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Originally Posted by Ch'i
I brush twice a day, floss before bed; and rinse with Listerine.
About 3 weeks ago my gums started to turn red a swell, and ever since it has become increasingly difficult to floss. My gums will commonly bleed now when I brush & floss. It appears to be gingivitis, but I'm not sure why I'm getting it if I brush/floss regularly, and rinse with a mouthwash said to fight gingivitis specifically. I wear a positioner (had to stop because of swelling) if that makes any difference.
Any idea on what might be going on?
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As I understand you, it's a single localized area. Sounds like there's an irritant in your gums, probably a piece of food... popcorn is common. If it hasn't healed by itself after a week or so, see your doc. They can get it out.
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Originally Posted by jill
have really horrible teeth and i would like them extracted and then implants put in their place. Would this be possible and would a denist be prepared to do this even though my teeth are prefectly healthy?
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You say that your teeth are horrible but yet perfectly healthy.... not following you.
If your teeth are beyond repair, yes they can be replaced with implants, but you need to know why your teeth got to this point. If lack of home care was the problem, you need to know that implants are not permanent. They are expected to last a long time *with proper home care* but without it.....
Regardless, as it sounds like a large case I would seek treatment from a prosthodontist, rather than a general dentist. As this is my field, ask any implant questions you have.
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Originally Posted by izzzzy
I had my top teeth extracted about a month ago and I've got a lot of bone spurs under the flesh in my gums . The dentist said its common and they will likely cover over with flesh or work their way out .they only bother when I'm putting in or taking out my dentures . How long can I expect this to last before they are healed or come out? I plucked a couple out, and there feel like theres about three more that want to break through the skin. Any way to speed up the process? She seems reluctant to extract them for me. Thanks in advance for any advice.
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This should not be happening. It sounds like you're right... she doesn't want to extract them. Ask for a referral to a periodontist or oral surgeon to do it for her. That'll get her attention.