Category “Q. Gum disease”

I Have Been Told I Have The Initial Stages Of Gum Disease And I’m Wondering What I Can Do For It?

April 1st, 2014
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Hello. I have been told I have the initial stages of gum disease and was wondering what I can do for it? I have bought special toothpaste, and gargle with Listerene. I was wondering how long it’s going to last? I do not have bad breath with it, and I think I am currently doing everything possible to help it get better. My dad was 18 when he had it and lost all his teeth, so he had to wear dentures. What’s the cause of gum disease? And are there any complications that come with it? Thank you.

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Dr Dimitrios Mitsas

Dr Dimitrios Mitsas

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My Gum Disease Has Returned. Should I Go With BOST Treatment Or Stick With My Periodontist’s Advice?

March 24th, 2014
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Dear Dr Mitsas. I have just been diagnosed with a second flare up of moderate gum disease after successfully clearing up my first infection 8 years ago.
I have visited my hygienist regularly every three months since my first infection and was always told that my cleaning was excellent and I was all clear. Suddenly after a 12 month period of very high stress I was told by my dentist during a check up 2 months ago that the disease had returned.
I have been advised by my periodontist to have non-surgical cleaning asap.
Would you advise the BOST gum treatment over my periodontists conventional non surgical cleaning method? Thank you and kind regards.

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Dr Dimitrios Mitsas

Dr Dimitrios Mitsas

Fresh Dental Smile Clinic
Manor House, Manor Lane, Rawcliffe, York, YO30 5XY
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My Upper Gums Are Bleeding Quite Badly. Has This Gone Worse Because I’m Wearing Braces?

March 17th, 2014
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Hi Dr Mitsas, I hope you can help me. I had a brace fitted 3 years ago because I had very crooked teeth and it’s still on. I’ve got slight gum disease, is this made worse with braces? My upper gums are receding quite badly. I’m just inquiring to see if there’s anything that can be done about this? If so I’d just like a rough guideline on costs? What would the procedure involve? I look forward to hearing an experts opinion on this matter. Thank you for your input in advance. 

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Dr Dimitrios Mitsas

Dr Dimitrios Mitsas

Fresh Dental Smile Clinic
Manor House, Manor Lane, Rawcliffe, York, YO30 5XY
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I Went For A Standard Scale And Polish The Other Day And My Gums Are Still Bleeding. I Was Wondering If He Did The Right Thing?

March 10th, 2014
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Hi, I went for a standard scale and polish the other day and my gums are still bleeding slightly. My dentist was already aware that I had gum disease and I feel he’s exasperated them now. I was wondering if he did the right thing? Giving me a scale and polish? I feel that he shouldnt have done it just because he was aware of my current situation. Is there anyway I can maybe file for a complaint or something? Would I have grounds to do it? Thanks for your help in advance!

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Dr Dimitrios Mitsas

Dr Dimitrios Mitsas

Fresh Dental Smile Clinic
Manor House, Manor Lane, Rawcliffe, York, YO30 5XY
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Is There An Alternative To Flap Surgery Which Is Less Painful?

March 3rd, 2014
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I am 38 years old and have gum disease. My teeth are healthy but my gums are not. I now several ‘pockets’ and receding gums. I also now have a loose back tooth. I am desperate to see if someone can be done. I have searched lots of things on the internet. I do not really want ‘flap’ surgery as it sounds quiet traumatic! I understand that I could have laser treatment or BOST? Please could you let me know your opinion on the best treatment available? Thank you for taking the time to listen to me.

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Dr Dimitrios Mitsas

Dr Dimitrios Mitsas

Fresh Dental Smile Clinic
Manor House, Manor Lane, Rawcliffe, York, YO30 5XY
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I Would Like To Know If Periodontitis Can Be Cured Or Not?

February 17th, 2014
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Hello Dr Mitsas. Are there any cures yet for periodontis? I was never told by my dentist that I had a problem until she informed me I had this disease. I was never told about gingivitis or any other problem and have been with the same dentist for 5 years. My teeth have bled whilst cleaning on occasions but not very often. I have only lost one back tooth and I am 65 years of age. I now visit a different dentist every three months or so for a clean, he has never x-rayed my mouth. I hope you can help.

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Dr Dimitrios Mitsas

Dr Dimitrios Mitsas

Fresh Dental Smile Clinic
Manor House, Manor Lane, Rawcliffe, York, YO30 5XY
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My Gums Have Begun To Bleed After Using A Teeth Whitening Kit. I Smoke Also. Should I Be Worried?

February 10th, 2014
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Hello Dr Mitsas, I recently ordered a tooth whitening kit for use at home and it did say under side effects that my gums could become sensitive, which I anticipated. However, my gums are actually bleeding. But I do smoke, so do you think that this could be the reason as to why they’re bleeding? I just think it’s a bit of a coincidence that as soon as I begin whitening my teeth they start to bleed and I’ve never heard of this happening to anybody else before, what do you think? I hope you can get back to me, thanks.

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Dr Dimitrios Mitsas

Dr Dimitrios Mitsas

Fresh Dental Smile Clinic
Manor House, Manor Lane, Rawcliffe, York, YO30 5XY
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I Have Recently Stopped Smoking But My Teeth Have Now Begun To Bleed From Time To Time. What Should I Do?

February 4th, 2014
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Hello Dr Mitsas I hope you can help me. I have recently stopped smoking and have been doing very well. I’ve always visited hygienists and dentists as often as I could because of this as I still wanted to maintain good oral health. However, I’ve noticed that since stopping that my gums are bleeding. It’s only a few spots here and there so do you think I should be concerned about this and what would you recommend I do about this? Thank you for your time.

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Dr Dimitrios Mitsas

Dr Dimitrios Mitsas

Fresh Dental Smile Clinic
Manor House, Manor Lane, Rawcliffe, York, YO30 5XY
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I Had A Root Canal And My Remaining Tooth Fell Out. A Hole Has Appeared. Why?

January 2nd, 2014
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Hi Dr Mitsas. I lost my back molar some time ago due to the tooth breaking in half after a while the tooth became painful and the dentist did root canal, however the left over remains of the tooth fell out and in the space where the tooth was a hole has developed in the gum. The gum is now wearing down and the hole is getting deeper and wider. The teeth either side of the hole seem fine and the gum does not hurt and is not inflamed or discoloured in anyway. What do I do about the hole and why has it formed what can I do to stop the gum from wearing away? Thank you for your time. I hope you can offer your advice.

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Dr Dimitrios Mitsas

Dr Dimitrios Mitsas

Fresh Dental Smile Clinic
Manor House, Manor Lane, Rawcliffe, York, YO30 5XY
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I Have Bad Gum Recession And May Need Root Canal Treatment. What Would It Cost To Fix?

December 23rd, 2013
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Hello Dr Zurdo, can you help me? I’m 24 and have bad gum recession around a number of teeth from gum disease. Mainly on 4 teeth at bottom and 3 on top. I went to my NHS dentist she wasn’t very friendly or helpful and told me to use Corsodyl toothpaste and mouthwash and go back in 6 months. She also mentioned I may need root canal treatment as more than 50% of my tooth is uncovered. Can anything be done or am I going to loose my teeth. Could you tell me what would it cost to fix?

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Dr Jose Zurdo

Dr Jose Zurdo

Mall Dental Care
Pall Mall, Manchester, M2 4DU
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