Archives for May, 2011

Why can’t I get DNA tests for bacteria?

May 28th, 2011
Q.

hi, why talk about dna test for bacteria when I phoned your company and you dont do it and also my dentist doesnt do it and cant find anyone else who does?
Kind regards

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Gum disease is not caused by o… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)
Dr Jose Zurdo

Dr Jose Zurdo

Mall Dental Care
Pall Mall, Manchester, M2 4DU
Web: www.malldental.com Tel: 0161 830 7300

What should I do about my swollen gums?

May 28th, 2011
Q.

My gum is swollen at the bottom of my mouth.it’s not painful,bit I get embarrassed if I have to smile as it shows up.

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The gums can grow for various … (Click here to read the rest of the answer)
Dr Jose Zurdo

Dr Jose Zurdo

Mall Dental Care
Pall Mall, Manchester, M2 4DU
Web: www.malldental.com Tel: 0161 830 7300

I brush my teeth twice daily and use mouth wash but my gums still bleed. Could I have gum disease?

May 28th, 2011
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I am 16 years old and I brush my teeth twice a day and use mouthwash. But when I brush my teeth my gums bleed in a couple of places. Could i have gum disease? I look after my teeth and always brush twice a day. My mum said it’s because I brush my teeth too hard that my gums bleed when I brush. Please help I am really worried and I don’t want all my teeth to fall out.

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The gums do not normally bleed… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)
Dr Jose Zurdo

Dr Jose Zurdo

Mall Dental Care
Pall Mall, Manchester, M2 4DU
Web: www.malldental.com Tel: 0161 830 7300

My gums have different shades of pink. Is this normal?

May 28th, 2011
Q.

I have noticed that my gums are a lighter colour pink around my teeth and dont no if they have always bin this way but as they come away from my teeth they are a much darker pink/red and its very easy to notice the change in colour because its a very distinct change on both my top set of teeth and my bottom set which both go from very light to very dark pink suddenly. Does this sound like a type of disease or am i normal?

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We all have two types of gum: … (Click here to read the rest of the answer)
Dr Jose Zurdo

Dr Jose Zurdo

Mall Dental Care
Pall Mall, Manchester, M2 4DU
Web: www.malldental.com Tel: 0161 830 7300

My gums have receded slightly and have become sensitive. Can you give me some advice?

May 28th, 2011
Q.

I am a little worried about my gums. At the very front they seem to have receded slightly. Also my teeth have become a little sensitive. I am 34 yrs of age and have always had great teeth so really want to keep it that way. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

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There are various reasons why … (Click here to read the rest of the answer)
Dr Jose Zurdo

Dr Jose Zurdo

Mall Dental Care
Pall Mall, Manchester, M2 4DU
Web: www.malldental.com Tel: 0161 830 7300

Where can I find a BOST specialist?

May 28th, 2011
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Where can I find a BOST specialist?

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BOST is an attractive concept … (Click here to read the rest of the answer)
Dr Jose Zurdo

Dr Jose Zurdo

Mall Dental Care
Pall Mall, Manchester, M2 4DU
Web: www.malldental.com Tel: 0161 830 7300

Can a misaligned tooth be treated if I have gum disease?

May 28th, 2011
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Hi I have just been diagnosed by my dentist that I have gum disease. I was put on a course of antibiotics and am waiting for my next appointment. My front tooth has moved and I am very uncomfortable and conscious of this can you please advise if I can get this sorted even though I have gum disease.

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Gum disease is in most cases m… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)
Dr Jose Zurdo

Dr Jose Zurdo

Mall Dental Care
Pall Mall, Manchester, M2 4DU
Web: www.malldental.com Tel: 0161 830 7300