floss) and 2 days ago I noticed my gum in between my two front teeth had swelled and was slightly red. Since yesterday, I have noticed another area of gum swelling and thin redness around about 3 or 4 more teeth. I don’t understand as it has all happened so quick. I am worried. If it is only Gingivitis then what stage does it sound like? Also, my dentist appointment is 5 days away. I have went to get Corsodyl mouthwash to try and last me until then and have just started my first treatment. I can make an emergency appointment, but I don’t know how necessary and appropriate it would be as I don’t really know how bad it is…any advice?-
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Approximately 90 per cent of the adult people are affected by gingivitis. Most of these people remain oblivious about the silent development of gingivitis as it is initially painless. By and by, gingivitis can cause serious health implications. There can be swollen gums and bleeding while eating or brushing. If left unattended, gingivitis can even lead to indigestion and other tummy problems. Gingivitis can aggravate to periodontitis or pyorrhea. This is an extreme infectious situation when the teeth supporting bone starts eroding. Blisters can also appear. Pyorrhea signs are bad breath, painful gums and bleeding. The primary reasons of pyorrhea are excessive alcohol, smoking, poor mouth hygiene, poor nutrition, improper brushing, glandular disorders, chronic illness, and blood ailments. Smokers are more prone to develop pyorrhea and lose teeth than others. Note that bleeding gums can also be caused by brushing too hard or by using too hard a toothbrush.
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Gum disease – How long have you had periodontal disease?
How often do you visit your dentist? Did you get any special treatment done other than regular (deep) cleaning? How bad is it if you have pocket depths of 5 and 6? Is it too early to have gum disease in your 30s?-
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A person should be visiting the dentist and hygienist every six months for cleanings. The “deep” cleaning you are referring to is called scaling and root planing and is only done on patients with periodontal disease who have deeper pocket depths than someone with healthy gums. Patients with periodontal pockets should be visiting a gum specialist called a Periodontist as often as every 3 months in order to stop or at least slow the progression of the disease. This disease is caused by inadequate brushing and flossing over a long period of time and irregular professional cleanings. It is a complicated process but basically the bacteria in the plaque and calculus on your teeth and under your gums eventually causes bone loss around your teeth and the eventual loss of your teeth.Pocket depths of 5-6mm are considered fairly serious and need to be treated right away. The calculus on the root surface needs to be removed by a professional. Also, periodontal disease can absolutely occur in your thirty’s and is even more serious because if it starts progressing at such an early age you could lose your teeth at an early age as well. I hope this info. helps! I am a dental hygiene student.
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What to expect during a debridement treatment?
Next week i have an appoitment for a debridement treatment due to periodontal disease. Can anybody tell me what to expect? Share your experience with me please. I am very scared it would hurt. Thanks!-
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Periodontal Treatment Question?
So my dentist wants me to have a deep cleaning for periodontal disease. On top of that he would like to treat each tooth that is infected with antibiotic. The antibiotic is not covered by my insurance and adds up to 0 that I would have to pay out of my pocket not counting the 0 that the insurance doesn’t cover for the deep cleaning! WOW!! But I can deal with the 0 its the 0 that I am worried about. So has anyone had this done and are those antibiotics really necessary? Will it be ok to just get the deep cleaning? I am sure the antibiotics are great and all, but for that money I can almost get some dentures. lol.-
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I would go for the deep cleaning…but the antibiotic is not covered because it doesn’t have a predictable outcome…
I would do the cleaning then a follow up with the anitbiotic prescription mouth rinse Chlorhexidine Gluconate Oral rinse 0.12% (brand name Peridex) for 3 months and then have an evaluation at that time to see how the gums responded.
I have found this is a good protocol and if you are under 40 will probably give a good result….over 40, when you re-eval, then see what happens…..
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Does Listerine get down into periodontal pockets?
While I’m waiting for my root planing/scaling treatment for my periodontal disease, I’m wondering if Listerine molecules are small enough to get down into the periodontal pockets to kill the bacteria? I also use fluoride rinse. I don’t want to use a Waterpik, I have heard those can be too rough.-
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Listerine may help a bit, but a better rinse is chlorhexadine called Peridex. Your dentist can call in a prescription or it or may have a bottle in his office to give you. Good luck with your perio treatment.
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What is 1st molar periodontal disease?
My dentist xrayed my teeth today and informed me of the bone loss that was noticeable around my first molars only. I was a bit surprised. I knew a had a little recession, but i wasn’t aware that it was a first molar problem. my first treatment for perio begins next monday and tuesday.Luckily my other teeth are strong and there is no bone loss there. Does anyone else have a similar problem?-
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That is weird that you only have it on first molars. All 4? In teenagers u see juvenile periodontal disease, which is usually in one localized part the mouth only. What treatment are you having and how bad were your probe readings? How long have you been going to that dentists? If they have previous records, they can compare to see how fast it has progressed. Bone loss can also be caused by braces (It happens when teeth move, but it is usually not a problem) or if your bite is not even, you can also get bone loss
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Can the damage from mild periodontal disease be reversed?
For example can receeding gums re-grow or loose teeth tigthen up again with the right treatment or vitamins does anyone know?-
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Yes, but you need to seek periodontal care. It’s not going to get better by itself or just with vitamins.The periodontist may end up [squeamish alert] cutting and scaling back your diseased or receding gums a little so that healthy gums can re-grow. Then things get better, but you still have to take good care of your teeth since you are now prone to these and related problems. I have had it done, and it hurts, but it is worth it to not have these problems any more.
Of course the best thing would be to avoid periodontal problems in the first place by having good mouth cleaning and brushing habits, and regular dentist visits. [This is mainly for other readers of this answer].
Good luck!
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I have periodontal disease. Yesterday I had the deepcleaning. I quit smoking last week. Is 1 cig be horrible?
I have periodontal gum disease and just found out last week, when I suddenly had excruciating pain. I quit smoking as soon as I found out. Yesterday I got the treatment, which was the deep cleaning. I feel alot better. I’m taking antibiotics 3 times daily. I REALLY want just ONE cigarette. Would one cigarette make me get back to the state I was at last week?-
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Periodontal Disease is a chronic disease that is the result of long term oral health neglect. The condition of your teeth, gums, and jaw bone levels will only continue to get worse unless you make some serious long term lifestyle changes. If not the result will eventually be the complete loss of your teeth. Depending on what stage the disease is at, you can hope to stop or at least slow down the progression. The only way to do this is to change your oral hygiene habits in an extreme way. You must begin brushing (especially at the gumline) 2-3x a day for at least 2 minutes at a time. You need to be flossing once a day and seeing your dentist (preferably a Periodontist) every three months. Just as importantly, you need to quit smoking! Smoking speeds up the progression of periodontal disease (not to mention all of the other health problems it causes). Do whatever you can to quit. Oral health is much more important than most people realize and i hope that you take this as serious as it is. Good luck!
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QUESTION:
Periodontal disease help?
I went to the dentist today and they said I have periodontal disease, they want me to do a treatment that takes 4 visits and its 2 a visit. Does anybody know if that is the average price or if that is overpriced? I’m trying to figure out if they are trying to rip me off.-
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Yes, it is usual for a Periodontist to charge that much…it is the scaling and root plaing they are talking about.…however, you can get the same work done at a general dentist’s office or at any local dental school for a much cheaper price…
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QUESTION:
How many millimeters is considered more than 50% periodontal bone loss?
I have periodontal disease. My insurance only covers treatments for pockets where there is greater than 50% bone loss. How many millimeters in depth are pockets where is there is greater than 50% bone loss?-
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Over 4 millimeters is considered periodontal disease.
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QUESTION:
Periodontal disease during pregnancy?
I just found out I have a gum infection and am 17 weeks pregnant. I am scheduled to go in this Sunday for treatment, which includes novocaine. My OB signed the release forms for this procedure but I am still worried. Anyone had dental treatment during pregnancy?-
ANSWER:
Xylitol mouthwash
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QUESTION:
costs of Gums Disease?
How much is the usual cost for gum treatment (periodontal disease) in New York?-
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Before you go to a dentist and blindly trust them with your problem, you can do a few simple things to most likely solve your problem. Gum disease is typically due to bad digestion problems. You can first treat the gums and make them better, but then you will need to fix the digestive problems next to keep it from coming back.Go to: (800) 370 – 3447 and order NEEM OIL and NEEM BARK. They will ship it to you and cost you less than for everything. When you get it, mix a little of each and apply the paste to your gums in the morning and at night before bed. In a day or two, the bleeding will stop and the healing will begin. Depending on how severe the problem is (pockets, etc.), it may take a few days to a few months to become healthy.
Once you have done the above, contact me and I can help you with the digestive issues after answering a few questions. I think you will be amazed at how well this works and like everyone I’ve recommended this too, you will wonder why the dental industry doesn’t tell people about this. If it doesn’t work for you for some unknown reason, you can always go to the dentists.
good luck to you.
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QUESTION:
What is the Etiology (Causative agent) of periodontal disease?
I am trying to write an extensive reasearch paper on Periodontal disease for my Microbiology 2 class. I am Nursing student at DBCC and I am danger of failing this class if I don’t do a great job on this report. I need to discuss the more recent Diagnostic tests and treatments of this disease. I also need to know the Pathogenicity (include pathology of the disease, specific toxins or other chemicals involved in the making of the disease). Diagnostic characteristics of the etiologic agent are also required. I am having difficulty finding this information on the web.-
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To get you started, poor oral hygiene and lack of regular dental check-ups, puts bacteria in the position of ” setting up house” !! The actual causative agent can be : Strep or Staph infections, as well as others.http://www.perio.org/consumer/mbc.respiratory.htm
CLICK on Gum Disease on the left side of the site.
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QUESTION:
How does dental insurance work?
I currently have Cigna’s dental insurance and I went to the dentist a couple weeks ago and got diagnosed with Periodontal disease. the treatment is almost 700 with insurance and I was wondering would it be ok to try and find a dentist that is cheaper in this? I am getting some work done at this dentist already such as fillings and I already got a tooth pulled. I just don’t want to, if I don’t have to, pay 700 out of pocket! Would it be ok to try to find a periodontist that offers cheaper services?-
ANSWER:
healthquotes.awardspace.info – I switched to this health insurance from them, cause it gives much cheaper rates for mе.
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QUESTION:
Do I have periodontal disease??
My hygienist diagnosed me with mild periodontal disease/gingivitis. I wonder how true this is. I used to see the dentist every 6 months for a cleaning. I moved and didn’t go again for 3 years. In between this time I have been brushing and flossing. I don’t have any symptoms of anything being wrong with my teeth. I have never had a cavity. My teeth are all straight and fine. I don’t understand why she refused to give me a cleaning until after the second treatment??!-
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A lot can happen in 3 years. Although you have been brushing & flossing, you probably did not remove all the plaque & tartar below or at the gum line. No one is perfect!Periodontal disease rarely shows obvious signs until the end stages of disease. Periodontal disease and cavities are not the same disease. Periodontal disease is a disease of the gums, bone and periodontal ligament. Cavities are decayed teeth. She can’t “clean” diseased teeth and gums. She needs to treat the disease first.
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QUESTION:
Do i have periodontal disease, i dont think so but whats your opinion, plz read?
In the last 3 years i have had 5 teeth extracted including 2 Wisdom teeth BUT i think most of them were because the teeth being scaled down to fit in a crown & then having an infection after so thats why the extraction, but if you get an infection after a root canal treatment, sraping the teeth for crowns, fillings etc does that mean its a periodontal disease? or is it just bad luck because the dental work doesnt go as planned, now 3 weeks ago i had my upper tooth extracted & the tooth next is sensative & my dentist said its an gum infection and might need to be extracted, why is this? its also a tiny bit loose but its not periodontal is it? any opinion, input would be appreciated & by the way can a dentist tell by an X-Ray if you have periodontal desiease or not, thanks.-
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It sounds to me that you are suffering from abscessed teeth… which is an infection that usually originates from the inside of the tooth… the root canal is the usual treatment for such.
You could see another dentist, or an endodontist (specializes in the treatment of root canals), for another opinion if you are unsure of the treatment you are receiving.
Periodontal disease is an infection of the supporting structures of a tooth… i.e. gums, bone, etc.
An x-ray can give a good indication of periodontal disease because you can see significant bone loss. However, the best indicator of active periodontal disease is something called a periodontal probe… it measures the depth of the pocket between the tooth and gum. 1-3mm is a healthy level. The clinical attachment level is the best indicator of any periodontal disease (past and present)… because it not only measures the current pocket depth, but also adds in any recession you have had, indicating past periodontal disease… If you have ever had periodontal disease, it is still your diagnosis. Periodontal disease is preventable and treatable, but not curable…
I hope I helped… you should follow up with some questions for your dentist and/or dental hygienist… they should be happy to answer any questions you have.
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QUESTION:
Is it free to get treatment from a periodontist in Toronto?
I have periodontal disease. I have lived in Toronto for 17 years (I’m 19 now), I wanted to know if I can get treatment at the dentist for free in Toronto.
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I highly doubt you will find anyone who will treat you for free. The cheapest treatment for you would probably be the dental school at the University of Toronto. They also take ODSP and OW plans. The initial phases of periodontal treatment can be done at the school by students, and if you need to go to the surgical phase they should have periodontists on faculty who can do that there too.
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QUESTION:
Periodontal: Where to find best “special scaling” dentist in Alabama for moderate/severe Periodontal disease?
My mom seems to have the periodontal disease and seems to be in the moderate/severe level. She was diagnosed by a dentist and was told that she had to act quickly to keep her teeth. I think this would mean she has about a 4-5mm gap by now. She complains of bad breath, itching, and bleeding during brushing.I have already told her to brush her teeth, floss, rinse with either sterisol, corsodyl, warm salt water, or pure hydrogen peroxide(H2O2), and not eat anything for 1hr after this treatment round.
(Please let me know if any of the above steps should be avoided or if there are any other effective home remedies)
Also, is an electric toothbrush better at removing plaque than regular brush? I heard the Sonicare Elite is the best line, but I don’t know which model.I did some research and decided she needs the “special scaling”, or Periodontal Scaling and I want to find her the best dentist around Birmingham, Alabama. I think she’ll be willing to drive about 2hr if she can find an excellent dentist. If you know any great dentists by reference or experience, please let me know.
Also, we do not have dental insurance and won’t be covered by any company for the medical fees, so the price has be to manageable. If possible, please let me know about how much the several visits may cost.
If you have any experience or knowledge of this Periodontal disease, please share your experience and any tips.
Thank you in advance because I know this is a lot to read!
Best answer will receive 10pts.
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ANSWER:
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QUESTION:
I have bad teeth and periodontal disease Stage 2?
HELP
I’m 33 years old and have periodontal disease. I’ve lost three teeth already and need four root canals and need another root canal re-done. I never thought this would happen to me. I lost the very back tooth up top, a side tooth and another side tooth on the other side.
Tomorrow i’m going to get my first root canal out of a series of root canals. My teeth hurt. Some pockets were as deep as 5. AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHhhhIs there hope for me with the treatment? The dentist said he was hopeful of the root canal that he will be doing tomorrow. What’s that mean??????
Does anyone know if I am doing the right thing by getting all this work done?
It may cost about 10 GRAND if not more to get this under control but I don’t want to lose ALL My teeth and get DENTURES. I wouldn’t really care if I was older than 50 but I’m not even 34 yet!!!!!!!Yes I do have a missing tooth but when I smile, my mouth doesn’t show all the back teeth so it’s not the end of the world and I can always get a bridge.
The bad and good things:::
I’ve been using drugs for the past year. I’ve been using Percocet and Vicodin for the past 10 yrs but just got a script last year for a year long. I really think pain meds do something to make your teeth get bad. I feel as if i JUST made it to the dentist in TIME. If I’d waited any longer they’d all be GONE. DONE
Now everytime I See someone the first thing i notice are the white teeth.
There is just a problem here
1 I’m going to go bankrupt LOL I don’t have a job and going to wrack up SO much debt I CANT PAY IT BACK but i have good credit and that will end once I get this work done and unemployment stops. HOpefully I’ll be able to find a job but what if i don’t?AT LEAST I’lL STILL HAVE MY TEETH
i’m just angry. I had BEAUTIFUL TEETH when I was younger. PERFECT TEETH. They still are straight very much so so I am going to try to keep what i Have. I can’t look back on what I should have done but what I can do from here on in. AM I RIGHT OR WHAT?SORRY TO THE CREDITORS I NEED THIS MONEY LOL +
are there any dentist out there? CAN MY TEETH BE SAVED IN EARLY – MODERATE STAGE PERIODONTAL? Can he save them with root canals? ??
Some teeth have pockets ranging from 1 to 5 HOW HIGH DO THEY GO?
Will my teeth deff. shift without a bridge? How much is a bridge.
How can I help my teeth fight this disease?
I feel like I’m doing something good by saving my teeth. I hear them crying for me lol
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The root canals will help your teeth majorly. What the dentist is doing is going inside the root and cleaning out the cavities from the very bottom. That means the cavity got so bad its inside the tooth. They usually start from the outside and work their way in. After you root canals, be sure to brush three times a day, floss before bed, and use a mouth rinse such as ACT. That brand is recommended from the dentists I work with. make sure to keep with this routine and you can improve your teeth. My teeth were bad too when I was 21. The dentist told me all my teeth would fall out before I hit 30. I still have all my teeth and no more periodontal disease. I go get cleanings ever 3-4 months to remove any build up that might be coming back. The best thing though is flossing.You could have a bridge made or a implant. An implant is a metal screw that goes into the gum and the dentist attaches a fake tooth to the screw. It stays in and is much easier than a bridge. As far as prices it depends on the dentist.
Try calling your local health department. Sometimes they have a dental clinic for low income familes/individuals. I hope the best for you in your situation.
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QUESTION:
Dentist tells me I have early stages periodontal disease. Now what?
I’m 22 and I went to the dentist on one of those “introductory” visit offers. It was only 59 dollars for a cleaning, exam and x-ray. The girl cleaning my teeth said I had plaque or tartar or something so large that it was showing up on x-ray. It had been a while since my last cleaning, and I don’t floss anymore because it hurts so much, so I could believe that. They tell me they recommend that I get this 670 dollar treatment done over the next four months. With doctor visits that’s around 830 dollars. I have no dental insurance. My question is, should I be skeptical of the advice this new dentist is giving me? I don’t have a regular dentist and I always just go with whoever has the cheapest prices. I’m thinking maybe they’re trying to just hook another customer. They told me I had pockets up to 4 and 5 mm and they don’t want to see anything under 3mm. I asked them why my last dentist didn’t tell me about this (Same deal. Introductory cleaning, x-ray and exam) and they just said they didn’t want to bad-mouth another office, but they probably just weren’t as aggressive about it as the new office was. The dentist came in when my surface cleaning was over and said for me to think that over, and just in the meantime brush my gums and use Listerine. What’s the deal here? Do I really have anything to worry about? Hell, the girl that cleaned my teeth said 80% of the population had some form of periodontal disease. Dental care is a luxury for me. I would rather eat and have a place to live than have perfect pearly white teeth (which isn’t gonna happen anyway). Anybody have any advice for me that won’t cost me an arm and a leg?
Okay well I can’t afford this. So I guess I’ll just have to lose some teeth. Also, flossing only hurts because I haven’t been in a good rhythm. I’ll try to get back into it.I dunno…it’s like anywhere I go I feel like I’m being sold a product or a lifestyle that isn’t really necessary. Bad mouth health might cause sickness, but I never get sick. I just feel skeptical. Even if I did want this treatment, there is no way I could afford it. My teeth are jacked up as it is. Maybe later on I can afford dentures and I’ll have pretty teeth.
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Brush at least twice a day using Colgate Total as it has been proven to prevent gingivitis. Floss daily and after flossing rinse Listerine, which has also been proven to prevent gingivitis.
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QUESTION:
How to stop gum disease?
I Have been diagnosed by a dentist, that I have periodontal disease, my teeth are in perfect condition, my gums are just wasting away, and without any treatment my teeth will fall out. Does any one have any home cure remedies to help me out?-
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Have your dentist pull all your teeth. Then your gums will heal up. Your boyfriend will also be very impressed.
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QUESTION:
How do I treat periodontal pockets in my gums?
Last week, I went for a cleaning. The hygienist found two 4mm pockets during this visit. She told me my gums and teeth structure are great, so I do not need to see a periodontist. She said even though they are 1mm larger then they like, it does not warrant any treatment by a dentist.However, I have a few questions.
1. What can I do to shrink and heal those two pockets at home? I already floss, brush, waterpik with mouthwash after every meal.
2. Will these two pockets heal on their own if I keep up good oral care? I assume my waterpik is constantly keeping the pockets clean.
I would appreciate any advice as to how I can treat these and heal these pockets, even though they are not serious enough for periodontal treatment. My hygienist stated I do not have periodontal disease and gave me a good report.
Any advice would be greatly appeciated. Thanks.
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I’m a hygiene student and I had a patient with the same issue. Normal sulcus pocket depths range from 1-3mm. 4mm isn’t a big deal, and your gums can be slightly enlarged even with good oral hygiene. It could just be your normal anatomy or perhaps you could have traumatized the area with popcorn or hard foods, thus causing enlargement.(If your 4mm pockets are at the back of your last tooth in the back of your mouth, I would recommend using an end tufted brush along with a floss holder to help you get back there. This was the case with my patient. She didn’t know that she was suppose to floss behind her last teeth in the back.)
You seem to be doing an excellent job with your home care. Keep up with the great job you are doing!
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QUESTION:
Can Periodontal gum disease be stopped?
I’m only 25 and I got diagonsed with periodontal gum disease in Feb. I haven’t had the time nor money to go see a periodontist but I am going to go on Tuesday to get a consultation…The dentist in Feb told me I am beginning to moderate stages…I so don’t want to go into the advanced stages! Can it be stopped any further? When you get the treatment do your gums stop being inflammed? I’m going to ge the treatment done…I just want to know what will happen..I am going to also go every 4 months to get the cleanings done..But does it stop from going any further? Also…my bottom gums are receding..I have brushed every day and everything for a while and this is still happening!-
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Periodontal disease can be controlled with good oral health care. Your gums will continue to be inflammed until you get your SRP (scaling and root planing). Once you get this procedure done, your gums will start healing, shrink, and wrap tighter against your teeth. If they do not, which really depends on your hygiene afterwards and your pocket sizes, there are other procedures to address these. If I were you, I would look for someone that does perioscopy. It’s basically periodontal endoscopy. Good luck. Make sure you floss afterwards. Brushing can’t reach into pockets well, so you need to floss.
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QUESTION:
How much is periodontal treatment?
I’m seeing a periodontist soon for the first time. I think I have gum disease, if not periodontitis. My gums bleed very easily and they are red. I’m trying to prepare myself for the worst financially. My insurance covers periodontal surgery once in 36 months, periodontal scaling/root planing 1 time in 24 months, and periodontal maintenance 4 times in 1 year, all 80% coverage.They said they were going to do a cleaning on my first visit and I’m seeing the hygienist and the dentist afterward. Is this going to be considered periodontal scaling or is this going to be periodontal maintenance?
Do people have periodontal scaling usually more than 1 time every 2 years or is my insurance going to be okay covering it the way it does… once every 2 years?
please answer my entire question.i know cost varies by locations, that’s not even necessary to mention. just give me ballpark for your area if you must, i don’t care.
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To be totally honest there is no way of really telling just how advanced your gum disease is without a proper diagnosis. It can be as simple as gingivitis (inflammation of the gums) or periodontitis (disease of the bone supporting the teeth).
As far as scalings go, or periodontal maintenance the best way to check it out is to have your dentist send a pretreatment in for the work that needs to be completed. This will warn you ahead of time just how much everything will cost you out of pocket.
When you go in for your cleaning I am sure that the Dentist or Hyg. will take xrays and perform a full mouth periodontal probing. The xrays will help the Dentist see if you have bone loss and/or tartar on the roots of the teeth. The probing tells the dentist if you have any bone loss or inflamed periodontal pocketing. Usually when you have tartar on the roots of the teeth (which happens from improper homecare/ lack of dental cleanings) you need to have scaling/root planing. Thats just a fancy word for a very deep cleaning. Most of the time the Hygienist will numb you up and do a quarter or even half of your mouth at a time.
Your cleaning will most likely be considered periodontal maintenance. (Again, this is all about insurance codes though. The lines can be a bit blurred depending on the insurance company).
Periodontal scalings aren’t usually done more than once ever 2 years. As long as you see your Hygienist regularly (2, 3, or 4 times a year) then tartar problem should be kept under control.As a hygienist we are taught that EDUCATION is number one . It is our responsibility to explain everything to our patients and make sure they completely understand what is going on! I’m sure if you ask your Hygienist he/she will have no problem answering any questions you may have.
I work in NYC. We charge 85 for a cleaning/prophylaxis 50 for an exam. 0 for periodontal maintenance. 0 per quadrant for a total of 00 for scaling and root planing.
Hope this helps!
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QUESTION:
Treating Bone Loss in Periodontal Disease?
I’ve recently seen a periodontist about, well, periodontal disease and was told that I should have an Alloderm (?) graft to restore some gum tissue around some bottom front teeth, but that it was not possible to restore the bone there because the (fairly extensive) bone loss was horizontal. I have some questions about this. Without restoring the bone structure under the gums, is restoring the gums much more than a cosmetic fix? Does it prevent further bone loss? Also, are there any effective treatments out there, which this one periodontist might not perform or be aware of but which I should investigate, that would somehow restore or replace the lost bone, even though that loss is horizontal, so that the supporting foundation of those teeth would be strong/solid again? Any advice from periodontists or dentists would be especially appreciated. Thanks.-
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Not only are gum tissue grafts performed but in many cases bone grafts are also done. Restoring lost bone and gum tissue can be a rather long and sometime complicated treatment, but it’s a possible treatment plan for many, you may be one who qualifies for the treatment. Your current DDS may not be up on all the latest procedures and techniques dealing with such treatments. Invest in some phone calls, say call your nearest Dental College and see if you can talk with or get an appointment with the professor who teaches Periodontal procedures. He or she may personally work with you or recommend a good DDS who can.
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QUESTION:
Warm salt water for periodontal disease?
While I’m waiting to get root planing/scaling treatment, I have heard that warm salt water can be good for peridontal disease. Does salt water actually kill the bacteria? Does it have to be a special kind of salt and can I just use the salt from my salt shaker, i.e. put some in a mug with water and heat it in microwave? How warm should it be?
Any downsides to this?
has anybody had any of the laser treatments available for periodontal disease? Do any health insurers cover the laser treatments?
I have a couple of 7mm periodontal pockets and several 4 and 5mm pockets
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Yes, salt water does kill bacteria (yes, regular table salt can be used, but you’d have to use a lot).Unfortunately, it won’t really help with the Periodontal disease, because it’s usually too far advanced – you probably have bone loss that can’t be reversed, although i suppose it could kind help it from getting worse by reducing the inflammation.
That said, I’ve looked at dental websites and I don’t see any recommendation to use saltwater as a means to help with periodontal disease – all I see are recommendations to use it after root planing.
I suspect that whatever benefit it may incur would be too small to notice at this point.
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QUESTION:
How to calculate epi rates?
Here is a question that is from the textbook. Its driving me crazy!!! if anyone can show HOW they got the answers-that would be most helpful.We undertook a concurrent cohort study with intervention to determine the association between periodontal disease
and preterm low birth weight. Two groups of pregnant women were used. The first group was women with periodontal disease who received no periodontal treatment during pregnancy. The second group was women with gingivitis or mild periodontitis who received periodontal treatment before 28 weeks’ gestation. For the objective of the current study, to determine the relationship between periodontal disease and adverse delivery outcomes, women with gingivitis or mild periodontitis treated before 28 weeks’ gestation were considered periodontally healthy and without periodontal infection, and were used as the comparison group.Although 722 women were initially enrolled in the study, 83 (11.5%) were excluded for various reasons. Of these, 53 (11.5%) were in the group of periodontally healthy women and 30 (11.2%) in the group with periodontal disease. Of the excluded women, 60 were lost to follow-up, 14 had a spontaneous abortion, and nine had medically indicated preterm delivery due to pre-eclampsia, gestational diabetes, or polyhydroamnios. Because on the exclusions, 639 women finished the study. Of these study participants, 406 were in the group of periodontally healthy women and 233 in the group with periodontal disease.
The total number of preterm births was 18 and the total number of low birth weight cases was 12. The number of preterm births was 6 among periodontally healthy women and 12 among women with periodontal disease. The number of low birth weight cases was 4 among periodontally healthy women and 8 among women with periodontal disease. Overall, the total number of preterm low-birth-weight (PLBW) cases identified in the study was 30. Of these, 18 were preterm births and 12 were low-birth-weight infants. The number of PLBW cases was 10 among periodontally healthy women and 20 among women with periodontal disease.here are the questions:
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9. Calculate the relative risk -it seems like it too much info in the problem so I just want to make sure I did it correctly. Thanks!
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#7. I(exposed)=20/233#8. I(non-exposed)=10/406
#9 RR=(20/233)/(10/406)
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