In March 2024, I had a deep cleaning for gum pockets. Since then, the pockets haven’t improved, even though I’ve continued to go for cleanings. Now my teeth are extremely sensitive, and the pain is so severe that I can’t even tolerate having my teeth cleaned anymore. The pain keeps me from getting through the […]
Read More...I’ve had a sore spot between my upper right back molars for over a year. It’s the gum between the teeth—not the teeth themselves. The area becomes very sensitive and starts throbbing every time I eat. About 30 minutes to an hour later, especially after brushing, the pain completely goes away. It doesn’t hurt again […]
Read More...I completed two scaling and root planing visits in October. At my follow-up, the hygienist noted improvement—my gums looked pinker, and my deepest pocket measured 9 mm. My dentist recommended that I see a periodontist for ongoing care, which I did about three weeks later. That visit left me confused and discouraged. The periodontist measured […]
Read More...I’ve had swollen gums with two of three pregnancies. My youngest son was born in June, but my gums still look horrible – like they are pulling away from my teeth. Will I need gum surgery to prevent tooth loss? – Thanks. Nadia from TN Nadia, It’s common for pregnant women to develop pregnancy gingivitis, […]
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