Are My Headaches Being Caused By My Periodontal Disease?

May 19th, 2014
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Hi. Is it possible to suffer from headaches due to having periodontal gum disease? I have recently been diagnosed with this condition and having read a bit more about it would like to ask what would be the best way to prevent further damage to gums and bone to prevent tooth loss? My dentist has suggested using various mouthwash and brushing more often but my condition is quite severe and I would like to know if the BOST treatment would be the best option or the regular treatment. According to my dentist and having seen recent X-rays the bone has significantly receded by around 6mm which suggest a very serious problem could you please be able to give me more advice and an opinion on how you would seem the best treatment to suit my condition? Thank you!!

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I Brush, Floss And Use Mouthwash. Yet My Gums Still Bleed. Can You Please Offer Me Some Advice?

May 14th, 2014
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Hi Dr. I always take very good care of my teeth and gums. I brush twice a day, I use mouthwash and I floss AND I use an inter-dental brush too! Yet, my gums have started to bleed. My last check up was a month back and the dentist said everything was fine. I don’t understand what the problem could be, I don’t drink or smoke. Do you think this could be a symptom of a medical condition? I’m very worried and I’m due to see my dentist next week but I can’t stop thinking about what it could be. I’ve conducted research on the internet and it’s talking about mouth cancer! Please can you offer me some advice? Thank you!

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Can You Give Me Advice On How To Avoid Gum Disease, So I Don’t Have To Worry About It?

May 6th, 2014
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Hi Dr Mitsas. I’m really worried. Do sore, irritating, painful, sensitive, and bleeding while brushing often indicate that you may have gum disease, or could it be gingivitis? I’ve been wanting to know the symptoms for a long time. Will you hopefully give me advice on how to avoid this disease, so I don’t have to worry about anything? Please help me so my paranoia of this disease can be reduced. Thank you for taking the time to offer me advice.

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I Am Very Alarmed About Having Gum Disease! Is There Anything I Can Do To Save My Wobbly Teeth?

April 22nd, 2014
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Hello Dr Mitsas. I have recently visited my dentist and she says I have gum disease which I was very alarmed about, saying that four of my teeth are wobbly! Is there anything I can do now to prevent my tooth or teeth from falling out completely? If I can’t then, is there anything I can do to replace my tooth? I am 42 years old and very concerned in case I have left it too late. I didn’t visit my dentist in the last 3 years and I was shocked to discover I have gum disease. Thank you for your time.

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I Have Seen Two Dentist But I’m Still Losing Gum Tissue And Getting Blisters. Do You Have Any Further Suggestions?

April 14th, 2014
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I am losing gum tissue & as well as getting blisters on the roof of my mouth. I have seen two dentists so far. I have tried using baking soda & salt instead of my tooth paste, I used Amazan, I even tried using peroxide but nothing seem to help. I brush my teeth daily and have regular cleaning & check ups so I don’t understand how this could have happened. I have had a deep cleaning & have been treated for ANUG. The medication seem to help but not cure. I was given more but it seems like my body has adapted to it and it did not continue to help. I am currently on a steroid (Oracort – Triamcinolone
acetonide) which gives some relief for the pain. I have had a biopsy done & the only thing it told me was that there were no cancer cells & is not vascular. Do you have any suggestions?

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I Was Confused By My Recent Visit To The Dentist. He Said I Have Gingivitis, But I Don’t Understand The Link With Gum Disease. Can You Explain It To Me?

April 7th, 2014
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Hello there Dr Mitsas. My dentist has only just recently diagnosed me with gingivitis, and assures me that he can fix it. But he confused me when talking about the link between gingivitis and gum disease. Are they the same thing? Is having gingivitis the same as gum disease? I just want to know what I’m up against. I don’t really understand what he was saying so I thought I would get an expert opinion. If you could just provide some clarity on this situation I would be very grateful, Thank you in advance.

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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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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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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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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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