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I have bleeding gums during and after brushing my teeth. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor,I have been having bleeding gums for two weeks while brushing my teeth, and today there was bleeding a few hours later. What could this indicate? Are there any medications necessary to help? Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your query and attachment (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). From the attachment it is noticable that there is gingival inflammation and localized periodontitis. In a particular area there is recession and inflammation of period... Read Full »
I want to use a mouthwash for gum issues. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I have a little dental dilemma and was hoping you could shed some light on it. I have been diagnosed with periodontal disease, and my dentist is recommending surgery because I have some loose teeth and my gums bleed quite a bit. I have heard that using mouthwash can be helpful for gum ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. At 58 years of age and with diabetes, there is an increased risk of failure of such surgical intervention. So it is better just to get your teeth and gums cleaned by a dentist first. Then, use a Betadine or Chlorhexidine mouthwash twice daily after meals. Always brus... Read Full »
I had a root canal treatment. Can I smoke marijuana?
Query: Hi doctor, Is it safe or risk to my healing process, if I smoke marijuana following a root canal treatment? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is not safe to smoke marijuana after a root canal treatment. It can increase the pain in the root canal treated tooth. It delays the healing process, and it causes pain. If there is a pain, you can consider taking medications prescribed by your dentist. Stop smoking ... Read Full »
Can fixed retainers be worn during scaling and root planing treatment?
Query: Hi doctor, I have just been told that I have gum disease and 3 mm to 6 mm pockets. And, my wisdom teeth have 8 mm pocket. I have braces on now and I am due to have them off next month. I need to get scaling and root planing treatment to treat my gum problems. Can I still wear a fixed retainer? I re... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, you can wear your fixed retainer without any problem. Also, you have to make sure that you use your removable retainer also for the next two to three years without any break. When you have periodontal problems, there is a high chance of spaces opening up between tee... Read Full »
Can redness along the gums indicate any gum disease?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 49-year-old female weighing 79 kg and 165 cm. I have gum disease, and I attend the dentist every three months for a clean in the hope of stabilizing my gums. My gums can appear red, and I have noticed redness adjacent to my missing back tooth. I have redness along my gums which ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I feel the gum disease has caused a periodontal abscess. It is an infection with a collection of pus around gum tissues. You need to show it to a dentist and get it treated. Along with periodontal therapy, the dentist may prescribe you antibiotics. Yo... Read Full »
How can I make my yellow teeth look whiter?
Query: Hello Doctor, I am 18 years old. I brush my teeth twice daily. Even then my teeth are yellow. What can I do to make my teeth appear white? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Even after brushing twice daily, if your teeth remain yellow then there are chances of calculus deposits on your teeth. Brushing alone does not remove calculi. A painless dental procedure called scaling has to be done immediately. Scaling is a must for you at this stage b... Read Full »
Am I in trouble of 20% bone loss at this age of 45 years?
Query: Hi doctor, I was told that my gums are fine with most of them at level 3 and a few in level 4. One doctor said that I have some bone loss, but there is no big deal. Another qualified dentist said that bone loss is 20%. Now, I am scared. Am I in trouble with 20% bone loss at the age 45? I have a prev... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The amount of bone loss that is 20% is not alarming at 45 years of age. It is routinely seen in patients at this age. There is no need to worry as it does not mean that the tooth will fall off soon. Try to maintain the current level by using a warm salt water gargle twi... Read Full »
I have minor gum disease. Is rinsing with saltwater enough, or should I use a mouthwash?
Query: Hello doctor, I have a minor gum disease for which the dentist recommended rinsing with saltwater in the evening after brushing. Is that right? Is it true that saltwater washes away the fluoride? Is it better to use a medicated mouthwash for one week during the day? Is brushing twice, flossing, usin... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your reports (attachments removed to protect the patients' identity) suggest that you have gum diseases and fluorosis. The findings are suggestive of generalized chronic gingivitis, dental caries, and the presence of plaque or calculus. Periodontal involvement might ... Read Full »
My gums are inflamed due to aggressive brushing. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I brushed my teeth too hard, and now my gums are inflamed, and there are also tooth marks on my tongue. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. As per your history, you have traumatic gingival inflammation. For that, avoid brushing for four to five days and use Chlorhexidine mouthwash two to three times daily, mandatory before sleep. Also, after that, use an ultra-soft toothbrush fo... Read Full »
I have pain in the ear, throat, and chest. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I have had pain in the gums for one week. It is a throbbing pain that comes on and off but hurts a lot. Because of this, I also had discomfort in the throat, and my voice changed. I also had ear and chest pain. Will taking antibiotics make me fine? Or is this serious? Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I reviewed your attached files (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity) there is no serious problem. You are suffering from gum disease. But you have referred pain, so you need a dental check-up. Never take any medication without a registered practitio... Read Full »