Was the Dental Hygienist Slicing My Gums and Making Them Bleed?
My teeth hurt, and my gums bled a lot during my last dental cleaning. The hygienist said I had tartar buildup on my teeth. No other hygienist has hurt me this bad or made my gums bleed throughout the appointment. Was the hygienist slicing my gums and causing permanent damage? – Adison from Tacoma, WA […]
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Are Teeth Extractions and an Implant Denture Too Aggressive for My Mom’s Health?
I’m reaching out on behalf of my mother, who is 82 and has a long history of dental problems. About 15 years ago, her dentist told her she would eventually need to have all her teeth removed. Currently, she has a bridge on her upper jaw, but she’s now being advised to have all her […]
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Are Antibiotics My Only Option for a Toothache?
Are antibiotics my only option for a toothache? I’ve had an intense toothache since last week. I had an appointment with my dentist yesterday, so she checked the X-rays that I had from my exam last month. She said, the took looks okay, but it may be infected. She prescribed antibiotics, told me to be […]
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