I have gum disease. I’m working on getting it treated but at my last appointment my dentist suggested that I just extract all my teeth and get dentures so I don’t have to keep dealing with it. Here is the thing. While I have some missing teeth already and some teeth that are in bad […]
Read More...I am having major problems with my dental issues. Periodontal disease means root planing/scaling every six months on top of my other dental care. I’m thinking it may be easier to just remove my upper teeth and get dental implants. Because this is due to a disease, would my medical insurance cover this? If so, […]
Read More...I went to South Africa to have six porcelain veneers placed. Now that I’m back my gums around the porcelain veneers are red and swollen. A friend of mine said that I could rinse with peroxide to deal with the gum problem. My only question is whether or not that will hurt the porcelain veneers. […]
Read More...I’ve been dealing with some gum disease. I’ve also lost two teeth from severe decay. I am hoping that I can replace those teeth with dental implants. My dentist says I am at risk of losing additional teeth as well. I’ve read dentures are not a good option, even though they cost a lot less. […]
Read More...I have an 85-year-old mother who just called me crying because one of her teeth just fell out. We take her to the dentist twice a year. Is this something that happens with age or is something more serious going on? Are there affordable solutions for this? Kelly Dear Kelly, If I understand you correctly, […]
Read More...I have had two deep cleanings because of pockets and gaps I have. The pain I’ve been through is extraordinary. I don’t know if I can keep doing this because my teeth have been so sensitive since. Is this really as important as my dentist is making out? Elaine Dear Elaine, You clearly have some […]
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